Assistant Finance Manager

About Carro

Carro has carved out a reputation as Southeast Asia's largest online automotive marketplace. This tech unicorn is a people-centric business with over 4,000 employees in 7 countries who speak 9 languages. Working here, you'll be part of a diverse, inclusive team that drives innovation and change, and find a place that supports your growth and development. Visit us at

Why work with Carro?

• Join the region's largest online automotive marketplace with offices in 7 countries.
• Firsthand experience in reshaping the automotive industry using the latest technologies such as AI and machine learning
• Formal and informal learning and development programmes to support your growth and career progression.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, insurance, and wellbeing.
• Flexible working arrangements upon request.
• Learn from some of the most experienced mentors in the technology and automotive space.
• Meet and interact with colleagues from all around Asia.
• Pursue opportunities to work in departments in other countries and regions.
• Diverse and inclusive working environment with modern workspaces.
• Fun and engaging employee events, initiatives, and celebrations.

The Assistant Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing day-to-day finance operations, ensuring the accuracy of financial records, and supporting the Finance Manager in driving strong financial governance across the business. This role plays a key part in financial reporting, process improvement, internal controls, cash flow management, and cross-functional collaboration to enable effective business decision-making.

About your role

Financial Operations & Reporting

• Oversee daily financial transactions, including verification, classification, posting, and reconciliation of payments and collections.
• Ensure timely and accurate recording of disbursements and collections in all systems and working schedules.
• Review and maintain up-to-date General Ledger (GL) entries, journal postings, and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Monitor and review Fixed Assets Register; ensure timely capitalization, disposals, and monthly depreciation.
• Support the month-end and year-end closing activities to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

Accounts Payable & Receivable Management

• Review vendor invoices, dealer payments, and claims for validity and compliance before processing.
• Oversee timely preparation and execution of payment runs according to schedule.
• Ensure accurate verification and posting of collections, loan disbursements, and related transactions.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management

• Monitor daily cash flow movements, bank balances, and fund transfers.
• Assist in cash flow planning to ensure adequate liquidity for operational and financial commitments.
• Highlight potential cash flow risks and propose appropriate solutions.

Internal Controls & Process Improvements

• Strengthen internal controls by reviewing and improving finance processes for efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Ensure proper documentation, filing, and bookkeeping aligned with audit and regulatory requirements.
• Drive automation and workflow enhancements where possible.

Stakeholder Management & Collaboration

• Work closely with internal departments to gather financial information, address queries, and provide financial insights.
• Collaborate with the senior accounting team to ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.
• Support external parties, including auditors, tax agents, company secretaries, and financial institutions.

Leadership & Team Support

• Provide guidance, training, and support to junior finance team members.
• Step in to lead operational tasks in the absence of the Finance Manager.
• Foster a productive and collaborative work culture within the finance team.

Ad-Hoc Duties

• Perform any other duties or analysis as assigned by the Finance Manager or management.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant finance/accounting experience, preferably with supervisory or lead responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and audit requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; experience with accounting systems is an added advantage.
• Meticulous, responsible, and able to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive, independent, and able to work well in a team environment.

Founded in 2015, Carro is Southeast Asia's largest online used car marketplace. By offering a trustworthy and transparent experience, Carro transforms the traditional way of buying and selling cars through proprietary pricing algorithms, AI-enabled capabilities, and innovative technological solutions.

Carro holds a strong presence in key markets across the Asia Pacific, including Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand, and has recently expanded its reach to Japan and Taiwan. Headquartered in Singapore, the unicorn startup is supported by more than 4,500 employees across Asia-Pacific and has raised over US$1B in debt and equity from Temasek, Softbank Vision Fund, and several other sovereign funds. For more information, please