Roles & Responsibilities
The Accounts Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the finance department to ensure efficient and effective delivery of finance duties to internal stakeholders. Reporting to the Financial Controller in Singapore, he/ she has to communicate with colleagues in Singapore, Malaysia and China operations.
Job Duties
- Financial Management and Reporting
- Oversee and manage Malaysian operations’ financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger.
- Prepare and analyse financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
- Develop and implement effective financial strategies, policies, and procedures to streamline operations and improve profitability.
- Conduct financial forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis to support strategic decision-making.
- Ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (IFRS), industry regulations, and internal control policies.
- Cost and Inventory Management
- Manage and monitor the cost of precious metals inventory, including tracking market prices and fluctuations.
- Develop and implement inventory management strategies to optimize inventory levels and minimize carrying costs.
- Analyse and report on inventory valuation, turnover, and profitability.
- Collaborate with procurement and production teams to ensure efficient inventory management and cost control.
- Tax Reporting for Malaysian Operations
- Preparation and submission of SST
- Coordinate and facilitate tax reporting.
- Risk Management
- Oversee the implementation and maintenance of internal controls and risk management policies.
- Reporting and Compliance
- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting to internal and external stakeholders, including senior management, and regulatory bodies.
- Maintain compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards, such as environmental regulations and precious metals trading regulations.
- Coordinate and facilitate external audits and regulatory inspections.
Job Prerequisites
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related fields. CPA is preferred.
- Good written and spoken Mandarin to communicate with China counterparts.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a finance management and supervisory role.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting standards, and SST requirements.
- Proficiency in financial analysis, forecasting, and budgeting.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong leadership and team management.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office suite.
- Meticulous, with an eye for detail.