Assistant / Manager, Finance

Job Description:

You will play a key role in shaping the financial strategy of the company across a broad spectrum of Finance-related functions, including Accounts Payable, Costing, Management Accounting and Corporate Governance matters. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, providing insightful analysis and recommendations to support decision-making at all levels of the organisation. You will ensure good internal controls comply with corporate policies, accounting standards and relevant statutory requirements, and be involved in system implementation projects relating to process.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable Management:

• Oversee end-to-end Accounts Payable operations, including vendor invoice processing, payment cycles, and reconciliations
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives in the AP function
• Ensure timely and accurate vendor payments while maintaining strong working capital management
• Monitor and enhance internal controls for payment processes
• Manage vendor relationships and resolve complex payment queries
• Lead AP system enhancements and integration projects

Financial Planning and Analysis:

• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process.
• Develop financial models and analyses to support strategic initiatives.
• Provide variance analysis and insights to senior management.
• Prepare and present financial reports for executive leadership.

Strategic Decision Support:

• Collaborate and support to the key departments, including analysis of financial performance and new business/ cost saving opportunities.
• Evaluate and present financial implications of business proposals.

Team Leadership:

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Motivate the team and ensure optimal support to various stakeholders and cross functional teams improvement.

Job requirements:

• Degree in Accountancy or equivalent professional certification from reputable Universities recognised by ISCA
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, including 4 years of supervisory experience.
• Prior experience in Big 4 audit firm and/or healthcare industry will be an advantage
• Strong team player and able to work in a dynamic and fast pace environment
• Possess effective communication and presentation skills
• Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)