Financial Analyst (FP&A, 12-month contract)

Waters | Singapore (APAC Regional Role) | Completion Bonus up to 2 months

Drive Insight. Influence Decisions. Enable Growth.

Join Waters, a global leader in analytical instruments and software, as a Financial Analyst (FP&A) supporting the APAC region.

This is a high-impact contract role created to support the growing complexity of a USD 350M business across Diagnostics & Bioscience divisions, following strategic integration.

You’ll sit at the heart of regional finance — transforming data into insights, enabling business decisions, and partnering with stakeholders across markets.

Why This Role Matters

This is not just reporting — it’s about building clarity from complexity.

You will play a critical role in strengthening financial visibility across APAC by driving data consolidation, performance tracking, and planning support, directly influencing leadership decisions in a fast-evolving environment.

What You'll Do

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Extract, cleanse, consolidate, and reconcile financial data across Actuals, Budget, and Forecast.
• Ensure alignment across Sales, S&OP, and in-market performance data.
• Deliver country and business unit performance reports with clear insights.

Performance Management

• Track KPIs and key financial metrics across APAC markets.
• Support monthly close cycles, variance analysis, and business performance reviews.

FP&A & Planning Support

• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Support operating performance reporting and generate actionable insights.

Regional & Country Collaboration

• Operate across a 50/50 split between regional FP&A and country-level support.
• Partner closely with Finance Business Partners and local finance teams to ensure consistency and accuracy.

Data, Systems & Process Improvement

• Work across ERP and planning tools (SAP, BPC/FSM, Power BI).
• Enhance reporting templates, streamline consolidation processes, and improve data integrity.

What You'll Bring

• 3–5 years of FP&A or financial analysis experience, ideally in a regional or multinational environment.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Data Analytics, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong Excel and financial modeling capabilities.
• Hands-on experience with systems such as SAP, BPC/FSM, or Power BI.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communicator with the confidence to work cross-functionally.

Why Join?

You’ll work in a dynamic, collaborative environment supporting a high-growth, integration-driven business across APAC. This role provides strong exposure to senior stakeholders, regional strategy, and end-to-end FP&A processes — making it an excellent platform to accelerate your finance career.

If you’re passionate about turning data into insight and insight into action — we want to hear from you.

Apply now and be part of a team shaping the future of Diagnostics & Bioscience across APAC.

Job Responsibilities:

·       Process trade and transfer transactions accurately and within established service levels.

·       Perform trade and transfer documentation checks, ensuring completeness and compliance with operational requirements.

·       Manage incoming trade-related cash settlements and asset transfer requests, including transaction monitoring and exception handling.

·       Investigate and resolve pending transactions, ensuring timely settlement and reconciliation.

·       Administer corporate action events, including cash and stock distributions, with a high degree of accuracy.

·       Adhere to operational risk and control frameworks, maintaining compliance with procedures and implementing process updates as required.

·       Investigate, track, and resolve client queries through phone and email channels, providing timely and effective solutions.

·       Deliver high-quality client service while maintaining strong attention to accuracy, responsiveness, and stakeholder satisfaction.

·       Adhoctasks and projects as assigned

Job Requirements

·       Minimum Degree in a related discipline

·       Minimum 1 years of relevant experience

·       Experience with fixed income securities and structured products will be an added advantage

·       Able to start immediately or within short notice

Interested candidates, kindly email your detailed resumes in MS word format to joseph.koh@ambition.com.sg

Attention to Joseph Koh Wei Jie(R1873431)

Shortlisted candidates will be notified

www.ambition.com.sg

EA Registration Number: R1873431

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Business Registration Number:200611680D. License Number: 10C5117

To service clients who are

• requesting financial planning services,
• providing wholesome advice, including:
• Personal Financial Planning,
• Personal Will and Estate Planning,
• HNWI Planning
• GI Insurance

Candidate must have

• A Degree or A Diploma
• Mature and Outgoing
• Excellent communication and sales skills.
• Relevant experience.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly strategic and experienced finance professional to join our team as the Group Financial Controller. This role is critical in providing support to the CFO in driving financial excellence across the organization, ensuring robust financial planning, strategic insight, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of strong financial acumen, leadership capabilities, and deep experience in financial reporting within a public company environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Leadership & Oversight

• Lead the end-to-end financial reporting process across all operating companies.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of consolidated group financial and management reports.
• Presentation of financial updates to the Audit and Risk Committee, Board of Directors, and shareholders on a periodic basis.
• Provide insightful financial analysis to guide executives in strategic decision-making.

