Chief Financial Officer (CFO) (SGX Listed Engineering Conglomerates)

BuildBridge Partners; Singapore; On-site; SGD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable financial organization in Singapore is looking for a Group CFO to lead its finance function and act as a strategic partner to the CEO and Board. The ideal candidate must possess a degree in Finance or Accountancy, alongside a professional qualification. Responsibilities include ensuring financial governance, managing banking relationships, and overseeing budgeting and forecasting. This role offers a unique opportunity for influence and visibility at the highest organizational level.

Qualifications

• Proven record in senior finance leadership roles within listed companies.
• Strong governance standards and board reporting experience.
• Ability to operate strategically while being hands-on when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance and accounting function across multiple business units.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee financial reviews, budgeting, and planning.

Skills

Strategic financial oversight

Stakeholder management

Compliance with SGX

Budgeting and forecasting

Leadership in finance teams

Education

Degree in Finance, Accountancy, or related discipline

Professional qualification (CA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent)

Job description

How to Apply

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Role Overview

The Group CFO will lead the finance function across multiple business units and legal entities, acting as a key strategic partner to the CEO and Board. This role carries full responsibility for financial governance, listed‑company compliance, stakeholder management, and using finance as a lever to drive sustainable business performance.

The successful candidate will be comfortable operating in a high‑accountability environment, with strong exposure to board‑level engagement, banking relationships, and SGX regulatory requirements.

• Explicit CEO & Board advisory role (listed‑company board dynamics)
• SGX compliance emphasis (anticipation, disclosure readiness)
• Banking relationships & financing (local banks)
• Team (supported by FC / SMEs)
• Multiple BU / entity
• Building a finance leadership (stability)

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction to the Group’s finance and accounting function, including financial control, reporting, treasury, tax, and consolidation
• Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board, providing clear financial insights, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations
• Oversee group-wide budgeting, forecasting, and long‑term financial planning across multiple business units
• Ensure robust financial governance, internal controls, and compliance with statutory, regulatory, and SGX requirements
• Lead monthly and quarterly financial reviews, management reporting, and disclosures to senior management, Board, and investors
• Manage group consolidation and reporting across multiple entities and operating units
• Work closely with business and project leaders on financial evaluation, funding assessments, due diligence, and tax structuring (without being involved in day‑to‑day project accounting)
• Oversee treasury, cash flow planning, financing activities, and maintain strong working relationships with local and regional banks
• Serve as the primary finance liaison with auditors, tax agents, legal advisors, regulators, and external stakeholders
• Drive continuous improvement of finance systems, processes, and controls, including ERP optimisation and data‑driven reporting

Requirements

• Degree in Finance, Accountancy, or related discipline, with a recognised professional qualification (CA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent)
• Experience in senior finance leadership roles, ideally within listed group environments
• Strong exposure to SGX‑listed company requirements, including board reporting, disclosures, and governance standards
• Experience managing banking relationships, financing discussions, and liquidity planning, particularly with local banks
• Demonstrated ability to operate strategically while remaining hands‑on when required
• Experience leading sizeable finance teams across multiple functions (financial control, AP/AR, consolidation, reporting)

Why This Role

This is a rare opportunity to join a well‑established group that has navigated a challenging cycle and is now positioned for stability and growth. The CFO will play a pivotal role in shaping the next phase of the organisation, with real authority, influence, and visibility at the highest level.

What Success Looks Like

• Strong, proactive engagement with the Board and CEO