Manager, Finance

Job Roles & Responsibilities

Financial Reporting and Accounting

• Prepare and ensure timely and accurate monthly financial statements for the fund(s)
• Prepare monthly management reporting with meaningful financial analysis and insights.
• Review monthly balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely clearance of reconciling items.
• Oversee general accounting processes to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards.

Taxation

• Manage timely and accurate submission of corporate tax and indirect taxes (including SST / GST, where applicable).
• Liaise with tax agents and advisors on tax matters, filings, and compliance issues.

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Prepare and review annual budgets and forecasts for the fund(s).
• Provide regular cash flow projections, variance analysis, and financial reports for management and group reporting.
• Monitor actual performance against budget and forecasts, highlighting key risks and opportunities to support decision-making.

Audit and Statutory Compliance

• Liaise with external auditors and manage the audit process.
• Review statutory financial statements prepared in accordance with MFRS and other applicable standards.
• Ensure timely completion of audits and resolution of audit findings.

Treasury and Cash Flow Management

• Review capital call projections and cash flow forecasts during budget preparation and throughout the year.
• Monitor fund liquidity and ensure sufficient cash is available to meet operational and investment requirements.
• Assist in reviewing financing documents, loan facilities, and drawdown requirements.
• Develop and maintain finance policies, procedures, and controls to safeguard fund assets and ensure prudent cash management.

Internal Control and Compliance

• Ensure financial transactions are executed in accordance with Group policies and approved procedures.
• Identify control gaps and recommend improvements to strengthen internal controls and governance frameworks.

Education/ Professional Qualification

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline.
• Professional certification (eg. CPA, CMA) is preferred.
• Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience, preferably in private funds, investment entities, or fund administration
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, financial regulations and best practices
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organisational skills.
• Hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a lean, high-accountability environment.