Finance Operations Lead

3 days ago

River Central Community Development Council, Singapore Hays Full time $120,000 - $240,000 per year

Your new role

  • Financial Control & Reporting
  • Change Management & Operational Excellence
  • Lead system and data transformation projects: harmonise databases, upgrade FA packages, simplify Excel-driven infrastructure.
  • Streamline management, reporting, and workflow operations to enhance efficiency and scalability.
  • Drive adoption, automation, Bloomberg, Finance Systems, and Python-based solutions to streamline finance.
  • Develop and enhance product control frameworks, accounting policies, and governance models.
  • Oversee preparation of management accounts, financial statements, and regulatory reporting.
  • Strengthen accounting governance, policies, and controls across all business entities.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks.
  • Manage service provider relationships to ensure cost efficiency and robustness of the operating model.
  • Act as the "go-to" finance resource across accounting, legal & compliance, mid-office, investment ops, and investment analyst teams.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance and/or Accounting.
  • 3-5 years' full-time experience in finance, accounting, product control, or financial operations with strong reporting and regulatory exposure.
  • Strong understanding of accounting standards, general corporate law, financial principles, and regulatory requirements.
  • Demonstrated success in project and change management, including regulatory reporting, outsourcing, database upgrades, and reporting framework simplification.
  • Strong systems and technical fluency - Bloomberg, Finance systems, Excel modelling. Python preferred (though not essential).
  • High intellectual capability with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Exceptional English communication skills (written and spoken) with the ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders.
  • Mature, adaptable, and collaborative team player with a positive attitude and strong self-drive.
  • Demonstrates leadership qualities: receptive to feedback, balanced in authority and humility, and able to inspire others.

What you'll get in return

  • Exciting buy-side firm with a vast multi-asset global portfolio
  • Opportunity to lead projects and develop into a senior finance role
  • Variable Bonus: 1-2 months
  • Medical Insurance: Including dental.
  • Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Office Location: Suntec, Singapore.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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