2. Strategic Planning & Analysis

• Lead strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning processes across the Group.
• Develop and maintain financial models and business partnering aligned to organisational goals.
• Analyze KPIs to identify performance trends and strategic opportunities.
• Conduct market research and competitor benchmarking to support growth strategies.

3. Internal Controls

• Design, implement and maintain a strong control framework ensuring compliance with statutory and corporate governance requirements
• Develop and enforce policies and procedures that promote strong governance and transparency.

4. Financial Policies & Risk Management

• Develop and implement financial frameworks that support sustainable growth and profitability.
• Proactively identify and manage financial risks, including operational, market, and regulatory risks across the Group.
• Drive consistency in financial policy application across all business units.

Skills & Qualities

• Strategic thinker with a strong commercial mindset and financial insight.
• Proven leadership and team management skills across diverse teams.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Comfortable operating in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline.
• Master’s degree or professional certification (CA/CPA) strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 12 years' experience in finance, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience in public company financial reporting, with exposure to NASDAQ and/or SGX regulations.
• Track record of working closely with Boards, executive leadership, and auditors.

Job Description & Requirements

Job Description:

• Support the onboarding of representatives, ensuring all internal procedures and regulatory requirements are met.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks through suitability assessments, ongoing monitoring, and periodic screenings, including annual declarations.
• Review and assess suitability cases, escalating where necessary, particularly for cases with adverse findings and recommended supervisory actions.
• Handle administrative matters related to representatives, including transfers and maintenance of identification records.
• Assist in coordinating and executing internal events and company initiatives.
• Perform general administrative and clerical duties as assigned.
• Participate in ad-hoc tasks and projects as required.

Requirements:

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
• Basic understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements within the financial services industry.
• Experience in suitability assessments and monitoring processes is an advantage.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel and Word).
• Resourceful, proactive, and able to work well in a team.
• Meticulous with strong attention to detail.
• Able to manage multiple tasks, work under pressure, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Group Financial Controller to oversee group financial reporting, consolidation, governance, regulatory compliance, and financial controls across a multinational organization. This role will partner closely with senior leadership to ensure accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and support strategic business initiatives including M&A, systems enhancements, and business transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Group Financial Reporting
• Lead the preparation of consolidated group financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable financial reporting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the preparation of annual reports, interim financial reports, and management updates.
• Ensure timely submission of financial reports to relevant regulatory bodies and stakeholders.
• Group Consolidation & Accounting
• Manage the monthly consolidation process across multiple entities.
• Prepare board reporting packs and management information for senior leadership.
• Ensure consistent application of accounting policies across the group.
• Review and advise on complex accounting matters including acquisitions, disposals, impairments, revenue recognition, and share-based payments.
• Regulatory Compliance & Corporate Governance
• Ensure compliance with listing regulations, corporate governance requirements, and disclosure obligations.
• Liaise with regulators, advisors, and relevant stakeholders on reporting and compliance matters.
• Support governance reporting and maintain adherence to internal control frameworks.
• Audit & Stakeholder Management
• Lead relationships with external auditors and manage the annual audit process.
• Coordinate audit planning, execution, and resolution of audit findings.
• Prepare and present accounting papers and financial updates to senior management, audit committees, and board members.
• Technical Accounting
• Provide technical accounting guidance across the organization.
• Assess the impact of new accounting standards and complex transactions.
• Prepare technical accounting papers and documentation for auditors and governance committees.
• Internal Controls & Risk Management
• Strengthen and maintain the group-wide internal control framework.
• Oversee financial policies, procedures, and internal audit activities.
• Ensure compliance with governance and risk management standards.
• Commercial & Strategic Support
• Partner with finance leadership to improve business performance and financial insights.
• Support strategic initiatives, business planning, investments, acquisitions, and integration activities.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, reporting processes, and operational efficiencies.
• Lead finance-related transformation and enhancement projects.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; professional accounting qualification preferred (CA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Strong experience in group financial reporting, consolidation, and technical accounting.
• Experience within listed company environments and familiarity with regulatory reporting requirements.
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance, internal controls, and audit management.
• Proven ability to manage complex accounting transactions and multinational financial operations.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and presentation skills.
• Experience supporting M&A, business transformation, and finance systems improvement initiatives is advantageous.

