Chief Financial Strategy & Growth Leader

SMRT Corporation, Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

SMRT Corporation Ltd, via RTS Operations Pte Ltd (RTSO), seeks a Head of Finance to lead financial strategy, planning, and management for the organization’s Singapore and Malaysia operations. You will drive robust financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and stakeholder engagement to support growth and regulatory compliance.

This is an office-based role (Johor Bahru project office) requiring strong leadership, cross-border finance experience, and a track record of delivering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or equivalent.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA or equivalent.
• Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in financial management, with at least 5 years in a senior managerial role.
• Experience in transportation or infrastructure is advantageous.
• Strong English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with RTSO's business objectives.
• Oversee consolidated financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Singapore and Malaysia standards.
• Drive financial risk management and cost optimization across the organization.
• Implement transfer pricing and cross-border taxation strategies.
• Lead the accounting and financial operations during transition to revenue commencement.

Skills

Financial planning

Data analytics

Cost optimization

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy

CPA/ACCA/CIMA/CFA

Tools

SAP Business One

Job description

SMRT Corporation Ltd, via RTS Operations Pte Ltd (RTSO), seeks a Head of Finance to lead financial strategy, planning, and management for the organization’s Singapore and Malaysia operations. You will drive robust financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and stakeholder engagement to support growth and regulatory compliance.

This is an office-based role (Johor Bahru project office) requiring strong leadership, cross-border finance experience, and a track record of delivering