Executive, Finance

Role summary

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The Executive, Finance role typically supports daily finance operations, including invoice processing, accounts payable or receivable, reconciliations, payment administration, reporting, and maintaining accurate financial records. Candidates are generally expected to hold a diploma or degree in accounting, finance, or a related discipline, with relevant experience in an accounting environment. Familiarity with accounting systems, Microsoft Excel, Singapore financial practices, and basic financial controls is useful. The role requires accuracy, numerical confidence, good organisation, and the ability to meet deadlines. SATS would also expect clear communication, integrity, a service-oriented attitude, and the ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with internal departments and external vendors.

About the employer

SATS Ltd is a Singapore-based provider of aviation, food solutions, and international gateway services. The company supports airlines, airports, food manufacturers, hospitality businesses, and other customers across Asia and selected global markets. Its activities include ground handling, cargo services, passenger services, inflight catering, food manufacturing, logistics, and related airport operations. SATS is headquartered in Singapore and operates through a broad network of facilities and subsidiaries, serving major aviation and food-industry partners. The organisation employs people in operational, technical, commercial, corporate, and support functions, including finance. Working at SATS can provide exposure to a large, multicultural business environment connected to international travel and supply chains. Employees are generally expected to demonstrate teamwork, reliability, safety awareness, customer focus, and professional discipline, particularly because many of the company’s services support time-sensitive airport and food operations.

Working in Singapore

Singapore is a compact, well-connected island city with opportunities in aviation, logistics, finance, technology, hospitality, healthcare, and professional services. Its multicultural society blends Chinese, Malay, Indian, and international influences, with English widely used at work and in daily life. The lifestyle is convenient and generally safe, offering efficient public transport, modern housing, shopping centres, parks, beaches, and diverse food. Living costs can be high, especially rent, although public transport and local dining are relatively affordable. Foreign professionals usually need an employer-sponsored work pass. The Employment Pass is commonly used for qualifying professionals and managers, while the S Pass supports eligible mid-skilled roles, subject to salary and quota requirements. Employers normally manage the application process through Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower. Before relocating, candidates should compare salary with rental costs, check pass eligibility, arrange accommodation, and understand healthcare, tax, and employment conditions. Singapore’s humid tropical climate makes lightweight clothing and rain protection useful year-round.