Finance Director

About us

Suntec Singapore Convention and Exhibition Centre

Suntec Singapore is renowned as Asia’s top international venue and the World’s Leading Meetings &
Conference Centre by the World Travel Awards. Hosting over 20,000 events, it offers 42,000 square metres of MICE space, including 36 meeting rooms, 12,000 square metres of exhibition space, and two auditoriums with a total capacity of 6,850 seats. With its prime location, flexible spaces, award-winning F&
B, advanced technology, and professional service, Suntec Singapore delivers a seamless, customizable event experience, truly embodying 'The Preferred Place To Meet'

Suntec Singapore is managed by ARA Asset Management, which is part of the ESR Group (the “Group”), APAC’s largest real asset manager powered by the New Economy and the third largest listed real estate investment manager globally.

ARA

APM, the property management arm of ARA, offers services across various asset classes in Asia Pacific. Their expertise includes managing large-scale developments, strategic marketing, mall repositioning, leasing, asset enhancement, development planning, project management, and sustainability services like green certification, energy optimization, and sustainability reporting.

The role

As a Finance Director, you will lead and oversee the Finance and Purchasing teams managing the full spectrum of finance's activities ranging from accurate financial management, compliance, and reporting to budgeting, forecasting, month-end closures, and daily reconciliations. Most importantly, you will be acting as the CEO's finance business partner providing sound advices on how best to drive business growth through Finance.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead and Review Team Activities:
  Oversee and evaluate the daily operations of our Finance and Purchasing teams to ensure optimal performance.
  
• Comprehensive Financial Management:
  Take charge of financial management, ensuring compliance, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting are seamlessly executed.
  
• Ensure Accurate Reconciliation:
  Guarantee the completion of daily reconciliation tasks, maintaining financial accuracy.
  
• Manage Month-End Closures:
  Review and finalize month-end closing activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
  
• Client and Supplier Liaison:
  Directly communicate with clients regarding late collections and address delivery issues with suppliers.
  
• Enhance Financial Processes:
  Develop, streamline, and enhance our financial management and reporting processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
  
• Prepare Financial Statements:
  Deliver timely and precise consolidated monthly and annual financial statements and reports in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
  
• Provide Financial Insights:
  Offer valuable financial insights and conduct ad hoc analyses to support business decisions.
  
• Authority and Auditor Liaison:
  Act as the main point of contact with authorities, auditors, and the corporate office to ensure compliance and smooth operations.
  
• Drive Digital Transformation:
  Lead the digitalization of our finance processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
  

Who we look for - the ideal profile:

• Strong commercial and business acumen
  
• Possesses integrity and accounting professionalism
  
• Make decisions and resolve problems quickly and effectively
  
• Ability to work independently and thrive on a dynamic working environment
  
• Excellent at collaboration and teamwork
  
• Strong in communication and relationship skills
  
• Highly organised with good project management and analytical skills
  
• A keen eye for detail and desire to probe further into data
  
• Comfortable with the use of technology, social media and paperless business processes
  
• Strong MS Office skills
  

Essential Qualifications

• Degree in Accountancy or equivalent
  
• CA or CPA certified
  
• At least 8 years of relevant working experience in digitalised accounting environment
  
• Fluent in spoken and written English and Mandarin
  
• Experienced with ERP systems and other evolving digital processing systems
  
• Change management and team leadership experience required
  

What we offer:

• Our people make the difference. Suntec Singapore Convention &
  Exhibition Centre has cultivated a distinct corporate culture over the years with a strong belief and focus in developing and investing in our people.
  
• We provide numerous opportunities for professional development, accompanied by enjoyable activities designed to promote your well-being. And hey, we ensure equitable compensation for your dedication and effort.
  
• You will work with many brilliant co-workers who are movers and shakers of the industry, as well as with leading clients and ecosystem partners across all categories to shape the guests’ experience across a myriad of events in the years to come.