Yew Siang Lee
Singapore
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with over 15 years of managerial/supervisory experience in public health, government sectors and multi-national corporation. Seeking to leverage expertise in operations management, stakeholder coordination, and strategic planning to contribute effectively as a Manager. Committed to driving operational excellence and achieving organizational goals through innovative solutions and leadership.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Ambassador
Healthier SG, Ministry of Health
07.2023 - Current
- Established and maintained enrolment stations, enhancing accessibility and enrolment rates for Healthier SG
- Ensured compliance with MOH policies and directives, resolving public inquiries and issues effectively
- Managed onsite enrolment centre operations, coordinating with various stakeholders and overseeing scheduling and logistics
- Executed various enrolment methods implemented by HQ, including face-to-face interactions, mobile teams, ad-hoc events, Active-Aging Centres and roadshows, to reach diverse community segments
- Provided critical HSG support to various Community Clubs due to manpower shortages, ensuring seamless operations and community engagement.
Manager (Case Management Task Group)
Ministry of Health
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Managed account access across multiple systems for various Task Groups, ensuring streamlined operations and data security
- Prepared and presented account access management reports and facilitated communication between various task groups during meeting
- Collaborated with stakeholders to optimize system access and reduce dormant accounts during operational transitions
- Developed standard operating procedures (SOPs) for account management, ensuring continuity and efficiency
- Conducted training and knowledge transfer sessions, preparing team members for operational handover.
Manager (Case Management Task Group)
Ministry of Health
07.2021 - 12.2022
- Coordinated data requirements for COVID-19 operations, optimizing workflows and resource allocation
- Generated timely data reports essential for operational decision-making, contributing to effective case management
- Collaborated closely with key agencies to ensure data accuracy and operational efficiency during crisis management
- Managed ad-hoc operational tasks and facilitated team training to enhance departmental capabilities.
Safe Distancing Ambassador (SDA, Mall IC)
Enterprise Singapore
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Leadership and Team Management: Led and guided a team of 19 SDAs to enforce Safe Management Measures effectively
- Compliance and Advisory: Identified and addressed non-compliance issues, issued advisories, and managed crowd control during high footfall periods
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Worked closely with mall management, business operators, and external agencies like Smart Nation Singapore to ensure regulatory compliance
- Crisis Management: Handled escalated situations including filing reports on non-compliance and managing altercations with the public
- Special Operations: Participated in monitoring late-night activities and demographic trends to enforce regulations effectively
- Project Coordination: Assisted in the implementation of Smart Nation initiatives (Eg, Tracetogether Safe Entry, Safe Entry GateWay) and supported manpower planning during peak periods like Christmas season and Chinese New Year.
Establishment Interviewer
Ministry of Manpower
08.2018 - 04.2019
- Managed quarterly surveys of establishments/companies, adhering to strict timelines to ensure accurate and timely data collection
- Authenticated data from multiple teams to ensure the reliability and consistency of survey results.
Finance Manager
Inchcape (Singapore) Pte Ltd
08.2015 - 03.2016
- Managed Accounts Payable Shared Accounting Services and AP Intercompany transactions for three entities: Borneo Motors Singapore Pte Ltd (Toyota/Lexus/Hino), Champion Motors Singapore Pte Ltd (Suzuki), and Inchcape Management Services Pte Ltd
- Supervised a team of 7 Accounts Payable staff, providing guidance, allocating duties, ensured adherence to accounts closing deadlines and reviewed staff performance
- Resolved outstanding AP issues
- Implemented improvements in AP processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy
- Oversaw Vendor Master Maintenance to ensure accuracy and integrity of vendor data
- Reviewed monthly AP aging, P&L and Balance Sheet schedules
- Reviewed quarterly GST reconciliation before submission
- Provided weekly and monthly payment forecasts to Treasury
- Compiled schedules for Corporate Reporting (Eg., Long-Term Commitments)
- Collaborated with IT in user acceptance testing during the Autoline system upgrade
- Evaluated internal control processes for effectiveness
- Managed staff access rights to ensure proper segregation of duties
- Liaised with Internal/External stakeholders (Eg., auditors) on AP matters.
Finance Manager
STMicroelectronics Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
05.2010 - 11.2014
- Managed Accounts Payable Shared Services and Intercompany transactions for STMicroelectronics Pte Ltd, STMicroelectronics Asia Pacific Pte Ltd, and STEricsson Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
- Established and managed the Accounts Payable Shared Service Centre (APSSC) in Malaysia, implementing KPIs for effective monitoring from July 2012 onwards
- Assisted in setting up Accounts Payable systems for STMicroelectronics offices in Jakarta, Bangkok, and Australia within the SAP system
- Reviewed and updated Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for AP SSC support across various entities and sites
- Led a team of 5 Accounts Payables staff and 1 Intercompany staff, ensuring efficient operations and policy adherence
- Collaborated with vendors, purchasing, and receiving departments to resolve AP issues promptly
- Managed E-POs and ensured timely clearance of Goods Receipt Notes (GRNs) backlogs
- Monitored aging on Service Invoice Approval (SIA), Invoices without GRN, AP aging, vendors' reconciliation, GST reconciliation, and ensured timely clearing of accruals and prepayments
- Managed accounts closing deadlines and reviewed staff performance
- Approved new vendors and ensured compliance with SOPs and international tax practices
- Oversaw month-end closing processes and maintained vendor master data for 25 Asia Pacific sites
- Reviewed and improved AP processes to enhance efficiency
- Implemented effective internal control processes and validated SAP access rights
- Managed Delegation of Authority in Accounts Payable to support financial control and operational flexibility
- Collaborated with SAP consultants on system enhancements
- Ensured compliance with auditing standards such as the GST Assisted Compliance Assurance Programme (ACAP) and Major Exporter Scheme
- Provided monthly forecasts for purchases and payments across various categories
- Prepared schedules for Corporate Reporting and liaised with auditors on AP matters.
