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VP, COO & Business Management, Finance

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Business Function

Group Finance aims to deliver world-class standards in reporting, financial planning and finance processes. We provide insights and analyses that help the bank make sound business decisions – whether in the areas of product development or customer profitability. We also provide capital management, business planning, forecasting, and tax and accounting advisory services.

Responsibilities

Business Management & Performance

  • Drive Finance business planning, performance management and organisational effectiveness initiatives.
  • Lead the coordination of Finance planning, forecasting, performance management and management reporting activities.
  • Analyse financial, operational and business information to identify emerging trends, risks and opportunities.
  • Translate complex information into actionable insights and recommendations to support management decision-making and resource prioritisation.

Transformation, Governance & Execution

  • Drive the execution of Finance transformation priorities.
  • Establish governance, performance tracking and execution disciplines to enable effective delivery of key Finance initiatives.
  • Lead complex cross-functional initiatives involving Finance, Business, Risk, Technology and Operations to achieve targeted business outcomes.
  • Drive process simplification, automation, GenAI adoption and productivity enhancement initiatives to improve operational effectiveness.
  • Provide executive oversight of program milestones, interdependencies, risks and outcomes to ensure successful delivery.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communications

  • Build trusted partnerships across Finance and key stakeholder groups to facilitate alignment, decision-making and execution.
  • Develop executive-quality presentations, management papers and decision-support materials for senior leadership forums.
  • Represent Finance in cross-functional forums and enterprise initiatives, providing thought leadership and ensuring alignment on key priorities.
  • Influence stakeholders and drive outcomes through structured problem-solving, effective communication and disciplined execution.

Requirement

  • Bachelor's degree in Banking & Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related discipline preferred.
  • Professional qualifications (e.g. CPA, CA, ACA) are advantageous
  • 8-12 years of experience in Finance COO, business management, strategic planning, finance transformation, corporate planning, management consulting, FP&A or related functions.
  • Experience in banking, financial services or a regulated industry is preferred.
  • Demonstrated track record in leading complex cross-functional initiatives and delivering outcomes through influence and stakeholder management.
  • Experience partnering senior management and contributing to executive decision-making forums is advantageous.
  • Strong commercial, strategic and analytical mindset with the ability to translate complex issues into actionable outcomes.
  • Proven ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments, manage competing priorities and drive execution in a dynamic environment.
  • Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills with a proven ability to build alignment across functions and organisational levels.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to develop clear and compelling executive-level materials.
  • Structured problem solver with sound judgement, intellectual curiosity and a continuous improvement mindset.
  • Experience in digital transformation, automation, process improvement or GenAI-enabled initiatives is advantageous.

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We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and the professional advantages of a dynamic environment that supports your development and recognises your achievements.

We regret only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Location:

One Island East

Job:

Finance

Schedule:

Regular

Employee Status:

Full time

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