Finance Manager/Assistant Finance Manager

About This Role

This Finance Manager/Assistant Finance Manager role involves overseeing financial operations, preparing statements, and leading audit processes, with a strong focus on manufacturing cost accounting and inventory management. The position suits a finance professional with experience in a manufacturing environment, capable of supervising staff and ensuring financial compliance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and review the work of the finance staff
• Develop annual budgets, perform financial forecasting, and conduct variance analysis (actual vs. planned)
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (P&L, balance sheets, cash flow) in compliance with IFRS standards
• Monitor day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and banking relationships to maintain liquidity
• Lead the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors, and implement internal controls to minimize financial risk
• Develop, maintain, and update the standard cost system, including Bills of Materials (BOMs) and routing for manufacturing operations
• Analyze material, labor, and overhead variances, providing explanations to management
• Support pricing strategies by providing accurate factory cost inputs
• Oversee inventory controls, cycle counts, and year-end physical stocktakes to ensure inventory accuracy
• Ensure accurate tracking and valuation of Raw Materials, Work-in-Progress (WIP), and Finished Goods
• Review stock aging to identify and provision for slow-moving or obsolete inventory
• Act as the finance lead for ERP processes, ensuring correct setup of production orders and cost centers
• Strengthen controls over production reporting, inventory movements, and cost postings
• Perform any other duties assigned by Directors or Superior from time to time

Requirements

• Bachelor

• Several years of experience in manufacturing cost accounting or inventory management

• Proficiency in SAP ERP systems and advanced Excel skills

• Strong skills in cost analysis, forecasting, and data interpretation

• Strong communication skills to liaise with production, operations, and supply chain teams

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight timelines

• Bilingual in both English and Mandarin to liaise with associates

• Initiative, positive attitude, and good team player

Important Details

• Schedule: Full-time
• Employment type: Permanent