LEAD GENERAL HOT POT PTE. LTD. | Finance Manager

Key Responsibilities: 1. Financial Reporting and Analysis Oversee Accounts staff in administering the overall financial functions and ensuring timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. Present findings, financial performance, and recommendations to senior management. 2. Strategic Financial Planning and Advisory Participate in financial planning and provide strategic advice to the Managing Director on financial-related matters. Collaborate with department heads to align financial planning with company objectives and drive profitability. 3. Budgeting and Forecasting Lead the budgeting and financial forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with business goals and targets. Work closely with relevant departments to monitor budget adherence and control costs. 4. Financial Control, Tax, and Compliance Handle all corporate tax and GST matters, ensuring compliance with local tax regulations. Maintain and enforce finance policies, internal controls, and regulatory compliance. Supervise Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions, ensuring accurate invoicing, collections, and vendor payments. 5, Cash Flow and Credit Management Manage cash flow requirements, oversee credit control, and optimize working capital. Monitor bank balances, manage payments, and coordinate with banks on financing and foreign exchange as required. 6. Financial Operations and Process Improvement Identify opportunities for process enhancements to improve financial efficiency, reporting accuracy, and operational effectiveness. Leverage financial technologies to streamline processes and support faster reporting. 7. Team Leadership and Collaboration Supervise junior finance staff, providing mentorship and fostering a collaborative work environment. Work closely with other departments (e.g., Sales, Operations) to align financial processes and support cross-functional objectives. 8. Ad-hoc Financial Support Provide financial analysis for ad-hoc projects and business decisions as required by management. Participate in strategic initiatives by providing financial perspectives and data-driven insights. Requirements: Education: Degree in Finance, Accountancy, or a related discipline; professional certifications such as CPA/CA are preferred but not required. Min 5 years of relevant experience in finance, specifically within the retail sector. Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and retail-specific financial controls. Proven ability to handle full-spectrum accounting, including AP, AR, and financial reconciliation. Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills. Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex financial data and deliver insights. Excellent communication skills, capable of conveying financial information to non-financial stakeholders. High attention to detail, with a proactive approach to identifying and solving financial issues. Ability to work independently and collaboratively, balancing hands-on responsibilities with team leadership. Proficiency in English and Mandarin is preferred, given the need to liaise with internal and external stakeholders. #J-18808-Ljbffr