Key Competencies

• Group Financial Reporting & Consolidation
• Technical Accounting
• Listed Company Compliance & Governance
• External Audit Management
• Internal Controls & Risk Management
• Board & Executive Reporting
• Business Partnering & Commercial Finance
• Financial Systems & Process Improvement
• M&A and Business Integration Support
• Leadership & Stakeholder Management

Responsibilities:

• Oversee end-to-end finance operations, including financial planning, analysis, and balance sheet reconciliations.

• Collaborate with internal teams to determine funding requirements and manage cash flow in line with organizational agreements.

• Maintain rolling forecasts to support financial planning and resource allocation.

• Review and analyze budget performance (actual vs. budget) to identify potential variances.

• Source and manage competitive providers for bonds, insurance, and other financial instruments as needed.

• Prepare accurate forecasts and variance analysis to support decision-making.

• Build and maintain relationships with banks, insurance providers, corporate service providers, and regulatory bodies.

• Communicate proactively with stakeholders to provide financial insights that support business operations and strategy.

• Supervise and mentor finance team members to ensure continuous development.

• Collaborate with operational teams to ensure financial alignment across departments.

• Prepare regular management reports and support reporting requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related professional qualification.

• Meticulous with strong attention to detail.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

We regret only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All applications will be handled confidentially. By submitting your application, you agree to the collection, use, retention, and disclosure of your personal information to prospective employers.

Wecruit Pte Ltd

EA License No: 20C0270

EA Personnel: Nyon Hock Sen (Aden)

EA Personnel Reg No: R24124070

At PwC, we help clients build trust and reinvent so they can turn complexity into competitive advantage. We’re a tech-forward, people-empowered network with more than 370,000 people in 149 countries. Across audit and assurance, tax and legal, deals and consulting we help clients build, accelerate and sustain momentum. Find out more at www.pwc.com.

About the Role: 

As a Senior Associate, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers with extensive consulting and industry experience, helping our clients solve their complex business issues from strategy to execution. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Proactively assist in the management of several clients, while reporting to Managers and above 

• Train and lead staff 

• Establish effective working relationships directly with clients 

• Contribute to the development of your own and team’s technical acumen 

• Be actively involved in business development activities to help identify and research opportunities on new/existing clients  

• Continue to develop internal relationships and your PwC brand 

• Manage the day-to-day project deliverables in accordance with PwC's Global Best AML methodology. PwC's Global Best covers requirements related to suspicious transaction, know-your-customer identification program, OFAC, FATCA, currency transaction reporting, watch-list monitoring and all other laws and regulations and requirements designed to detect and prevent financial crime, money laundering, fraud and terrorism. 

• Conducts testing and review to assess Financial Crime or Third-Party Risk Management people, process and systems in adherence to policies and best practices 

• Investigates, evaluates, reports and monitors suspicious transactions 

• Identifies Financial Crime. Third Party or other risk implications connected with existing as well as new clients, products, systems, procedures, and emerging risk areas 

• Provides recommendations that assist companies comply with regulatory and reportorial requirements designed to detect and prevent / monitor financial crime, money laundering, fraud, terrorism, or third-party risks 

• Keep up to date with local and national business and economic issues and significant regulatory developments 

• Works in a multi-cultural environment 

Qualification: 

• College degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Computer Science or related field. 

