Finance Manager - Singapore

location_onSingaporeschedule7 hours ago
historyMinimum experience:6+ years
schoolEducation:Bachelor’s degree
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Job description

The Finance Manager – responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting and financial operations of the Group's legal entities, including those operating in Singapore and overseas.

The role is responsible for ensuring accurate accounting records, timely month-end closing, financial reporting, reconciliations, tax and statutory compliance support, and payroll-related finance activities.

The role works closely with the CFO, Financial Controller, Global Revenue Controller, Global Cost Controller and People Operations to ensure entity-level financial information is accurate, complete and submitted in accordance with Group requirements.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Entity Accounting & Financial Closing

Manage day-to-day accounting activities for assigned entities, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, accruals, prepayments, provisions, reconciliations and month-end and year-end closing.

Financial Reporting

Prepare monthly entity-level financial statements and supporting schedules, including profit and loss, balance sheet, cash flow and working capital reporting, and provide financial information required for Group reporting and consolidation.

Revenue & Cost Accounting

Work with the Global Revenue Controller and Global Cost Controller to ensure revenue and cost transactions are accurately recorded, reconciled and reported, and investigate discrepancies or outstanding items.

Tax & Statutory Compliance

Support corporate income tax, GST/VAT, withholding tax and other applicable tax and statutory requirements for assigned entities, including preparation of supporting schedules and coordination with external advisers.

Accounts Payable, Receivable & Working Capital

Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, payment processing and working capital management, including monitoring aged balances and resolving outstanding items.

Intercompany Accounting

Perform intercompany reconciliations, resolve differences and maintain appropriate supporting documentation for intercompany and related-party transactions.

Audit & Statutory Reporting

Support statutory audits and financial reporting requirements, including preparation of audit schedules, supporting documentation and coordination with external auditors, tax advisers and service providers.

Budgeting & Financial Analysis

Support entity-level budgeting and forecasting, including preparation of budget-versus-actual reports, variance analysis and financial information required for planning.

Payroll Finance Support

Support payroll-related finance activities across assigned entities, including payroll, bank, general ledger and statutory contribution reconciliations, employee cost schedules and payroll reporting in coordination with People Operations.

Finance Controls & Process Improvement

Ensure compliance with Group finance policies and procedures, maintain appropriate accounting documentation and controls, and support finance process improvements, reporting automation and system enhancement initiatives.

Requirements

  • Degree in Accountancy, Finance or a related discipline.
  • 6 years of relevant accounting or finance experience, preferably within a multi-entity or regional environment.
  • Good knowledge of accounting, financial reporting, month-end closing, reconciliations, AP/AR and intercompany accounting.
  • Good working knowledge of Singapore tax requirements and tax concepts.
  • Experience supporting statutory audits and payroll-related finance activities is an advantage.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and familiar with ERP/accounting systems.
  • Experience with Power BI, Power Automate or other reporting and automation tools is an advantage.
  • Meticulous, organised and able to manage multiple entities and deadlines independently.

Skills mentioned


Edtech, Education, Technology Consulting
Singapore
lithan.com

Through groundbreaking technology and a visionary approach to education, we are revolutionizing the landscape of digital learning at Lithan Academy. As a leading digital skills accelerator, we are dedicated to bridging the digital skills gap between rapidly evolving industry demands and the capabilities of the modern workforce. Our proprietary Competency Learning as a Service (CLaaS) platform represents a paradigm shift in how education is delivered, moving away from traditional academic models to a dynamic, work-integrated learning journey. By leveraging the power of 'CLaaS', we empower individuals and enterprises to thrive in the digital economy, ensuring that learning is not just a phase but a continuous, lifelong process integrated directly into the flow of work. At the heart of our innovation is our commitment to becoming a 'Learning Enterprise' where innovation is part of our DNA. We believe that to teach the future, we must embody it. Consequently, we have institutionalized a culture where 10% of our employees' working hours are strictly dedicated to structured training and peer-to-peer learning, with Monday mornings exclusively set aside for this purpose. This unique approach ensures that our team remains at the cutting edge of technological advancements, allowing us to deliver curriculum and mentorship that is both current and transformative. Our pedagogy, built on the 70:20:10 framework, emphasizes practical application and mentorship over passive consumption, fostering a generation of digital professionals who are ready to make an immediate impact. Our reach extends far beyond Singapore, with a pan-Asian presence that connects learners, employers, and educational institutions in a collaborative ecosystem. We are not just a training provider; we are a catalyst for digital transformation, helping businesses build future-ready talent pipelines and enabling individuals to access high-growth career opportunities. Through our borderless digital skilling platform, we are democratizing access to quality education and high-value jobs, proving that with the right technology and innovative mindset, we can solve the global talent crunch and drive inclusive growth across the region.

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