DIRECTOR OF FINANCE AND CORPORATE SERVICES
We are looking for an experienced Finance professional who can oversee and guide our portfolio of fast-growing client companies, provide strategic leadership to a finance and corporate secretary professional team, and build on a stellar brand reputation where referrals fuel growth. The ideal candidate must possess a passion for process structure and a keen eye for detail. Reporting directly to the CEO, this candidate will lead an existing team, and this role will demand a solutions-oriented individual looking for an opportunity to grow professionally and play an instrumental role in developing a business. In addition to day-to-day account support to a select group of clients and management of the team, this individual will be responsible for securing new business through our existing referral base and helping to set the strategic direction for the business in the long term.
The ideal candidate will be a natural leader who can work to mentor and grow their team and assist with business operations and growth. They must genuinely enjoy being in a service provider and valued advisor to key clients.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Review, monitor and update financial systems and controls
Manage key client relationships and serve as both a player and coach to the internal finance team
Own the business development lifecycle; lead meetings, quote new customers, and close business
Advise and assist with cashflow management planning for client partners
Refine, oversee, and manage new client onboarding
Ensure client service delivery is running smoothly
Financial oversight and mentoring for founders and business leaders across clients
A keen understanding of IFRS and Singapore tax regulations and business structuring
Work with our strategic partner to plan, contribute to and oversee the vertical's web-based marketing objectives
Map out and execute new business (or service) opportunities
Relationship management with strategic partners
Maintain budgets / achieve financial targets
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
Accountable and adopts a ‘business-owner’ mentality
Enjoys business development and is KPI-driven
Has excellent communication skills and can engage with a diversity of people
Meticulous attention to detail and a proven track record of sound financial ‘housekeeping’
Is a strategic thinker who wants to support the growth and help set the direction of the business
Excellent team leader who builds culture and morale amongst the team
Highly process and solutions-oriented
Interest or experience in Family office advisory, fund accounting, venture capital, and/or start-up companies
Excel in a busy working environment
KEY REQUIREMENTS
Solid knowledge of financial analysis, cash flow planning and forecasting
Degree in Accountancy or a related field
ACCA or equivalent qualifications
Identify initiatives to help clients improve their financial and operational processes in areas such as chart of accounts, financial closing and consolidation
Solid knowledge of corporate law
At least eight years of working experience in an accounting firm or in-house finance role
Proven track record of leadership and growth of a business or business unit
Demonstrated record of successfully leading a high-performing team
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Competitive basic salary and bonus incentive.
Generous annual leave package in addition to public holidays.
Medical insurance coverage and flexible spending stipend.
Flexible working environment with opportunities to Work from Home (WFH) up to two days per week.
Enjoy Work from Anywhere (WFA) days that increase with tenure.
Time to focus on well-being with 4.5-day work week (Reset Fridays) once a month.
Valuable training and development opportunities and continued support for additional education.
Fun and collaborative company culture, with monthly social activities and quarterly volunteer opportunities off-site.
Engaging Wellness and CSR initiatives.
Contact joinus@accela.asia to learn more.