Finance Business Partner

Job Summary

The Finance Business Partner plays a critical role in supporting the Finance & Administration Director in driving the Group's financial planning, business performance management, and strategic decision-making processes.

The incumbent will lead management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and business partnering activities across the Group. This role serves as a key bridge between Finance and business operations, providing management with meaningful financial insights, performance analysis, and recommendations to support growth and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Lead the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes for the Group.
• Develop financial models, business cases, scenario analysis, and sensitivity assessments to support strategic initiatives.
• Analyse business and financial performance against budgets, forecasts, and key performance indicators.
• Monitor revenue, profitability, cash flow, and cost drivers, highlighting key trends, risks, and opportunities.

Management Reporting

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports for senior management.
• Develop and maintain management dashboards and KPIs to support business performance monitoring.
• Provide insightful variance analysis and recommendations to improve financial and operational performance.
• Translate financial data into meaningful business insights to support decision-making.

Business Partnering

• Partner closely with operational and functional leaders to support business objectives and drive accountability.
• Provide financial guidance on commercial decisions, capital investments, project evaluations, and resource allocation.
• Support business units in achieving budget targets and improving profitability.
• Challenge assumptions and promote financially sound decision-making across the organisation.

Strategic Finance Support

• Support the Finance & Administration Director in strategic planning and corporate initiatives.
• Conduct market, industry, and financial analysis to support business growth opportunities.
• Participate in mergers, acquisitions, investments, or strategic projects where required.
• Prepare presentation materials and financial analyses for management and Board discussions.

Systems, Automation & Process Improvement

• Drive continuous improvement in financial reporting processes, controls, and systems.
• Champion the effective use of Workday Financial Management and reporting tools.
• Identify opportunities for automation, data analytics, and dashboard enhancements.
• Support finance digitalisation and transformation initiatives across the Group.

Governance & Controls

• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, internal policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Support internal and external audit processes as required.
• Maintain high standards of financial integrity, accuracy, and governance.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) qualification is mandatory.
• Additional professional qualifications such as CA Singapore, ACCA, CPA Australia, ICAEW, or equivalent will be an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of relevant finance experience, with significant exposure to:
  - Management Reporting
  - Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
  - Budgeting and Forecasting
  - Financial Modelling
  - Business Partnering
  - Performance Analytics
• Experience in a group finance, multinational, listed company, manufacturing, engineering, marine, construction, or project-based environment will be advantageous.
• Experience leading finance transformation or ERP implementation projects will be highly regarded.

Technical Skills

• Strong financial analysis, planning, and forecasting capabilities.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial modelling skills.
• Experience with Workday ERP or SAP is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with Power BI or similar analytics and reporting platforms is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of accounting standards, financial controls, and corporate finance principles.

TAFEP-Compliant Equal Opportunity Statement

Penguin International Limited is committed to fair and merit-based employment practices. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and assess applicants based on their skills, qualifications, experience, and ability to perform the job.


Why Join Us?

​Drive the Future of Shipbuilding

At Penguin International Limited, we don’t just build ships; we set industry benchmarks.

As a global leader in high-speed aluminum commercial vessels, we are at the forefront of maritime innovation, including the design and deployment of cutting-edge hybrid-electric and pure electric propulsion systems.

​A Legacy of Excellence and Innovation

With over 50 years of heritage and the global recognition of our "Flex" brand of crewboats and security boats, we offer a stable yet dynamic environment. You will play a pivotal role in maintaining the quality of vessels that are trusted by our clients around the world.

​Cross-Border Leadership

This role offers a unique opportunity to manage quality standards across international borders. You will gain diverse operational experience by bridging our Singapore headquarters with our high-volume production hub at PT Kim Seah Shipyard in Batam.

​Professional Growth and Impact

We value technical expertise and leadership. In this role, you are a key stakeholder in our "Quality First" culture, with the autonomy to drive process improvements and mentor the next generation of maritime professionals.