Assistant Finance Manager / Finance Manager (6-Month Contract, Convertible)

Job Overview

We are a fast-growing startup group seeking a hands-on and commercially minded Assistant Finance Manager / Finance Manager on a 6-month contract basis. This is a project-driven role focused on strengthening financial visibility, governance, and treasury capabilities across the Group.

Given the dynamic nature of the business, this role requires a highly adaptable individual who is comfortable navigating evolving priorities. High performers may be considered for conversion to a permanent role.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning

• Develop and implement Group-level Working Capital (WC) and Cash Flow (CF) forecasting models
• Drive alignment of financial reporting across local entities, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and timeliness
• Partner with local finance teams to enhance forecasting discipline and visibility

Intercompany Management

• Review and streamline intercompany transaction flows and settlement processes
• Improve transparency, reduce inefficiencies, and strengthen documentation of intercompany arrangements

Government Grants & Incentives (DEI)

• Support the Group’s DEI application and related work streams
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders (e.g. advisors, authorities) on documentation, financial projections, and structuring considerations

Treasury & Banking

• Support the design and implementation of treasury strategies, including (a) FX risk management and hedging strategies (b) Interest rate risk management (e.g. interest rate swaps)
• Liaise with banking partners on financial instruments and solutions to support business needs

Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Support the Head of Governance in (a) Implementing financial and operational processes across local entities (b) Strengthening internal controls and compliance frameworks
• Assist in the development, rollout, and enforcement of finance policies and SOPs

Transfer Pricing (TP)

• Support / lead TP assessments/exercises, where applicable
• Ensure intercompany transactions are aligned with TP policies and regulatory expectations

Strategic & Corporate Finance

• Support evaluation of potential investments, M&A, or inorganic growth opportunities
• Participate in financial analysis, due diligence, and integration planning where required

Required Qualifications

Education

• Qualified Accountant. Degree holder in Accounting, Finance or similar discipline.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA) designation is an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 4–8 years of relevant experience
• Big 4 and commercial experience is highly preferred.

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems (e.g. Oracle).
• Fluent in English and minimally proficient in Mandarin, including reading and speaking.

Core Competencies:

• Strong understanding of: (a) Financial modelling (especially cash flow and working capital) (b) Intercompany and TP principles (c) Treasury and risk management concepts
• Exposure to government incentives (e.g. DEI) or M&A activities is advantageous
• Experience in a startup or high-growth environment is a plus
• Hands-on, adaptable, and able to work independently in ambiguous situations
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills