Job Description

Role: Senior Finance Manager Location: Vizag or Chennai (WFO) Duration: Fulltime Reporting: APAC Finance Director Role: A senior finance manager based in India (Either Visakhapatnam or Chennai), solely responsible for the accounting and financial operation needs of the Singapore entity. Key responsibilities include supporting the Finance Director with timely and accurate financial information and analysis to support strategic business decisions and financial performance. The role is critical in driving SAP month-end reporting as well as supporting the audit processes and being responsible for the preparation of consolidated reports for APAC. Subsequent to the overall financial management of the Singapore entity, this candidate will be required to support the setup of the shared service center based in India providing services to APAC and Europe regions. As the most senior member of the team in India (Either Vizag or Chennai) the candidate is also expected to guide and train the other members of the team, as well as support the integration of finance systems of a newly acquired subsidiary in India. Responsibilities: Month-end processes of the Singapore entity, including managing intercompany transactions Review of monthly payroll movements and correct cost allocation by teams Review of overheads and correct allocation by office and teams Monthly prepayments and accruals review, including cost of sales, commissions and bonus Work with Group reporting to maintain general ledger and intercompany accounts in SAP Manage bank accounts and multi-currency balances Update weekly cash flow reports and prepare payment runs GST and payroll statutory contribution preparation Deal with external auditors and various accounting outsourced services Support the preparation of the companys annual financial statements Ensure the business is tax compliant, including income tax, GST and withholding tax Provide financial guidance to other members of the finance team in Vizag Skills & Qualifications: Ideally, 5-8 years experience within a similar role, with at least 5 years experience in external audit / big five. Working experience in Singapore is highly preferred Extremely accurate, meticulous and careful Can work independently without supervision Knowledge of SAP Business One reporting & downloads Good working knowledge of Excel, Google Gdoc’s, V-look up and If functions is essential Excellent understanding of journal entries, general ledger, trial balance and cost coding Must be able to work to tight deadlines and have excellent attention to detail Experience in working with multi-currency foreign entities as well as with cost centers Proactive individual with strong prioritization skills Team player who is able to work well within a fast paced environment. Fluency in English and other languages are a plus CIMA or ACCA part qualified with a degree in finance, business or administration