Assistant Finance Manager
Job Summary
This role is designed for someone who enjoys autonomy, responsibility, and ownership in managing finance matters across multiple group entities. The successful candidate will handle financial reporting, consolidation, audit, tax, and cash flow management with minimal supervision. It offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment supporting various operating units and outsourced accounting services.
Responsibilities
- Support group finance and manage assigned entities independently
- Review monthly management accounts and assist with group consolidation
- Handle audit, compliance, statutory filings, and tax submissions
- Monitor cash flow positions and manage outsourced accounting engagements
Required Skills
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
- ACCA, CPA, CA, or equivalent professional qualification preferred
- Minimum 5–8 years of relevant accounting or finance experience
- Strong accounting and financial reporting fundamentals with problem-solving skills
Job Details
Key Responsibilities 1. Group Finance Support & Ownership Support the Group Finance Lead in overseeing finance matters across multiple group entities Take ownership of assigned entities and manage them confidently with minimal supervision Understand each entity’s operations, risks, and reporting requirements independently 2. Financial Reporting & Consolidation Review monthly management accounts for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness Assist with group consolidation, including minority interest accounting Prepare clear variance analysis and financial summaries for management Ensure reporting deadlines are met consistently 3. Proactive Issue Identification & Problem‑Solving Identify potential issues early, including financial, compliance, or process‑related matters Escalate matters constructively, together with practical recommendations or solution options Contribute ideas to improve processes, controls, and reporting quality 4. Operating Unit & Event Support Provide finance support to main operating units. Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cost monitoring for event‑based activities. Support high‑volume operations, particularly for the Philippines subsidiary. 5. Audit, Compliance & Controls Coordinate audits and statutory filings across all jurisdictions. Ensure compliance with local statutory requirements and group policies. Monitor dormant and low‑activity entities to ensure ongoing compliance. Support continuous improvement of internal controls and documentation. 6. Tax, Intercompany & Cash Flow Management Oversee tax filings, GST/VAT submissions, and statutory reporting. Coordinate with external tax advisors on cross‑border and withholding tax matters. Monitor cash flow positions and highlight risks or funding needs in a timely manner. Monitor cash flow positions and highlight risks or funding needs in a timely manner 7. Outsourced Accounting Services (External Clients) Manage outsourced accounting engagements for assigned clients. Ensure timely monthly reporting, reconciliations, and statutory compliance. Act as a professional and reliable accounting contact for clients. Deliver services in line with agreed timelines and quality standards. Requirements Education & Professional Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline. ACCA, CPA, CA, or equivalent professional qualification preferred. Experience Minimum 5–8 years of relevant accounting or finance experience Experience in: Group or regional finance roles. Cross‑border or multi‑entity environments. Exposure to outsourced accounting or client‑facing work is an advantage. Experience in event‑based, project‑based, or services businesses is a plus. Skills & Personal Attributes Strong accounting and financial reporting fundamentals. Well‑organised, disciplined, and deadline‑oriented. Practical problem‑solver with a solutions mindset. Comfortable handling multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. Collaborative, professional, and accountable.