Chew Bey San
Summary
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Apex Funds Services (Singapore) Pte Ltd
09.2022 - Current
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Manager
Haitong International Securities Group (Singapore) Pte Ltd
12.2020 - 08.2022
- Took charge of two largest entities on daily transactions and internal reporting - Responsible for external regulatory reporting - Liaison point for external auditors - Process optimization catering to the needs of work processes
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
Head of Finance
Habasit Far East Pte Ltd
12.2017 - 12.2020
- Guided and oversaw finance team, ensuring things were on right track and timely delivery of both internal and external reporting - In-charged of budgeting and forecasting - Performed analysis on financial results against forecast - Liaison with affiliated companies on inter-company transactions - Oversaw cash flow and led credit review exercise on customers - Developed, analyzed and managed ad-hoc management reporting needs within the company - Worked with Country Managers on business expansion projects and Acquisition in SEA countries - Successfully reduced overdue receivables from 51.4% to 2% of AR - Improvement on work processes - Worked closely with other departments to resolve issues and produced accurate and timely financial data and reports - Led development and implementing of Standard Operating Procedure to ensure effectiveness and efficiencies - Improved supplier and customer assessment on credentials and capabilities, and credibility - Setting up system on online banking to heighten control of transactions and expedite payment function - Liaison with system specialist on system enhancement to reinforce critical control point
- Enhanced internal control systems and procedures to mitigate risk and support opportunities.
- Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health.
- Generated financial and operational reports to assist management with business strategy.
- Managed day-to-day operations within [Number]-person finance department for [Type] organization.
- Analyzed financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis.
- Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.
- Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
- Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
- Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting.
- Implemented and regularly reviewed financial controls to generate accurate and reliable financial data.
- Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
- Collaborated with C-level executives and stakeholders to develop long-term financial plans.
Senior Finance Executive
Phillip Futures Pte Ltd
09.2008 - 12.2012
- Handled Financial Reporting and external auditors - In-charge of monthly Management Accounts, financial analysis and risk management report for business units and corporate finance - Developed, analysed and managed ad hoc management reporting needs within the company or for outside agencies - Ensure timely delivery on regulatory return (e.g.: Risk Based Capital, Form X, GST, etc.) to relevant authorities such as MAS, Exchange, IRAS etc. - Operation scope - Trained and equipped junior staff on necessary skills needed for their work - Supervised and reviewed on reconciliations, journals and other daily works to ensure accuracy - Investigated unusual transactions and fluctuations and determine appropriate action if necessary - In-charge of internal risk control analysis : Operational Risk Control Self-Assessment (ORCSA) ensuring effectiveness, compliance and control in place in daily work flow - Assisted on updating Operation Compliance Manual to ensure changes made on work processes, issues and concerns were documented - Assisted in coordinating internal and external auditing to ensure smooth flow of reviewing - Treasury Management - Handled settlement and confirmation of treasury trades on consistent basis to maximize shareholders' wealth - Managed more than 20 different currencies to reduce company exposure and proceed with hedging when necessary - Liaised with bankers for all related inquiries and businesses such as new account opening, verification of Banker's Guarantee, etc. - Maintained good relationship with at least 6 off-shore and local banks - Improvement Projects - Liaised with Business Analysts to enhance process efficiency on clients' withdrawal of excess equity - Assisted on enhancement project done on forex trading system: FXInvest for monitoring of foreign currency exposure - Coordinated on the implementation of uploading of journal entries to heighten ledger control - Provided support to streamline anti-money laundering (AML) reviews on in-house system to increase efficiency and control
- Evaluated and negotiated contracts to procure favorable financial terms.
- Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
- Implemented and regularly reviewed financial controls to generate accurate and reliable financial data.
- Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
- Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Complied with established internal controls and policies.
- Enhanced internal control systems and procedures to mitigate risk and support opportunities.
- Partnered with IT and operational leadership to develop financial business plans with detailed benchmarks.
- Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
- Maintained responsive organization with sustained revenue growth through industry forecast monitoring and deliberate financial planning.
- Analyzed financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis.
- Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health.
- Communicated with clients concerning outstanding payments and arranged for rectification.
Education
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Accounting And Finance -
University of Bradford, UK
01.2011
Skills
- Financial Management
- Contract Management
- Business Administration
- Business Development
- Staff Development
- Operations Management
- Team Leadership
- Strategic Planning
Value To Organization
Fluent in English, Mandarin and Cantonese. Well versed in Oracle, Navision, Hyperion, SQL database, JetReport, MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Independent and attentive to details on tasks at hand.
Personal Information
Nationality: Singaporean
Timeline
Manager
Apex Funds Services (Singapore) Pte Ltd
09.2022 - Current
Manager
Haitong International Securities Group (Singapore) Pte Ltd
12.2020 - 08.2022
Head of Finance
Habasit Far East Pte Ltd
12.2017 - 12.2020
Senior Finance Executive
Phillip Futures Pte Ltd
09.2008 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Accounting And Finance -
University of Bradford, UK
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