Finance & Operations Executive / Associate (Contract)

Job Description: Reporting to Vice President, Finance & Operations, the Finance & Operations Executive/ Associate will be involved in a broad spectrum of financial, operational, and accounting matters for both the company and the funds under management. Key Responsibilities 1. Financial Control & Accounting • Prepare the full set of monthly accounts and comprehensive financial reports for the company. • Manage day-to-day finance operations, including Accounts Payable (issuing vendor payments and disbursements) and Accounts Receivable (issuing invoices for management fees and billables). • Ensure effective cash management across bank accounts to optimize yields and maintain compliance with capital adequacy ratios as prescribed by MAS. 2. Fund & Middle-Office Operations • Review reports prepared by the Fund Administrator, specifically bank reconciliations, financial statements, and financial schedules. • Verify the accuracy of client capital statements, including capital and investment activity and valuation adjustments. • Support the administration of Fund structures, including tax incentive applications (e.g., S13U/S13X). • Assist in monitoring and preparing trade settlements to support middle-office functions. • Preparation of data uploads to portfolio management system. 3. Compliance & Stakeholder Management • Prepare and submit periodical regulatory reports to MAS and other regulatory authorities. • Handle routine regulatory reporting and the opening of new bank accounts. • Coordinate compliance requirements involving external auditors, corporate secretaries, and tax advisors. • Manage ad-hoc client requests and daily fund operations. Candidate Profile Education & Experience • Degree/Diploma: Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. • Experience: Previous experience in fund accounting and the preparation of full-set monthly accounts is an added advantage • Software Proficiency: High proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite. • Mindset: Analytical and inquisitive mind with a positive attitude toward learning new skills. • Execution: Deadline-oriented with the ability to complete tasks independently and with minimal supervision. • Teamwork: A strong team player who can multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Contract Requirements • Duration: full-time contract of 1 year. • Eligibility: Open to Singapore Citizens, Singapore Permanent Residents.