Assistant Manager, Finance

Key Accountabilities

• Own Financial Reporting & Oversight — Review the monthly accounts prepared by the shared services team, sort out any errors or mismatches, and make sure reporting is accurate and submitted on time, following proper accounting standards and company policy.
• Drive Budgeting & Performance Analysis — Coordinate the yearly budget and regular forecasts, track how the company is performing financially, and explain any differences between what was planned and what actually happened, to help guide management decisions.
• Manage Cash Flow & Treasury Planning — Keep track of the company's cash position, plan ahead for loan drawdowns or repayments, and manage ongoing loan conditions directly with the banks.
• Lead Compliance in Audit & Tax — Take charge of preparing the yearly financial accounts for external audit, and make sure all tax filings (including sales & service tax) are accurate and submitted on time, working directly with auditors and tax agents.
• Support Investment & Financing Decisions, Strengthen Controls — Prepare the cash flow and financial numbers needed to support loan or investment decisions, and review internal processes (like account reconciliations) to reduce errors and risk.
• Lead Talent Development & Cross-Functional Collaboration — Manage and coach the finance team — reviewing their entries and account work — while working closely with other departments and partner companies to keep things running smoothly.
• Uphold Governance & Regulatory Compliance — Make sure the company follows internal procedures, laws, and reporting rules, and help prepare/present financial updates for board meetings when needed.

Key Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, ACCA, or an equivalent professional qualification.
• 5–7 years of experience in finance or accounting, with experience in property industry being an added advantage.
• Hands-on experience preparing monthly accounts and financial statements, including cash flow planning and tax filing.
• Comfortable working directly with banks, auditors, lawyers, and tax agents.
• Experience managing multiple companies/entities at the same time.
• Strong understanding of accounting standards, tax matters, and compliance requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Detail-oriented, results-driven, with strong communication skills and a genuine eagerness to keep learning.