Finance Manager

About the Company

CS International Singapore (CSIS) is an investment holding company with ownership of property and infrastructure assets in the region. It is the Singapore arm of CS Group, a multinational company with asset holdings in various industries and locations.

About the Role

Reporting to the Finance Director, you will lead a team of 2-3 people to manage the group's full spectrum of day-to-day finance function (including accounting, cash management and tax), management accounting and financial reporting, as well as compliances with applicable financial, tax and other regulations across a portfolio of entities. You will also be actively involved in the on-going finance optimization and process improvement project.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day financial operations and transactions management, including payments, collections, inter-company transactions and reconciliations, in accordance with financial policies and regulations.
• Oversee month-end financial closing for multiple entities within the group and ensure proper maintenance of accounting records of transactions in accordance with applicable financial regulations and legislation.
• Responsible for group consolidation accounts (including intercompany eliminations and other consolidation schedules), financial and management reports and analysis for timely and accurate management reporting.
• Manage routine Treasury related matters including working capital requirements, liquidity management and cash flow monitoring, review and execution of bank settlements and payments transactions, maintenance of bank records, and liaison with bank officers.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to consolidate and review group's annual budget and rolling forecast submission.
• Responsible for tax administration and compliance with tax regulations including indirect tax and withholding tax reporting, corporate tax returns, transfer pricing compliances, and liaison with tax consultants and tax authorities.
• Responsible for annual statutory audit including preparation of annual accounts/reports for compliance with local government regulations, and liaison with external auditors.
• Liaise with Company Secretary to ensure compliance with statutory filings and returns, as well as other matters including board resolutions and maintenance of entities' details.
• Ensure proper internal controls governance, and processes follow internal controls and group policies.
• Contribute to continuous process improvement and automation, with the aim to enhance effectiveness and efficiency.
• Serves as System Administrator and key user for the accounting system.
• Support internal stakeholders in provision of financial information, as well as transaction management/ due diligence process, including preparing financial data and transaction analysis as and when required.
• Establish relationships and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and partners (overseas and local) as and when required.
• Provide team leadership and professional development to the Finance team.
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities as reasonably assigned.

Qualifications/ Experience / Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance; with a professional accounting certification (CPA, CA, or equivalent).
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in accounting or finance roles, with 3+ years of experience leading a team.
• Track record in handling multiple entitles and delivering accurate, timely financial and management reports and managing external audits.
• Exposure to consolidation accounts, multicurrency accounts and inter-company settlements, as well as submission of GST and other tax returns.
• Deep understanding of financial reporting standards and accounting principles.
• Strong foundation in compliance, tax and other statutory regulations and internal control governance.
• Proficient in MS tools with advanced proficiency in MS Excel. Working knowledge of Yonyou Accounting system is a plus.
• Effective time management and organization skills to manage multiple entities and priorities, exceptional problem-solving abilities and attention to details.
• Strong inter-personal, communication and stakeholder management skills; able to work independently as well as a team.
• Upholds high ethical standards and fosters a strong culture of integrity with the team.
• Experience in digitizing or automating finance processes would be an advantage.
• Preference will be given to those who are able to start work immediately or at short notice.