Job description

Access Communications is a keen to work with a highly dynamic, energetic and passionate Finance Manager.

We are a dynamic boutique public relations and events agency, specializing in crafting impactful brand narratives and organizing world-class events. With operations in both Singapore and Malaysia, our agency serves a wide range of prestigious clients, helping them engage with their audiences through strategic PR and flawless event execution. We are a fast-paced, creative environment that values teamwork, innovation, and excellence.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Finance Manager to join our growing team. This position will play a crucial role in overseeing the financial health of the agency’s operations across both Singapore and Malaysia. The Finance Manager will work closely with the senior leadership team to provide insightful financial analysis, ensure robust financial controls, and streamline processes to support the agency’s continued growth and success. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional with a background in agency operations, who is looking to make a meaningful impact in a creative and entrepreneurial environment.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain data of full set of accounts and will be the key liaison with corporate secretariat accounting agency
• Manage company budget and cash flow including management of petty cash funds
• Ensure bank reconciliation is done timely
• Generate timely reports
• Manage third-party payment (receivables)
• Liaising with external party, bankers, accountant to ensure timely submission of documents
• Prepare monthly financial accounts for multiple companies
• Submission of GST and/or SST
• Submission of CPF or EPF and prepare payroll for the company
• Ad-hoc admin duties required from time to time (preparing refinancing documents, grant applications, Ministry of Manpower requests and information)
• Ensure that all practices are continuously monitored and adhered to legal and government-recommended practices in Singapore and/or regional countries (such as Malaysia)

Financial Management:

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and general ledger.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with local regulations (Singapore & Malaysia).
• Monitor cash flow, ensuring the agency has sufficient liquidity for operations and growth.
• Provide accurate financial reporting and analysis to senior management and key stakeholders.

Budgeting & Forecasting:

• Lead the preparation of annual budgets and periodic financial forecasts.
• Analyze budget vs. actual performance and provide actionable insights to optimize financial performance.
• Develop financial models to support strategic decision-making.

Financial Analysis & Strategy:

• Conduct financial analysis on client projects and initiatives to assess profitability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with department heads to create and track project budgets and billing schedules.
• Offer strategic guidance on pricing, resource allocation, and financial strategies to maximize revenue and minimize costs.

Compliance & Taxation:

• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations, accounting standards, and tax laws in both Singapore and Malaysia.
• Work with external auditors to ensure smooth annual audits and timely tax filing.
• Stay current with changes in financial legislation and adapt internal processes as needed.

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and systems, ensuring operational efficiency and scalability.
• Implement and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets.

People/Teamwork/Corporate Citizenship:

• Lead and mentor a small team of professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
• Provide training and development opportunities to team members, ensuring continuous improvement of financial processes.
• Appropriately escalate and seek direction on conflicts or difficult people situations
• Strive to be a positive influence on peer group and cross-capability team
• Demonstrates high quality of work, accountability, sense of community, thoughtful insights, energy and passion for work
• Work closely with directors and peers to learn and grow

Requirements:

• Able to start work immediately or within short notice
• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field (CPA/ACCA/CA or equivalent qualification preferred).
• Experience in software such as Xero (and InfoTech or BrioHR) will be an added advantage
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant working experience in a similar capacity
• PC literate with good knowledge of MS Office, efficient in Excel
• Possess positive working attitude and ability to work with minimal supervision
• Good interpersonal skills, accountable and responsible attitude
• Able to perform within tight deadlines, manage pressure & deliver results in a fast-paced environment & work in a team
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of professional accounting principles, theories, practices, and terminology (private sector, governmental, and nonprofit) and an ability to understand accounting practices and procedures; to analyse data, narrative reports, and workload flow charts

Why Join Us:

• A vibrant and creative work environment where no two days are the same.
• Opportunity to contribute directly to the success and growth of an agency with exciting projects.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Exposure to both the Singaporean and Malaysian markets, with the chance to work across diverse industries and cultures.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you’re the perfect fit for this role to headhunter@accesscoms.com.sg We look forward to hearing from you!