Job Summary :-
We are a growing retail group with multiple outlets, seeking a hands-on Finance professional to oversee full set accounting, manage financial reporting, and support business performance. The role requires strong experience in retail operations, multi-entity consolidation, and financial reporting, as well as leadership of a small finance team.
Responsibilities :-
Full Set Accounting & Daily Operations
- Handle full set of accounts including AP, AR, GL, and bank reconciliations
- Manage daily financial transactions including invoices, payments, receipts, and journal entries
- Ensure all accounting records are accurate, complete, and properly maintained in the accounting system
- Ensure timely processing of AP and AR transactions with proper documentation and controls
- Organise financial data into meaningful reports for management review
Financial Reporting & Monthly Management Accounts
- Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, schedules)
- Ensure proper month-end and year-end closing processes
- Perform variance analysis and provide clear commentary on financial performance
- Maintain financial accuracy across multiple retail outlets
- Handle financial consolidation and multi-entity reporting
Team Leadership (AR & AP)
- Lead and supervise a small finance team (2–3 staff) covering AR and AP functions
- Review AR aging, collections, and follow-up actions
- Oversee AP processes including invoice verification, payment scheduling, and vendor management
- Coach and guide team members to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance
Retail Finance, Sales Reconciliation & Commission
- Perform and review daily sales reconciliation across POS, e-commerce, and multiple outlets
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies in revenue reporting
- Compute, validate, and manage sales commission and incentive payouts for staffs
- Ensure commission calculations are aligned with approved schemes and timelines
Budgeting, Forecasting & Cash Flow
- Peparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections
- Monitor actual performance against budget and highlight variances
- Provide financial insights to support cost control and operational efficiency
Inventory & Stock Reporting
- Prepare stock aging reports and support inventory reconciliation
- Monitor stock movement and highlight variances or irregularities
- Support stock take exercises and ensure proper recording of results
Audit, Compliance & Controls
- Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with company policies
- Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and documentation
- Ensure compliance with statutory requirements (e.g. SST)
- Exposure to Singapore finance regulations (GST, ACRA, corporate tax) is an added advantage
Stakeholder Management & Business Support
- Liaise with auditors, tax agents, company secretaries, bankers, and government authorities
- Work closely with operations, retail, marketing, and supply chain teams
- Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting to management
Process Improvement, SOP & System Enhancement
- Identify and implement improvements in finance processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and reporting quality
- Support automation initiatives and system enhancements, including accounting systems and POS integration
- Develop, document, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for finance and accounting processes
- Establish and enforce finance policies and internal control guidelines to ensure consistency and compliance
- Continuously review existing workflows and recommend improvements to strengthen operational effectiveness
Requirements:-
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, or equivalent) is an advantage
- 3-5 years of relevant finance/accounting experience, preferably in retail or multi-outlet environment
- Proven experience in financial consolidation and multi-entity reporting
- Experience in leading a small finance team (2–3 members) is required
- Strong knowledge of AP, AR, GL, inventory accounting, and retail finance operations
- Experience in Malaysia and Singapore finance/accounting exposure is an added advantage
- Proficient in accounting systems, ERP Systems and Microsoft Excel
- Strong analytical, detail-oriented, and independent working ability