• At least 3 years of experience or extensive knowledge in Compliance and/or Risk prevention, identification, management, and other processes within​ the financial services industry​ 

• Experience in handling highly confidential information with a high degree of discretion and with a focus on maintaining client privacy 

• ​​​​​Strong knowledge of AML (Anti-Money Laundering), Sanctions, Fraud, or Third-Party regulations and KYC (Know Your Customer) or KYS (Know Your Supplier) procedures,​​​​ not necessary but preferred.​​ 

• ​​​Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.​​ 

• ​​​Strong attention to detail and ability to work with large data sets.​​ 

• ​​​Ability to work independently and as part of a team.​​ 

• ​​​Professional certifications such as CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist), FRM, CFE are a plus.​​ 

• Confident and proactive attitude, with excellent communication skills. 

• Ability to think out of the box and to be assertive in offering solutions to posed problems or situations. 

• High flexibility and detail-orientation with the ability to multitask to meet constant business demands and priorities. 

• Resilient to challenges and setbacks, receptive to feedback and continued learning, enthusiastic and motivated to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment. 

• Focused on meeting delivery and quality targets. 

• Supervisory experience including control/assurance or equivalent. 

• Advance knowledge in Microsoft Excel and strong understanding quantitative modeling or use of AI / ML is preferred 

Responsibilities:

• Oversee end-to-end finance operations, including financial planning, analysis, and balance sheet reconciliations.

• Collaborate with internal teams to determine funding requirements and manage cash flow in line with organizational agreements.

• Maintain rolling forecasts to support financial planning and resource allocation.

• Review and analyze budget performance (actual vs. budget) to identify potential variances.

• Source and manage competitive providers for bonds, insurance, and other financial instruments as needed.

• Prepare accurate forecasts and variance analysis to support decision-making.

• Build and maintain relationships with banks, insurance providers, corporate service providers, and regulatory bodies.

• Communicate proactively with stakeholders to provide financial insights that support business operations and strategy.

• Supervise and mentor finance team members to ensure continuous development.

• Collaborate with operational teams to ensure financial alignment across departments.

• Prepare regular management reports and support reporting requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related professional qualification.

• Meticulous with strong attention to detail.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

We regret only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All applications will be handled confidentially. By submitting your application, you agree to the collection, use, retention, and disclosure of your personal information to prospective employers.

Wecruit Pte Ltd

EA License No: 20C0270

EA Personnel: Nyon Hock Sen (Aden)

EA Personnel Reg No: R24124070

• Assist relationship managers in handling account-related matters for non-bank financial institution clients, including but not limited to coordinating account opening applications and maintenance forms, checking document completeness, ensuring logical and compliant signature and authorization setups, and liaising with internal departments to facilitate account opening and maintenance processes.
• Support relationship managers in processing clients’ daily transactions, including but not limited to deposits, settlements, and foreign exchange.
• Assist in conducting industry research related to non-bank financial institutions.
• Support coordination with relevant industry associations and help organize various events.
• Assist in analyzing client account usage and provide recommendations for relevant marketing strategies.

Requirement:

• More than 3 years of experience in the financial industry, with good communication skills and logical thinking ability, capable of working under pressure.
• Familiar with banking-related accounts, settlement, and other business operations, with a meticulous and careful approach to work.
• Exceptionally capable candidates may be considered beyond the industry and experience limitations.
• Good communication skills in both Chinese and English, able to write reports in Chinese, so as to provide service to Chinese speaking customers and verify documents.
• Strong teamwork spirit and sense of responsibility, with good adaptability and stress resistance.
• Able to adapt to a fast-paced work environment and deliver results before deadlines.

Company Overview

Synergy is a proactive and reliable financial advisory firm focused on delivering innovative financial guidance. We empower our people through training and technology to create unique solutions that exceed client expectations and foster collective growth and trust.

