Finance Manager

Job Description : FINANCE MANAGER APAC OUT OF SINGAPORE An exciting Finance Manager, APAC job has become available at a leading manufacturing firm listed on the NYSE. About the Finance Manager, APAC Role: This Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in the business, responsible for liaising with relevant stakeholders and reviewing the data is accurate and complete. This includes being responsible for the monthly closing, coordinating the monthly data relating to manufacturing operations and variance analysis and supporting with year-end statutory audit process. Key Responsibilities Perform month-end cost accounting close Calculate, enter and post general ledger transactions in SAP Coordinate, process and analyse data monthly related to manufacturing operations, equipment availability and utilisation Prepare periodic variance analysis reports comparing standard vs actual costs Analyse all variance drivers and resolve issues to minimise production variances Develop cost standards for materials and labour, together with Plant Controller and Operations Prepare annual raw material and standard cost roll up as part of annual budget process Perform inventory valuations and ensure inventory values are appropriate and accurate Perform ad hoc analysis on bills of material, production routing Perform periodic reconciliations on inventory and support completion of other balance sheet reconciliations as assigned Assist with special projects Support the completion of internal and external audit To succeed in this Finance Manager, APAC role, you must be able to support the company's continuous growth and expansion. Key Requirements: Proven work experience with cost accounting, standard costing, perpetual inventory system, material usage BSc or equivalent degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent Ideally have three to five years of experience within US MNCs, accounting in US GAAP Awareness of SOX compliance desired Advanced computer literacy (Excel – pivot tables, vlookup) desired Experience with ERP systems e.g. SAP a must Good organisational and time-management skills Capable of working independently and in teams Strong problem-solving skills with hands-on mentality Detailed and deadline-oriented, with a demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks Fluency in business mandarin. Dutch is a plus

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