Business Controller, Finance

The Kallang Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kallang Group is seeking a Business Controller to report to the CFO and drive the group’s strategic finance and growth agenda, with emphasis on M&A, investment evaluation, and financial modelling.

The successful candidate will be commercially sharp, analytically strong and able to provide clear financial recommendations while ensuring sound governance, control and compliance discipline.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting/Finance or MBA/CPA/CFA or equivalent.
• 10+ years in corporate finance, M&A, transaction advisory or related fields.
• Strong financial modelling capability with investment analysis and sensitivities.
• Ability to prepare clear management papers and Board papers.

Responsibilities

• Support the CFO in evaluating M&A opportunities and strategic investments.
• Conduct financial due diligence and develop valuation analyses and business cases.
• Prepare investment papers, management presentations and Board papers for major transactions.
• Provide financial challenge and recommendations on viability of strategic initiatives.
• Support governance matters, including reviews of approvals, delegations and risk areas.
• Coordinate with internal auditors on internal audit reviews and remediation actions.
• Manage treasury matters linked to strategic investments and major projects.
• Build organisational capability in business case development and post-investment reviews.
• Support ad hoc strategic projects and transformation initiatives as required.

Skills

Financial modelling

M&A advisory

Strategic finance

Governance & controls

Communication

Presentation

Analytical thinking

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance, MBA/CPA/CFA or equivalent

10+ years corporate finance / M&A experience

Job description

Reporting to the CFO, the Business Controller will support the Group's strategic finance and growth agenda, with a focus on M&A, investment evaluation, financial due diligence, business case development, financial modelling, performance management and governance.

The successful candidate should be commercially sharp, analytically strong and able to provide clear financial recommendations while ensuring sound governance, control and compliance discipline.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the CFO in evaluating M&A opportunities, strategic investments, joint ventures, partnerships, new business models and major commercial initiatives.
• Conduct financial due diligence on potential acquisition targets, develop and review financial models, valuation analyses, business cases, scenario analyses and sensitivity assessments to support investment and strategic decision-making.
• Prepare investment papers, management presentations and Board papers to support approval of major transactions and strategic initiatives.
• Act as a strategic finance partner to business units on major commercial decisions by providing financial challenge, investment discipline and recommendations on financial viability.
• Support finance-related governance matters, including review of approval papers, financial delegations, control gaps, risk areas and compliance with internal policies.
• Coordinate with internal auditors on internal audit reviews, management responses, remediation plans and follow-up actions.
• Manage treasury-related matters linked to strategic investments and major projects, including cash flow impact, funding requirements, banking relationships and deposit optimisation.
• Build organisational capability in business case preparation, financial modelling, investment evaluation, governance discipline, internal controls and post-investment review.
• Support ad hoc strategic projects, transformation initiatives and special assignments as required by the CFO.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Accounting/Finance, MBA/CPA/CFA or its equivalent
• At least 10 years of relevant experience in corporate finance, M&A, transaction advisory, investment evaluation, strategic finance, business controlling, governance, internal controls, compliance or commercial finance.
• Prior experience in M&A, valuation, financial due diligence, corporate development, transaction advisory, internal audit or Big 4 audit/advisory will be advantageous.
• Strong financial modelling capability, with ability to assess investment returns, deal viability, sensitivities, risks and commercial implications.
• Strong business acumen, with the ability to connect financial analysis with commercial strategy, deal execution, governance requirements and operational realities.
• Good understanding of accounting, tax, treasury, governance, controls and risk considerations in transactions and major business decisions.
• Ability to prepare clear management papers, investment papers, Board papers and presentation materials.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management and presentation skills, with confidence engaging senior management and cross-functional teams.
• Highly analytical, structured and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, fluid and dynamic environment.
• Prior experience across both public and private sectors will be an added advantage.

Key Attributes

• Commercially sharp and financially disciplined.
• Strong governance, control and compliance mindset.
• Balanced judgement between business growth, risk management and public accountability.
• Strong ownership mindset with the ability to work independently.
• Able to challenge assumptions constructively and influence stakeholders effectively.
• Strategic thinker with strong execution ability.
• High integrity, sound judgement and strong attention to detail.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The level of appointment will depend on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

For more information on The Kallang Group, refer to www.thekallang.com.sg