Chief Financial Officer

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

Job summary

A leading software firm in Singapore seeks an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to manage the finance and accounting function comprehensively. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software business, with at least 10 years of senior leadership experience. Responsibilities include providing financial leadership, managing end-to-end finance operations, overseeing compliance, and leading M&A activities. This role requires excellent leadership skills, stakeholder management, and a strategic mindset.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of senior finance leadership experience, preferably at CFO level.
• Experience working in a listed company or with listing exposure.
• Proven people management experience leading finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the organization’s end-to-end finance and accounting function.
• Oversee finance and accounting functions including GL, AP/AR, payroll, taxation.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes.

Skills

Software business experience

Stakeholder management

Leadership skills

Operational acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Professional accounting certification (CPA, ACCA, CA)

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with strong software industry experience to lead the organization’s end-to-end finance and accounting function. This role will drive financial strategy, operational excellence, and long-term business value.

The ideal candidate brings deep technical accounting expertise, experience in listed companies or listing environments, strong business and operational acumen, and a proven track record in people leadership and mergers & acquisitions.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Business Leadership

• Provide financial leadership and strategic guidance across the organization, influencing business performance, capital planning, and risk management.
• Partner with senior management to support corporate strategy, growth initiatives, and operational decision-making through data-driven financial insights.

End-to-End Finance & Accounting Operations

• Oversee the full spectrum of finance and accounting functions including GL, AP/AR, payroll, taxation, treasury, financial reporting, and compliance.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in accordance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Lead audits, tax matters, and governance processes with a high standard of integrity and control.

Listing & Regulatory Compliance

• Manage financial governance and compliance requirements for a listed company or companies preparing for listing.
• Ensure adherence to relevant accounting standards, regulatory frameworks, and reporting obligations.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes.
• Provide insightful analysis on performance, variances, and profitability to support executive decision-making.

Mergers & Acquisitions

• Lead end-to-end M&A activities including financial due diligence, valuation, deal structuring, integration planning, and post-merger financial integration.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful execution of transactions.

Risk Management & Internal Controls

• Establish and maintain robust internal controls, financial policies, and risk management frameworks.
• Proactively identify financial, operational, and compliance risks and implement mitigation strategies.

People Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team.
• Build a strong finance organization with clear accountability, capability development, and succession planning.
• Foster strong collaboration with cross-functional leaders across the business.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional accounting certification is mandatory (CPA, ACCA, CA, or equivalent).
• Minimum 10 years of senior finance leadership experience, preferably at CFO, Finance Director, or Controller level.
• Software business experience is required.
• Experience working in a listed company or with listing exposure is required.
• Proven people management experience leading finance teams.
• Demonstrated experience managing end-to-end finance and accounting functions.
• Hands‑on experience with mergers & acquisitions.
• Strong business, operational, and commercial acumen.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.