Finance Director - APAC Region

Maritec Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance organization in Singapore is seeking a Regional Financial Controller to oversee financial accounting and governance across multiple APAC countries. The ideal candidate will bring over 15 years of finance experience, with strong expertise in regional leadership roles and M&A integration. This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance & Accounting and a CPA/ACCA certification is preferred. The role emphasizes building financial governance, leading teams, and optimizing financial performance across the region.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in finance, with at least 5 years in a regional leadership role.
• Strong background in controlling, accounting, financial governance, audit & tax.
• Hands-on experience in MNCs or regional Asia-Pacific organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead all APAC financial accounting, consolidation, closing, and reporting activities.
• Review and challenge country budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
• Lead post-deal finance integration for acquired APAC entities.
• Build and maintain strong financial governance across APAC.
• Lead, mentor, and upskill regional finance teams.

Skills

Financial Controlling

Accounting

Financial Governance

M&A Integration

Cross-border Finance Operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance & Accounting

CPA/ACCA preferred

Job description

Report to: CTI Group CFO

Key Responsibilities:

1. Regional Financial Controlling & Accounting

• Lead all APAC financial accounting, consolidation, closing, and reporting activities
• Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure adherence to CTI HQ accounting policies
• Oversee regional statutory reporting, audits, tax filings, and ensure full compliance with local regulations
• Drive consistency, standardization, and automation of finance processes across all APAC countries

2. Regional Finance Performance Management

• Review and challenge country budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans
• Lead the regional P&L, cash flow, and working capital management
• Conduct financial variance analysis and performance reviews with BU or entity leaders
• Optimize cost structures and drive profitability across different BU/Product lines

3. M&A Support & Post Deal Integration

• Lead post-deal finance integration, including alignment of financial controls, accounting structures, and reporting frameworks in APAC region
• Establish integration timelines, governance mechanisms, and synergy tracking for acquired APAC entities
• Ensure newly acquired companies comply with CTI policies and financial systems

4. Regional Finance Operations & Governance

• Build and maintain strong financial governance across APAC
• Strengthen regional internal control frameworks and conduct periodic control reviews
• Ensure compliance with group financial policies, tax regulations, and risk management standards
• Lead financial evaluation and approval processes for major projects, capex, and new investments

5. Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and upskill regional finance teams; build strong succession pipelines
• Drive cross-country collaboration and build a high-performing finance community across APAC
• Facilitate training on finance policies, compliance, and internal controls
• Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement

Qualifications & Requirements

1. Education & Experience

• Bachelor & above degree in Finance & Accounting with CPA/ACCA preferred.
• 15+ years of experience in finance, with at least 5 years in a regional leadership role
• Strong background in controlling, accounting, financial governance, audit & tax
• Hands-on experience in MNCs or regional Asia-Pacific organizations
• Experience in multi-entity and cross-border finance operations
• Exposure to M&A integration and cross-country financial consolidation