Job Summary

Provide comprehensive financial planning services and advice to clients, including personal financial planning, wills and estate planning, HNWI planning, and general insurance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored financial planning services to clients requesting personal financial planning, wills and estate planning, HNWI planning, and general insurance solutions
• Communicate complex financial concepts clearly to clients to support informed decision-making and build trust
• Apply sales skills to identify client needs and recommend appropriate financial products and services
• Utilize relevant experience to assess client financial situations and develop customized advice that aligns with their goals

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in a relevant field
• Demonstrated maturity and outgoing personality to engage clients effectively
• Proven communication and sales skills to drive client acquisition and retention
• Relevant experience in financial advisory or related services

Company Overview

Synergy is a proactive and reliable financial advisory firm focused on delivering innovative financial guidance. We empower our people through training and technology to create unique solutions that exceed client expectations and foster collective growth and trust.

Job Summary

Provide comprehensive financial planning services and advice to clients, including personal financial planning, wills and estate planning, HNWI planning, and general insurance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored financial planning services to clients requesting personal financial planning, wills and estate planning, HNWI planning, and general insurance solutions
• Communicate complex financial concepts clearly to clients to support informed decision-making and build trust
• Apply sales skills to identify client needs and recommend appropriate financial products and services
• Utilize relevant experience to assess client financial situations and develop customized advice that aligns with their goals

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in a relevant field
• Demonstrated maturity and outgoing personality to engage clients effectively
• Proven communication and sales skills to drive client acquisition and retention
• Relevant experience in financial advisory or related services

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly strategic and experienced finance professional to join our team as the Group Financial Controller. This role is critical in providing support to the CFO in driving financial excellence across the organization, ensuring robust financial planning, strategic insight, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of strong financial acumen, leadership capabilities, and deep experience in financial reporting within a public company environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Leadership & Oversight

• Lead the end-to-end financial reporting process across all operating companies.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of consolidated group financial and management reports.
• Presentation of financial updates to the Audit and Risk Committee, Board of Directors, and shareholders on a periodic basis.
• Provide insightful financial analysis to guide executives in strategic decision-making.

2. Strategic Planning & Analysis

• Lead strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning processes across the Group.
• Develop and maintain financial models and business partnering aligned to organisational goals.
• Analyze KPIs to identify performance trends and strategic opportunities.
• Conduct market research and competitor benchmarking to support growth strategies.

3. Internal Controls

• Design, implement and maintain a strong control framework ensuring compliance with statutory and corporate governance requirements
• Develop and enforce policies and procedures that promote strong governance and transparency.

4. Financial Policies & Risk Management

• Develop and implement financial frameworks that support sustainable growth and profitability.
• Proactively identify and manage financial risks, including operational, market, and regulatory risks across the Group.
• Drive consistency in financial policy application across all business units.

Skills & Qualities

• Strategic thinker with a strong commercial mindset and financial insight.
• Proven leadership and team management skills across diverse teams.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Comfortable operating in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline.
• Master’s degree or professional certification (CA/CPA) strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 12 years' experience in finance, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience in public company financial reporting, with exposure to NASDAQ and/or SGX regulations.
• Track record of working closely with Boards, executive leadership, and auditors.

Responsibilities:

Manage full set of accounts including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and General Ledger (GL).

Perform monthly closing activities, including journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and account reconciliations.

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.

Handle bank reconciliation and monitor cash flow activities.

Prepare management reports and financial analysis to support business decisions.

Handle GST reporting, audit preparation, and tax-related matters.

Review invoices, payments, and expense claims for accuracy.

Maintain proper accounting records and documentation.

Liaise with auditors, tax agents, and external stakeholders when required.

Must take full responsibility for GST, CPF, IRAS tax matters, and financial year-end closing without any interruption due to personal reasons

Requirements:

Degree/Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.

Minimum 2–5 years of relevant accounting/finance experience.

Strong knowledge of full set accounting.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software/ERP systems.

Experience with Tally, ABSS, or similar systems is an advantage.

Good knowledge of GST and accounting practices.

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Able to work independently and meet reporting deadlines.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Skills:

Financial reporting

Audit support

Tax compliance

AP/AR management

Cash flow management