Finance Manager

Company Overview

Founded in 1991, Crystal Jade is a Singapore-based culinary brand with MICHELIN one star (Singapore) and multiple MICHELIN Bib Gourmand awards (Hong Kong & Shanghai). The group offers specialty dining concepts from Fine Dining to bakeries, backed by private equity investments.

Job Summary

Join Crystal Jade as a Finance Manager / Assistant Finance Manager to lead financial reporting, business partnering, and cost control within the food & beverage sector, driving accurate financial management and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Review monthly profit and loss statements and prepare detailed commentaries on variances and abnormalities to inform business decisions
• Reconcile monthly bank accounts and balance sheet schedules including fixed assets, prepayments, accruals, and provisions to ensure accuracy
• Manage and coordinate month-end closing activities to meet reporting deadlines
• Reconcile prior year audit adjustments, post entries into Epicor, and verify trial balance alignment with audited financial statements
• Assist in year-end audits and prepare annual return filings to maintain regulatory compliance
• Review financial statements prepared in XBRL format and submit to ACRA in accordance with statutory requirements
• Provide accurate information to tax agents and review tax packages for IRAS submissions
• Support budgeting processes by supplying relevant financial data and analysis
• Prepare sub-consolidation reporting packages for internal and group reporting purposes
• Review quarterly GST submissions to ensure compliance with tax regulations
• Project cash flow to support treasury planning and liquidity management
• Execute treasury activities to optimize cash management and financial risk mitigation
• Maintain FRS 116 lease accounting workings to comply with financial reporting standards
• Prepare group consolidation reports for Singapore entities and maintain intercompany transaction matrices
• Prepare financial statements in compliance with SFRS and group accounting policies
• Support auditors during internal and external audit processes by providing necessary documentation and explanations
• Address accounting issues and queries from various departments, providing guidance on correct accounting treatments
• Monitor compliance of business units with corporate governance, standard operating policies, and regulatory requirements
• Lead and contribute to ad-hoc projects and duties as assigned to support finance team objectives

Required competencies and certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, ACCA, or equivalent qualification
• Minimum 5 to 8 years of relevant experience including audit and tax reporting
• Strong understanding of IFRS and local tax regulations

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Experience managing multiple entities and working within the food & beverage industry
• Proficiency in English and Mandarin to liaise effectively with English and Mandarin-speaking stakeholders
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively under tight deadlines

Other Information

Why Join Crystal Jade? Be part of an iconic brand that values excellence, teamwork, and innovation. Work in a dynamic environment where your expertise will directly impact business decisions and growth.