Finance Controller

Sin Chew Woodpaq Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services provider based in Singapore is seeking an experienced financial manager to oversee reporting, budgeting, and risk management. In this pivotal role, you will work closely with senior management to ensure accurate financial statements and strategic planning while acting as the primary advisor to enhance financial performance and operational efficiency. You will lead budgeting efforts, establish internal controls, and support long-term financial strategies.

Qualifications

• Strong background in financial reporting and compliance.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Capability to establish internal controls and manage financial risks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation of accurate financial statements.
• Lead the annual budgeting process with department heads.
• Establish internal control frameworks to safeguard assets.
• Partner with senior management on long-term strategies.
• Act as key financial advisor translating data to insights.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Risk management

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely monthly/quarterly/annual financial statements.
• Conduct analytical reviews of financial statements, investigating variances and providing actionable insights.
• Serve as the primary liaison for external audits, tax filings, and statutory reporting.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning

• Lead the annual budgeting process, collaborating with department heads to align financial goals with business objectives.
• Prepare rolling forecasts, monitor performance against budgets, and explain significant variances to senior management.
• Develop cash flow projections and implement strategies to optimize liquidity.

Internal Controls & Risk Management

• Establish and maintain a robust internal control framework to safeguard assets and ensure data integrity.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks, including fraud, operational inefficiencies, and compliance gaps.
• Review major expenditures, capital investments, and contracts for financial feasibility.

Strategic Financial Leadership

• Partner with the CFO/CEO to develop long-term financial strategies, including business expansion, M&A, and capital structure optimization.
• Provide data-driven recommendations to improve profitability, cost efficiency, and investment returns.
• Support strategic initiatives through financial modeling, due diligence, and scenario analysis.
• Streamline processes through technology adoption (e.g., ERP upgrades, automation).

Stakeholder Communication

• Act as the key financial advisor to senior management, translating complex financial data into actionable insights.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align financial goals with operational teams (e.g., Sales, Operations, HR).