Finance Manager (Singapore Manufacturing Experience)

A leading manufacturing organisation in Petaling Jaya is seeking a Finance Manager to join their team. This role offers you the opportunity to oversee the full spectrum of finance and accounting functions, playing a pivotal part in shaping business decisions and supporting operational excellence. You will be empowered to drive financial performance, ensure compliance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS), and provide valuable insights for strategic planning. The company values collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and supportive leadership, creating an environment where your expertise will be nurtured and your professional growth encouraged. With flexible working opportunities and access to ongoing training, this position is ideal for someone who thrives in a communal setting and enjoys connecting with cross-functional teams.

What you'll do:

As Finance Manager in this manufacturing organisation based in Petaling Jaya, you will play an integral role in overseeing all aspects of finance and accounting. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve preparing management accounts, reviewing financial statements, conducting variance analyses, managing closing activities at both month-end and year-end periods, monitoring manufacturing costs including raw materials and production overheads, collaborating with operations teams for cost control improvements, ensuring compliance with SFRS standards as well as local tax regulations. You will also be responsible for handling tax matters and statutory audits by liaising with external parties. Monitoring working capital levels alongside cash flow trends forms part of your remit; establishing robust internal controls ensures the integrity of accounting procedures. Providing insightful analysis for strategic planning rounds out your duties. Success in this role requires a commitment to teamwork—sharing knowledge generously—and nurturing the finance team’s development through supportive leadership.

• Oversee the comprehensive finance and accounting functions, including general ledger management, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow monitoring to ensure robust financial health.
• Prepare and review monthly management accounts, financial statements, and conduct detailed variance analysis to provide actionable insights for business decision-making.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing activities by coordinating with relevant stakeholders to guarantee timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Monitor manufacturing costs such as raw material expenses, production overheads, inventory valuation, and cost variances to optimise resource allocation.
• Work closely with operations and other departments to analyse production costs, improve cost control measures, and enhance overall financial performance through collaborative efforts.
• Ensure strict compliance with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS), tax regulations, statutory requirements, and internal financial policies by staying updated on regulatory changes.
• Oversee tax matters and statutory audits while liaising with external auditors, tax agents, and authorities to maintain transparency and accountability.
• Monitor working capital levels, cash flow trends, and financial risks in order to support ongoing business operations effectively.
• Establish and maintain effective internal controls, accounting procedures, and financial policies that safeguard organisational assets.
• Provide insightful financial analysis to management for strategic planning purposes while sharing knowledge across teams.

What you bring:

To excel as Finance Manager within this manufacturing organisation located in Petaling Jaya you will bring proven experience from similar roles—ideally having worked within Singapore’s manufacturing sector. Your academic background should include a degree in Accounting or Finance; professional certifications like ACCA or CPA further reinforce your credentials. You possess deep familiarity with SFRS standards along with statutory reporting obligations specific to Singapore. Your hands-on approach has seen you successfully manage costing systems for raw materials as well as production overheads; inventory management forms part of your skill set too. Budgeting expertise coupled with forecasting proficiency allows you to deliver meaningful management reports that inform business strategy. Analytical thinking combined with strong communication skills enables you to connect effectively across departments—sharing insights generously—and supporting collaborative initiatives. Managing multiple priorities comes naturally thanks to your dependable nature; your ability to nurture relationships within cross-functional teams ensures harmonious outcomes.

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline is required; professional qualifications such as ACCA, CPA or CIMA are advantageous for demonstrating advanced expertise.
• Minimum five years of relevant experience in finance or accounting roles within the manufacturing sector is essential for understanding industry-specific challenges.
• Prior experience working in a manufacturing company in Singapore is mandatory due to the need for familiarity with local practices.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS), statutory reporting requirements and local tax regulations is necessary for compliance.
• Hands-on experience managing manufacturing accounting processes including costing methods, inventory management strategies, production cost tracking and variance analysis is highly valued.
• Proven ability in budgeting techniques, forecasting methodologies as well as delivering clear management reports supports effective business planning.
• Strong analytical skills paired with problem-solving abilities enable you to interpret complex data sets accurately.
• Excellent communication skills facilitate collaboration across departments while ensuring clarity when presenting findings or recommendations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently demonstrates dependability under pressure while maintaining high standards of accuracy.
• Experience collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams highlights your interpersonal strengths.

What sets this company apart:

This manufacturing organisation stands out for its commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where collaboration is celebrated. Employees benefit from supportive leadership that encourages personal growth through ongoing training opportunities tailored towards enhancing both technical skills and interpersonal capabilities. Flexible working arrangements are available so you can maintain a healthy work-life balance without compromising on professional ambitions. The company’s dedication to knowledge-sharing means you’ll always have access to expert guidance from colleagues who value communal success over individual achievement. Generous pension contributions reflect their investment in long-term employee wellbeing; meanwhile regular team-building activities promote kinship among staff members. By joining this organisation you become part of a network that prioritises empathy kindness loyalty—and above all—a sense of togetherness that makes every day rewarding.

What's next:

If you are ready to share your expertise within a supportive team environment where your contributions truly matter apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C