Finance Controller - Manufacturing (Woodlands)

APAC Michael Page; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company in Singapore is seeking an experienced Finance Controller to lead financial operations, ensuring compliance and strategic planning. The ideal candidate will have 8-12 years of finance experience, particularly in manufacturing, coupled with strong leadership abilities. This role offers significant exposure and a chance to influence finance functions regionally, collaborating closely with global teams.

Benefits

Opportunity for regional influence

Strategic exposure with global HQ

Stable growth-oriented environment

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated financial management experience with team leadership.
• Background in manufacturing or industrial sectors is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial operations including reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow.
• Provide strategic financial insights to support business growth.
• Collaborate with global and regional teams to drive performance and profitability.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cash flow management

Cost accounting

Inventory controls

ERP systems

Education

Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related discipline

CPA or CA certification

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

The Finance Controller will oversee financial operations, ensuring compliance, strategic planning, and efficient budgeting within the industrial/manufacturing sector. This role is ideal for someone skilled in accounting and finance, with a proven ability to lead and optimise financial processes.

Client Details

This established organisation is a global manufacturing company with a strong reputation for engineering excellence and operational resilience. Operating within the industrial and manufacturing sector, it plays a critical role in supporting the global supply chain through its high-quality, precision-engineered products. With a regional base in Singapore and manufacturing sites across Asia, the company is committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and financial discipline. As part of its ongoing transformation and regional integration efforts, the Singapore office is strengthening its leadership bench and is now looking to appoint a Finance Controller to lead its Finance Operations and to ensure strong Finance Business Partnering across the region.

Description

• Lead the full spectrum of financial operations including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Provide financial insights and strategic recommendations to support business growth and cost optimisation
• Partner closely with commercial, operations, and supply chain teams to drive business performance and improve profitability
• Act as a key business partner to senior stakeholders, offering sound financial advice to support decision-making
• Collaborate regularly with the global HQ finance and leadership teams to ensure alignment with group-wide financial policies, reporting standards, and strategic initiatives
• Drive monthly and quarterly reporting to global HQ, including variance analysis and business commentary
• Oversee statutory audits, tax matters, and compliance with local regulations
• Identify and implement process improvements, enhance internal controls, and support ERP optimisation
• Support group-level finance consolidation and special projects as needed

Profile

• A degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related discipline; professional certifications such as CPA or CA would be advantageous
• Minimum 8-12 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership or regional capacity
• Demonstrated experience in financial management, with prior involvement in leading teams or finance functions
• Background in manufacturing or industrial sectors would be beneficial
• Solid understanding of cost accounting, inventory controls, and finance operations within a manufacturing context
• Proven ability to partner with operational stakeholders and contribute to commercial decision-making
• Experience working in a matrix environment and collaborating with global teams is preferred
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)

Job Offer

• Opportunity to lead and influence the finance and IT functions regionally
• Strategic exposure with direct collaboration with global HQ
• A stable yet growth-oriented environment focused on innovation and operational excellence

Michael Page International Pte Ltd. (Company No. 199804751N) is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To apply online please click the 'Apply' button. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Rachel Hee (Lic No: R22111006 / EA No.: 199804751N ) at [phone].