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Iris Tan

Iris Tan

Singapore

Summary

Resourceful operations leader with solid experience in leadership roles. Adept at leading employees, implementing strategic business plans, driving growth and improving operations.


Skilled in financial management and stakeholder relations. Collaborative and dedicated to building and leading talented and motivated individuals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Operations Officer

Connectic Integrated Pte Ltd
05.2023 - Current
  • Championed a culture of continuous improvement, fostering collaboration between departments for optimal operational results.
  • Represented organization at external meetings and events to promote and build strong partnerships with external stakeholders to enhance corporate reputation.
  • Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
  • Monitored operational workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
  • Managed crisis response to minimize potential negative impacts on company.
  • Led change and transformation across business areas to deliver benefits and align company resources.
  • Cultivated a strong organizational culture built on integrity, accountability and teamwork which resulted in higher retention rates among staff.


Managing Director

Likok Logistics Pte Ltd
03.2020 - 05.2023
  • Strengthened client relationships with regular communication, timely project delivery, and high-quality services.
  • Increased overall company performance by implementing strategic management initiatives and streamlining operations.
  • Oversaw complex negotiations with customers and vendors for favorable contract terms that led to prime pricing and cost savings.
  • Delivered consistent revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and expanding service offerings.
  • Directed large-scale projects from inception to completion on time/budget with strict adherence to quality standards.
  • Expanded market presence through successful negotiation of key partnerships and acquisitions.
  • Spearheaded corporate reorganization efforts, realigning internal resources to better support growth objectives.


Independent Non-Executive Director

Khoon Group Limited
06.2019 - 05.2021
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by staying abreast of industry developments and legislative changes.
  • Assisted in the development of a comprehensive risk management framework to protect company interests.
  • Aided in crisis management (Covid-19) situations by providing informed guidance during turbulent times.
  • Contributed to financial oversight by reviewing budgets, financial reports, and ensuring fiscal responsibility.
  • Participated in audit committee processes to ensure financial integrity throughout all levels of the organization.


Group Finance Director

Likok Group of Companies
06.2008 - 02.2020
  • Lead the Group of Companies' Finance & Accounts Department and optimize the company's financial performance and strategic position through thorough analysis of company expenditures and revenues.
  • Ensure that financial systems are compliant and that the regulatory requirements of all statutory bodies are met.
  • Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
  • Present financial reports and business growth plans to investors
  • Established strong relationships with banking partners to facilitate access to essential funding channels.
  • Led successful negotiations on financing terms, resulting in lower interest rates and improved cash flow for the organization.
  • Managed company cash flow by monitoring daily transactions and optimizing working capital to support current and future growth.
  • Other corporate finance responsibilities include manage company policies, capital requirements, debt, equity, disposals and acquisitions of assets.


Finance and Administration Manager

Likok Group of Companies
02.2002 - 05.2008
  • Monitor the day-to-day financial operations within the company, such as payroll, invoicing, credit control and other transactions
  • Track the company's financial status and performance to identify areas for potential improvement.
  • Review financial data and prepare monthly and annual reports
  • Successfully managed multiple audits, ensuring accurate financial information was presented to external parties without discrepancies or delays.
  • In charge of corporate communications including liaison with government bodies
  • Oversees export sales, cross trades and shipment deliveries
  • Manage personnel and staff welfares
  • Report to Finance Director

Education

Professional Certificate - Enterprise Leadership Transformation

Singapore Management University
Singapore
07.2022

CPA Program -

CPA Australia
08.2011

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Business Management

University of Tasmania
Australia
11.2005

Skills

  • Operations Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Crisis Management
  • Planning and execution
  • Operations Oversight
  • Business Development
  • Partnership Development
  • Financial reporting and analysis

Accomplishments


  • In 2022, serving as the Managing Director of my company, I successfully lead my employees out of the Covid-19 Pandemic with Zero job losses. Our revenue in 2022 grew by 45% from pre-pandemic year 2019 with positive Net Profit Margin.


  • From 2019 to 2021, I served as the Chairlady of the Audit Committee of Khoon Group Limited. I am responsible of leading the audit committee in all aspect of its work.


  • In 2014, I was invited to be a speaker and panelist at the Inaugural CAIA-SKBI Cryptocurrency Conference at the Singapore Management University, a joint event by the Sim Kee Boon Institute for Financial Economics (SKBI) and Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst Association (CAIA). I spoke on the topic of Implications on Accounting for Digital Currency.


  • In 2011, I was invited to speak at the BIR World Recycling Convention & Exhibition 2011, Singapore, on the topic "Singapore - Meeting ASEAN Fibre Demand". Bureau of International Recycling (BIR) was founded in 1948, was the first federation to support the interests of the recycling industry on an international scale. BIR has over 760 member companies from the private sector and 36 national associations in more than 70 countries.


  • In 2009, I headed the educational project for NUS Business School (National University of Singapore). Where Business students got a chance to work with and learn from successful small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). I was Mentor to a group of 3 Final Year students of the NUS Business School for a year.


Timeline

Chief Operations Officer

Connectic Integrated Pte Ltd
05.2023 - Current

Managing Director

Likok Logistics Pte Ltd
03.2020 - 05.2023

Independent Non-Executive Director

Khoon Group Limited
06.2019 - 05.2021

Group Finance Director

Likok Group of Companies
06.2008 - 02.2020

Finance and Administration Manager

Likok Group of Companies
02.2002 - 05.2008

Professional Certificate - Enterprise Leadership Transformation

Singapore Management University

CPA Program -

CPA Australia

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Business Management

University of Tasmania
Iris Tan