Finance Director

Looking for a new job?; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Looking for a new job? Singapore-based executive role leading the company’s Finance and Accounting across multiple markets. You will oversee Accounting, Treasury, Internal Audit, and Tax with a hands-on leadership style and strategic ownership.

You will partner with the CEO/COO, drive efficiency, cost optimisation, and informed decision-making while building a high-performing finance team across regions.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in finance and/or accounting, including 3–5 years leading a finance organization through rapid growth
• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting; Masters degree and CPA preferred
• Experience in Southeast Asia (US experience a plus)
• Background in payments, fintech, technology, or high-growth startups
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and scale the finance organization across regions, supporting rapid growth and market expansion
• Oversee accounting, audits, tax compliance, month-end close, reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and long-term planning
• Drive finance automation and ERP initiatives to improve accuracy, speed, and efficiency
• Manage group audits and ensure timely completion with minimal adjustments
• Provide strategic financial insights to support growth, profitability, and ROI-focused decisions
• Partner on M&A, capital planning, fundraising, and post-merger integration
• Support long-term IPO readiness and corporate development initiatives
• Oversee treasury, liquidity, and cash management in collaboration with Finance Operations
• Improve cash flow, working capital, and AR performance

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Independent work

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Master's degree

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

You will lead the company's Finance and Accounting function, overseeing Accounting, Treasury, Internal Audit, and Tax across multiple markets. This is a hands‑on leadership role combining strategic ownership with deep involvement in day‑to‑day financial operations.

As a member of the executive team, you will partner closely with the CEO and COO and manage a team of finance professionals across countries. You will work cross‑functionally with Corporate Development, Finance Operations, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, and other senior leaders to drive efficiency, cost optimisation, and informed decision‑making.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and scale the finance organization across regions, supporting rapid growth and market expansion
• Oversee accounting, audits, tax compliance, month‑end close, reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and long‑term planning
• Drive finance automation and ERP initiatives to improve accuracy, speed, and efficiency
• Manage group audits and ensure timely completion with minimal adjustments

Improve cash flow, working capital, and AR performance

• Provide strategic financial insights to support growth, profitability, and ROI‑focused decisions
• Partner on M&A, capital planning, fundraising, and post‑merger integration
• Support long‑term IPO readiness and corporate development initiatives
• Oversee treasury, liquidity, and cash management in collaboration with Finance Operations

Minimum Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in finance and/or accounting, including 3–5 years leading a finance organization through rapid growth
• Bachelors degree in Finance or Accounting; Masters degree and CPA preferred

Experience in Southeast Asia (US experience a plus)

• Background in payments, fintech, technology, or high‑growth startups
• Proven ability to develop and execute effective financial strategies

Strong attention to detail with high-quality execution

• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills
• Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, remote environment
• Strong process improvement, automation, and financial controls mindset

Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead growing teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience driving finance process efficiency and cost management

M&A experience on the acquiring side

Exposure to capital raising and investor engagement