Financial Controller - Singapore - EDUCLAAS GLOBAL PTE. LTD.

Description

Job Function:

You are the lead finance business partner for the organisation and has responsibilities covering all aspects of business and financial management, performance management, financial accounting, budgeting and corporate reporting. The key focus is to play the role of a business cum financial analyst.

Job Misison:

You are to ensure the financial health and integrity of the organization through strategic leadership, meticulous financial analysis, and effective management of resources. This involves leveraging advanced data analytics tools like Power BI to drive insightful performance analysis, developing sophisticated costing and revenue models for accurate forecasting, and overseeing the consolidation of group financials for management analysis and audits.

You are responsible for managing year-end financial audits and compliance audits for regulatory bodies, leading the annual budgeting process, and providing oversight for finance matters of overseas entities. Through a focus on process improvement and collaboration with other departments, you should aim to optimize financial operations, drive efficiency, and support the organization's growth objectives.

You play a critical role in supporting business analysis reporting, assisting in creating comprehensive reports for the finance department and other stakeholders, and contributing to business review presentations by incorporating financial scorecards and performance metrics. By fulfilling these responsibilities, the Finance Manager facilitates informed decision-making, fosters financial transparency, and drives the organization towards sustained success.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Performance Analysis using Power BI:

• Utilize Power BI extensively to analyze financial performance, leveraging its capabilities for data connectivity from various sources, data transformation, creation of measures, and establishing relationships across multiple datasets. This involves extracting insights, identifying trends, and presenting actionable recommendations based on the analysis

Creating Costing and Revenue Models/Calculators for Forecasting:

• Develop sophisticated costing and revenue models to facilitate accurate forecasting. These models should incorporate variables such as production costs, pricing strategies, market trends, and revenue projections to provide comprehensive insights for decision-making processes.

Consolidation of Group Financials for Management Analysis and Audits:

• Spearhead the consolidation process to compile financial data from multiple entities within the organization for management analysis and audit purposes. Ensure accuracy, transparency, and compliance with regulatory requirements during the consolidation process.

Management of Year-End Financial Audits and Compliance Audits:

• Take charge of year-end financial audits and compliance audits for regulatory bodies such as SkillsFuture Singapore, Committee of Private Education, etc. Coordinate with external auditors, prepare necessary documentation, and ensure timely completion of audit procedures while adhering to relevant standards and regulations.

Leadership in Annual Budgeting Process:

• Lead the annual budgeting process by collaborating with key stakeholders to set financial objectives, allocate resources, and establish budgetary guidelines. Drive the development of realistic and achievable budgets aligned with organizational goals and strategic priorities.

Overseeing Finance Matters of Overseas Entities:

• Provide oversight and strategic direction for finance-related activities of overseas entities across multiple jurisdictions, including Malaysia, Indonesia, Myanmar, India, Philippines, Vietnam, etc. Ensure compliance with local regulations, optimize financial operations, and mitigate risks associated with international business activities.

Driving Process Improvement Initiatives:

• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement within the finance function and across related departments. Implement scalable processes and best practices to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and support the organization's growth objectives.

Collaboration with Other Departments for Data Collection:

• Collaborate closely with other departments to gather relevant financial data and information necessary for reporting, analysis, and decision-making. Establish effective communication channels and data-sharing mechanisms to ensure the availability of accurate and timely financial information.

Supporting Business Analysis Reporting:

• Assist in creating comprehensive business analysis reports for the finance department and other stakeholders using tools such as Power BI, Microsoft Excel, etc. Present financial insights, key performance indicators, and actionable recommendations to support strategic decision-making processes.

Assisting in Business Review Presentations:

• Assist in updating presentations for business reviews by incorporating financial scorecards and performance metrics relevant to the region. Ensure clarity, accuracy, and alignment with organizational objectives to facilitate informed decision-making by senior management.

These responsibilities require a blend of technical expertise in financial analysis, proficiency in data analytics tools, strong leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and geographical locations.

Requirements:

• Degree in Accountancy or Professional Qualification ie ACCA
• At least 6 years in relevant fields
• Strong business acumen and digitally savvy, preferably in private education sector
• Competent in Power BI analytics (Design and Development) and Power apps
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Able to manage cross-cultural teams