Chief Financial Officer

PYXIS MARITIME PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maritime company in Singapore seeks an experienced Strategic Finance Leader. This role involves acting as a strategic partner to the CEO, overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and managing investor relations. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of finance experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role, preferably with knowledge of maritime finance. Proficiency in English and Chinese is required, along with strong skills in strategic thinking and financial analysis.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of finance experience, at least 5 in senior finance leadership.
• Experience in maritime and shipping preferred.
• Proficient in both English and Chinese.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic partner to the CEO on financial performance and decision-making.
• Lead financial operations ensuring sound corporate finance management.
• Develop governance frameworks for risk management and compliance.
• Manage banking relationships and lead capital-raising initiatives.
• Oversee investor relations and communications with stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Financial analysis

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics

Professional qualification (CPA, ACCA, CFA)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Finance & Leadership

• Act as a key strategic partner to the CEO on financial performance, forecasting, risk management and strategic decision-making to drive measurable business growth
• Provide financial insights on capital allocation, ROI analysis, project and vessel profitability, and evolving maritime business models
• Drive alignment of financial and operational resources to maximize project outcomes and overall business value

Financial Operations, Planning & Reporting

• Lead financial operations to ensure accurate accounting, effective cost control and sound corporate finance management aligned with business strategy
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support data-driven decision-making
• Prepare and present monthly and quarterly financial reports and cash-flow projections to the CEO and Board
• Oversee the preparation of consolidated financial statements, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, systems, controls and data quality to support scalability and growth

Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Develop and implement governance frameworks to strengthen internal controls, compliance, and risk management within the company
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements
• Coordinate with external auditors, legal counsel, and tax advisors on audits, compliance, structuring, and cross-border transactions

Capital Management & Fundraising

• Manage banking relationships, financing facilities and capital market activities
• Lead capital-raising initiatives including equity, debt, grants and strategic financing relevant to maritime and infrastructure projects
• Partner with the CEO, investors, banks and advisors on financial modelling, due diligence, and investor materials
• Lead and support fundraising activities by preparing financial models, pitch materials, data rooms and responses to investor due diligence

Investor & Stakeholder Relations

• Manage investor relations and communications with the Board of Directors and external stakeholders
• Build and maintain strong relationships with banks, financial institutions, investment funds, auditors and advisors
• Ensure transparency, accuracy and credibility in all financial communications

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics preferred. Open to candidates with Bachelor’s degrees in other disciplines
• Professional qualification (CPA, ACCA, CFA) or equivalent are strongly preferred
• 10+ years of finance experience, with at least 5 years in senior finance leadership
• Experience in maritime and shipping preferred
• Proven track record of driving financial performance and business growth with strong financial modelling, analysis and reporting skills.
• Proficient in both English and Chinese language

Competencies

• Strong strategic thinking and business acumen, with the ability to advise on capital allocation, ROI and project profitability
• Proven leadership and ability to build, mentor and oversee finance team
• Hands-on experience in financial planning, analysis, reporting and governance frameworks
• Ability to liaise effectively with the CEO, Board, investors, banks, auditors and government agencies
• Expertise in fundraising, including preparing financial models, investor presentations, data rooms and supporting due diligence
• Familiarity with financial and ERP systems platforms to drive efficiency and data accuracy
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong understanding of Singapore financial regulations and compliance requirements