Manager, Finance (1 year contract)

Key Accountabilities:

• This role is to assist the Financial Controller in performing General Ledger controls and Regulatory reporting function in Singapore
• Primarily in charge of the maintenance and control over the data in General Ledger (“GL”) including all aspects of risk management and accounting controls.
• Perform specific review of daily GL reports, nostro reconciliations, interco reconciliations and prepare journal entries for upload into GL.
• Liaise with Head Office to create new or correct GL lines and categories for new products/activities
• Prepare draft financial statements for external auditors and manage external audit process
• Assist to provide accounting estimates for each reporting period. The accounting estimates include amount for collective impairment provision, tax provision and other accruals.
• Be both an individual contributor and leader in the Accounts Payable/Receivable process
• Liaise closely with Credit Department and Loan Administration Department to maintain accurate numbers for the Branch's undrawn commitments and collateral values for reporting purposes.
• Prepare clear workings for quarterly GST submission and the annual Income Tax Return.
• Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting
• Participate in the UAT of various accounting projects, e.g. Data Warehouse. Maintenance of GL and Oracle chart of accounts, Customer listing and the respective products, segments and industry mappings.
• Develop and document business processes to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Facilitate and support other financial reporting functions within the Financial Control Department.

Qualifications & Experience:

Knowledge & Experience:

• Degree in Accounting/Finance/Commerce or professional qualification, with at least 5 years of working experience in a similar capacity
• Experience in various internal control functions of a Bank's Financial Control Department
• Prior experience in preparing financial statements required
• Project UAT Experience is preferred

Skills:

• An independent self-starter who is able to thrive in a fast pace and changing environment
• Committed team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong analytical skills with an eye for details
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage daily workflow
• Ability to work independently & is self-motivated
• Leadership skills