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Wenbin Yuan

Singapore

Summary

Experienced finance professional with over 15 years of expertise in financial reporting, strategic planning, and operational leadership. Proven track record in optimizing financial processes, implementing systems, and enhancing cash flow management. Currently pursuing CFA Level 1 and FMVA certifications to strengthen financial modeling, valuation, and investment analysis capabilities. Adept at leading cross-functional teams to drive organizational growth and financial compliance. Seeking senior finance roles in corporate finance or the banking sector.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Accounts Manager

Nuoer New Materials Singapore Pte Ltd
01.2024 - Current
  • Directed financial reporting processes ensuring accuracy and compliance with IFRS standards, contributing to improved financial transparency.
  • Managed budgeting and forecasting activities, delivering strategic insights that supported a 15% increase in cash flow efficiency.
  • Led the migration to a new financial reporting system, enhancing reporting speed and accuracy by 30%.
  • Integrated advanced financial modeling techniques (FMVA in progress) to optimize financial forecasts and valuation assessments.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align financial strategies with business objectives, positioning the company for a 10% increase in operational efficiency.


Key Achievements:

  • Improved inventory valuation accuracy by 15%, collaborating with logistics and sales teams to streamline inventory management processes.
  • Increased reporting accuracy and reduced the month-end closing time by 30% through system migration and process automation.

Senior Financial Analyst

Heraeus Asia Pacific Singapore Holding Pte Ltd
04.2021 - 12.2023
  • Led the financial reporting process, improving transparency and decision-making for senior management.
  • Collaborated on corporate initiatives, including ERP system implementation, streamlining financial operations across multiple countries.
  • Conducted variance analysis and provided actionable financial insights, improving budget forecasting accuracy.
  • Innovated capital expenditure review procedures, leading to better asset management.
  • Enhanced cost forecasting and budget allocation processes, resulting in 30% better operational efficiency.


Key Achievements:

  • Achieved a 90% monthly forecast accuracy rate, contributing to more reliable financial planning.
  • Increased budgeting efficiency by 30% through improved financial modeling templates and processes.
  • Led an ERP system implementation across regional offices, reducing operational costs by 15% through streamlined financial processes.

Senior Accountant

Heraeus Asia Pacific Holding Pte Ltd
12.2016 - 03.2021
  • Managed the Accounts Payables team, ensuring supplier account reconciliation and overseeing month-end closures.
  • Introduced asset tagging protocols and led initiatives to improve account payables efficiency.
  • Played a pivotal role in the implementation of ERP systems for operating companies in Thailand and Australia.
  • Contributed to Project Ava and Stanley, focusing on the carve-out and establishment of new operating companies.


Key Achievements:

  • Reduced manual accounting processes by 20% by implementing automation in account payables.
  • Completed major financial projects on time and within budget, improving operational effectiveness.
  • Improved cross-functional financial coordination, leading to a 10% improvement in efficiency for financial processes across regional offices.

Account Executive

Saipem Singapore Pte Ltd
07.2013 - 10.2016
  • Managed complex multi-branch projects, providing comprehensive accounts management and detailed cost and revenue analysis.
  • Ensured compliance with corporate policies and statutory regulations, maintaining accurate financial reporting.
  • Led the management of both domestic and international accounts payables, ensuring timely and accurate payments.


Key Achievements:

  • Delivered cost and revenue analysis for multi-branch projects, improving financial oversight and project profitability by 10%.
  • Enhanced compliance and financial reporting accuracy, resulting in improved stakeholder confidence.

Management Assistance Officer

Office of Housing Singapore Services, National University of Singapore
05.2009 - 05.2013
  • Managed account receivables, invoice payments, petty cash, purchase orders, and fixed asset tracking, ensuring financial accuracy.
  • Conducted reviews of annual fixed asset reports, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.


Key Achievements:

  • Improved financial accuracy by 20% through enhanced internal controls for fixed asset tracking and petty cash management.

Education

Master of Finance -

National University of Ireland
04.2013

BA/BA (Hons) - Business and Management

Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow, Scotland
09.2007

Skills

  • Financial Reporting: Advanced Financial Reporting (IFRS Compliance), Strategic Financial Planning
  • Financial Analysis: Financial Modeling and Valuation (FMVA in Progress), Cash Flow Optimization, Investment Analysis (CFA Level 1 in Progress)
  • Leadership: Team Leadership and Development, Strategic Business Partnering
  • Systems and Tools: ERP System Implementation (SAP, Oracle), Financial Systems (Power BI), Risk Management
  • Languages: Fluent in English and Mandarin, Proficient in Cantonese

Personal Information

Nationality: Singaporean

Certification

  • Power BI for Financial Analysts – Coursera (Completed April 2024)
  • Advanced Excel for Financial Analysis – Udemy (Completed March 2024)

Professional Development

  • Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst (FMVA) – Corporate Finance Institute (In Progress)
  • CFA Level 1 – CFA Institute (In Progress)
  • Power BI for Financial Analysts – Coursera (Completed April 2024)
  • Advanced Excel for Financial Analysis – Udemy (Completed March 2024)

Additional Information

• Last Basic Salary (monthly): $6,000
• Expected Salary: $7,000
• Date of Availability: Two months' notice

• Hobbies: Basketball, Badminton, Swimming and Tennis

Timeline

Accounts Manager

Nuoer New Materials Singapore Pte Ltd
01.2024 - Current

Senior Financial Analyst

Heraeus Asia Pacific Singapore Holding Pte Ltd
04.2021 - 12.2023

Senior Accountant

Heraeus Asia Pacific Holding Pte Ltd
12.2016 - 03.2021

Account Executive

Saipem Singapore Pte Ltd
07.2013 - 10.2016

Management Assistance Officer

Office of Housing Singapore Services, National University of Singapore
05.2009 - 05.2013

BA/BA (Hons) - Business and Management

Glasgow Caledonian University

Master of Finance -

National University of Ireland
Wenbin Yuan