Total 4 job vacancies by Amethyst Asia Partners Pte. Ltd.

Our client is an international service provider that theyprovide a wide range of services such as regulatory compliance advisoryservices to their clients.  Their clientsare mainly in the financial services industry including asset management suchas hedge funds, private equity funds, venture capital, payment solutionsetc.  As the business continues to grow,they are looking for Associate / Senior Associate, Regulatory Compliance andthe position is based in Singapore.

Key responsibilities:

·      Work as a team to manage a portfolio of fundmanagement clients to provide them compliance solutions and services

·      Provide compliance advisory services such aslicense applications, compliance program support, regulatory reporting etc

·      Handle compliance assignments and ensurecompletion that meet clients’ timelines and quality standards

·      Assist in drafting and reviewing proposals andletters of engagement to clients

·      Keep abreast of the latest regulatoryrequirements and industry updates

·      Other ad-hoc compliance duties as necessary

Key requirements

·      At least 2 years of regulatory complianceexperience in consultancy firms / audit firms / regulators / buyside assetmanagement firms

·      Good understanding of asset management industry

·      Candidates from audit background with fundexposure will be considered

·      Good client servicing and communication skills

·      Motivated, meticulous, team-player

• ·      Interested parties please send yourresume to Loretta Chan at loretta@amethystasiapartners.com
• ·      Regrettably only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• ·      EA License Number: 20C0180| Registration no: R1876188 

We are seeking a structured and hands-on Finance Manager to take ownership of financial reporting, financial performance and oversight, Board of Directors’ documentation preparation and payroll processes for our Singapore entities, with additional responsibilities towards our Dubai branch. The companies provide shipping and digital services within the Torvald Klaveness Group and comprise approximately 40 employees in total.

We are looking for an experienced and confident professional who is driven by accurate, timely, and compliant execution, in line with relevant regulations and corporate principles.

You enjoy developing and improving ways of working and take pride in implementing effective and robust solutions in collaboration with others.

This is a key operational role within our organization involving broad exposure across the organization. You will lead a dedicated local team and collaborate closely with both the Finance and HR teams at the Head Office in Oslo and the accounting team in Manila. You will also engage with the local Board of Directors and maintain close interaction with auditors and relevant regulatory authorities.

You will be employed by Klaveness Asia Pte Ltd and report to the General Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

Finance & Reporting

• Monthly financial reporting for Singapore and Dubai entities, including analysis and delivery of accurate and timely figures
• Lead quarterly forecasting processes and provide structured input to HQ
• Ensure cost control and overall financial oversight
• Maintain and further develop cash management, payment procedures and banking relationships
• Manage audits, statutory reporting, and tax compliance (including GST / IRAS)
• Oversee intercompany transactions and transfer pricing compliance
• Continuously improving accounting and reporting processes in line with group standards

Board & Governance

• Prepare high-quality board materials, agendas, and minutes for currently three legal entities
• Ensure structured follow-up and implementation of board decisions and resolutions

Payroll & HR Administration

• Perform and manage payroll runs, ensuring compliance with CPF submission requirements and employee tax reporting obligations.
• Support key HR processes such as advertising, onboarding/offboarding and handle work pass administration
• Maintain employee data, HR systems, and ensure compliance with local requirements
• Maintain and update staff rules and policies in cooperation with Head office
• Coordinate insurance schemes and required statutory reporting

Qualifications

• Around 10 years of relevant and hands-on experience within finance and payroll/HR processes - audit background would be an advantage
• At least bachelor’s degree in finance/accounting 
• Solid understanding of financial reporting, accounting, compliance, and governance
• Structured, reliable, analytical and operational, with the ability to execute, prioritize, and collaborate across functions and cultures
• Strong communications skills and the ability to challenge and to manage multiple responsibilities in a dynamic environment
• International mindset and experience
• Proactive mindset with interest in improving processes and leveraging technology and AI

Why join us

We offer a central role in the Singapore organization of an international shipping and maritime service company with an ambition to improve the nature of shipping.

As a trusted support to the General Manager and leadership team, with close links to Head Office, you will play a key role in ensuring structure, quality and financial discipline while driving the continued development and strengthening of the finance function.

You will be part of a highly skilled, diverse, and supportive work environment that encourages long-term professional and personal growth, and your workday will involve close collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders both locally and internationally.

Apply

If this sounds like a great opportunity to you, please submit your CV and application letter as soon as possible to Amethyst Asia Partners (EA License Number: 20C0180| Registration no: R1767553) with attention Kaili Wang kaili@amethystasiapartners.com with the subject line “Finance Manager Klaveness Asia”.

Our client is an established fund services with a strongtrack record in the region.  Theirclients are mainly alternative funds such as private equity, venture capital,private credit funds etc, and they provide a range of services such as fundaccounting, compliance, portfolio monitoring services to them.   As the business continues to grow, they arelooking for a Director/ Senior Director and the role is based in Singapore.

Key responsibilities

·      Develop and execute the overall business strategyfor the Southeast Asia business

·      Review the existing business to identify areas ofimprovement, how to drive revenue growth and profitability

·      Understand the market landscape to examine anddrive market expansion

·      Oversee the fund administration delivery to ensurehigh quality and client service

·      Work with different offices to identify businessopportunities and lead client acquisitions initiatives

·      Work with different offices to provide strategicfund accounting solutions to clients

·      Lead, mentor and develop high performance localteams

·      Work with the senior management on strategicplanning and execution of the business

·      Lead continuous improvement initiatives such as operationalefficiency, process optimisation etc

·      Attend industry conferences and events to keeptrack on the market and promote the firm’s branding

·      Other ad-hoc business initiatives when required

Key requirements

·      At least 15 years of Private Equity FundAccounting experience

·      Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or otheraccounting qualification

·      Strong technical knowledge in private equity, venturecapital fund accounting / fund administration

·      Proven track record in team management andleadership skills

·      Strategic thinker with good commercial acumen

·      Strong understanding of market trends and industryinsights particularly in Southeast Asia markets

·      Strong communication and relationship managementskills

·      Motivated, positive, growth-oriented

Interestedparties please send your resume to Loretta Chan atloretta@amethystasiapartners.com

Regrettablyonly shortlisted candidates will be contacted

EALicense Number: 20C0180| Registration no: R1876188 

Our client is a boutique asset management firm that specializes in credit and special situations investment. As the business continues to grow, they are looking for a Finance Manager, the role will work from home and the role is based in Singapore.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and oversee fund finance and corporate accounting for the firm

• Liaise with fund administrators to prepare and review fund accounting reports, capital accounts such as capital calls/distribution notice, investor reports etc

• Monitor cashflow such as payments, reimbursement, invoices etc

• Maintain and update of investment and expense documents and schedules

• Prepare and review financial and management reporting, manage month-end closing and consolidation of management accounts

• Liaise with auditors, tax advisors to perform audit, tax and regulatory filings

• Maintain bank and custodian accounts and review banking transactions

• Work with the senior management in budgeting and financial forecasting

• Liaise with corporate secretary providers on board resolutions and meetings

• Assist in investor onboarding, KYC etc

• Other ad-hoc finance and operations tasks when necessary

Key requirements

• At least 10 years of fund accounting and corporate accounting experience preferably in private equity/venture capital funds

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or other accounting qualifications

• Adaptability to work in a small team environment, the role will be mainly work from home

• Independent and organized that can manage the finance function properly

• Motivated and reliable that can provide a good support to the senior management

• Good communications and analytical skills

Interested parties please send your resume to Loretta Chan at loretta@amethystasiapartners.com

Regrettably only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

EA License Number: 20C0180| Registration no: R1876188 |