Senior Accountant
Weatherford Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
05.2009 - 04.2010
- Managed intercompany operations for 6 entities within Weatherford and related companies
- Supervised a team of 5 staff in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
- Ensured accuracy in invoice processing, expense allocation, and documentation
- Conducted month-end accruals, reconciliations, and financial reporting
- Maintained compliance with financial policies and SOX regulations
- Facilitated communication with auditors and corporate stakeholders on all matters above.
Accountant
Delphi Automotive Systems Singapore Pte Ltd
09.2004 - 04.2009
- SAP Power User for Accounts Payable, ensuring efficient system utilization
- Managed Accounts Payable for Delphi Automotive Systems (DAS) with a team of 10, supporting Delphi HQ and Delphi Packard Trading
- Implemented Kaizen Lean processes and Delphi Problem Solving skills in AP finance operations, driving efficiency improvements company-wide
- Resolved SAP 2-Way match issues with vendors, purchasing and receiving departments
- Achieved significant material cost savings through Excel data matching
- Conducted audit checks on monthly payments totaling $22m-$28m using Excel matching
- Oversaw month-end closing, regional reporting, and corporate reporting requirements
- Monitored cash forecasts, AR/AP aging, GL reconciliations, and GST/MES reporting for accuracy
- Managed staff performance, effective internal control processes, segregation of duties between staff and SAP access rights, and SAP system enhancements
- Coordinated with auditors, SAP consultants, banks, and other stakeholders on operational matters
- Ensured compliance with SOX, GST/MES audits, and legal requirements, maintaining financial integrity
- Collaborated internationally to optimize Global Vendor Master Management processes.
Contract Assignment
Linkton Building Materials Pte Ltd
08.2002 - 03.2003
- Implemented MYOB Accounting Software to streamline financial processes for Linkton Building Material and 2 related entities
- Managed full sets of accounts for the 3 entities, identified areas for improvement and provided recommendations to optimize efficiency
- Prepared financial and management reports for directors and auditors, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
Finance Executive
DTZ Debenham Tie Leung (SEA) Pte Ltd
08.1996 - 07.2002
- Maintained full sets of accounts for 6 subsidiaries
- Successfully led the system conversion of Property Management Accounts from Accpac Accounting to FACT Accounting Software
- Setup & Maintained FACT Accounting Systems for 3 Overseas Offices (Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia), ensuring compliance with local regulations, and setup accounting systems for States Properties (Land Office) in Singapore
- Analyzed and supervised financial/management reports for States Properties, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures, and investigated discrepancies
- Managed fixed assets for the Head Office and subsidiaries using Easy Assets III
- Assisted in the E-stamping and auctions for clients' properties, cars, and machineries
- Prepared comprehensive financial and management reports for Directors' Meetings
- Liaised with stakeholders (banks, external auditors, tax departments, local and overseas offices, etc) on matters related to subsidiaries and overseas offices.
Accounts Assistant
Jardine Freight Services
01.1995 - 07.1996
- Managed full spectrum of accounts, cashflow forecasting, job costing analysis, financial and management reporting for Accountant and Financial Controller
- Led system implementation and transition from Saileasy to Accpac software, ensuring smooth integration and enhanced operational efficiency.
Accounts cum Admin Assistant
Adscreen Services
07.1994 - 12.1994
- General accounting and administrative jobs.
Education
Master of Accounting -
Curtin University of Technology
Bachelor of Business in Business Administration -
RMIT
Skills
- Operations Management
- Stakeholder Coordination
- Strategic Planning
- Team Leadership & Development
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Policy Implementation
- Crisis Management
- Account Access Management
- Financial Monitoring & Reporting
- Vendor & Intercompany Management
- Team Supervision
- SOX Compliance
- Financial Policy Adherence
- Systems Conversion & Enhancement
- SAP Power User
- Shared Service Centre Management
- Internal Controls & Stakeholder Management
- Process Improvement
- Problem Solving
Timeline
Ambassador
Healthier SG, Ministry of Health
07.2023 - Current
Manager (Case Management Task Group)
Ministry of Health
01.2023 - 06.2023
Manager (Case Management Task Group)
Ministry of Health
07.2021 - 12.2022
Safe Distancing Ambassador (SDA, Mall IC)
Enterprise Singapore
06.2020 - 06.2021
Establishment Interviewer
Ministry of Manpower
08.2018 - 04.2019
Finance Manager
Inchcape (Singapore) Pte Ltd
08.2015 - 03.2016
Finance Manager
STMicroelectronics Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
05.2010 - 11.2014
Senior Accountant
Weatherford Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
05.2009 - 04.2010
Accountant
Delphi Automotive Systems Singapore Pte Ltd
09.2004 - 04.2009
Contract Assignment
Linkton Building Materials Pte Ltd
08.2002 - 03.2003
Finance Executive
DTZ Debenham Tie Leung (SEA) Pte Ltd
08.1996 - 07.2002
Accounts Assistant
Jardine Freight Services
01.1995 - 07.1996
Accounts cum Admin Assistant
Adscreen Services
07.1994 - 12.1994
Master of Accounting -
Curtin University of Technology
Bachelor of Business in Business Administration -
RMIT
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