Financial Controller - Singapore - DIRECT SEARCH ASIA PTE. LTD.

Description

Policy and Procedure Development:

• Design and implement process flow and transaction-based documentation for the finance department.
• Prepare policy documents for management approval and ensure implementation.
• Report deviations from approved policies to management for corrective action.

Financial Reporting and Analysis:

• Prepare detailed monthly management information system (MIS) reports.
• Perform monthly closing activities, including journal entries and P&L and Balance Sheet analysis.
• Manage corporate accounts for parent/holding companies and subsidiaries.
• Prepare and review monthly reporting, schedules, and bank reconciliations.
• Assist with other reports as needed by the internal finance team.

Vessel Accounting:

• Manage vessel OPEX (Operating Cost) Management reporting.
• Review and process payments for all vessels and relevant notifications.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for accounting/reporting matters.
• Ensure accounting reports for clients are prepared and reviewed within agreed deadlines.
• Explain running cost variances to other departments.
• Oversee invoice posting, payment of purchase invoices, and creditors in compliance with the Company's payment policy.

Regional Finance Management:

• Manage and oversee finance for regional offices.
• Ensure regional office compliance with laws and regulations.

Payroll Management:

• Design tax-efficient structures for employees and compute tax requirements and deductions.
• Prepare monthly payroll sheets and statutory returns.
• Verify all payroll records and payments.

General and HR Management:

• Build effective relationships within the team and affiliate offices.
• Assist with various projects and ad hoc activities directed by management.
• Perform other duties as required by the Managing Director.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in an offshore and marine operations-related company, preferably in Ship Management.
• A degree or professional qualification in Accountancy, ACCA, or CPA.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Finance Manager in the maritime and ship management industry.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret financial statements.
• Experience managing teams.
• Excellent communication skills.