Financial Controller

Job Title: Financial Controller

Location: Singapore

Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Financial Controller to lead and oversee the finance function for a business in Singapore. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, robust internal controls, statutory compliance, and strong financial governance. The Financial Controller will partner with cross-functional leaders to drive process improvements, support forecasting and budgeting, and ensure timely month-end and year-end closings.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership experience in controlling/financial management, a proven record of managing statutory and audit processes, and deep knowledge of accounting standards and internal control frameworks in a corporate environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Close Management:
  Own and manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.

• Management Reporting:
  Prepare and present financial statements and management reports, including analysis of variances vs budget/forecast.

• Statutory Compliance & Tax:
  Ensure compliance with local statutory requirements, including audit readiness, GST/VAT where applicable, corporate tax filings, and regulatory reporting.

• Internal Controls & Governance:
  Establish, maintain, and enhance internal controls; ensure finance policies and procedures are followed and documented.

• Audit & External Stakeholders:
  Manage external audit activities and serve as key liaison with auditors, tax agents, and other external parties.

• Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning Support:
  Drive or support annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes; provide financial insights to leadership.

• Cash Flow & Working Capital Oversight:
  Monitor cash flow, working capital performance, and related risks; partner to improve collections and reduce friction in payables where appropriate.

• Process Improvement & Automation:
  Identify opportunities to improve finance processes (e.g., standardisation, automation, workflow efficiency) to enhance accuracy and timeliness.

• Team Leadership & Talent Development:
  Lead, develop, and manage the finance team; ensure capability and ownership across key finance activities.

Qualifications

• Experience:
  Typically 8–12 years of progressive finance experience, including controlling/financial control responsibilities, with at least 3+ years in a management/lead role.

• Accounting & Technical Expertise:
  Strong knowledge of accounting standards and financial reporting requirements applicable to Singapore (and ideally regional exposure).

• Audit & Compliance Leadership:
  Demonstrated experience managing external audits, statutory reporting, and finance compliance frameworks.

• Controls Mindset:
  Proven ability to design and strengthen internal controls and governance routines.

• Analytical & Business Partnering Skills:
  Strong analytical skills, ability to interpret financial performance, and provide actionable recommendations.

• Systems & Tools:
  Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems and advanced Excel; familiarity with reporting tools is a plus.

• Communication:
  Strong communication skills in English; ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders.

• Professional Qualification:
  CPA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent preferred.

Why Join This Organization?

This role offers an opportunity to lead finance governance and strengthen financial controls in a dynamic environment in Singapore. If you are a decisive, detail-oriented finance leader who takes ownership of close, reporting, and compliance—and enjoys partnering with business leaders to drive performance—you are encouraged to apply.