Financial Controller

Xtend; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to oversee financial reporting and performance monitoring. The ideal candidate will have more than 10 years of experience in financial management, with strong skills in financial analysis and stakeholder communication. Proficiency in Mandarin is highly preferred as interactions with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders are required. This role involves establishing financial processes and ensuring compliance with corporate regulations.

Qualifications

• More than 10 years of experience in a financial controller role required.
• Knowledge of taxation matters strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting Sales/Commercial Team in China is a plus.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting standards required.
• Proficiency in Mandarin highly preferred for stakeholder interactions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed financial analysis for the business unit.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, highlighting key metrics.
• Identify opportunities for revenue and margin improvement.
• Implement cost control measures within the business unit.
• Provide insights and recommendations on financial variances.
• Establish and improve financial-related business processes.
• Ensure compliance with corporate financial policies and regulations.

Skills

Financial analysis

Cost management

Business partnering

Stakeholder communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Financial Reporting and Analysis & Performance Monitoring

• Conduct detailed financial analysis, including revenue, cost, and profitability analysis for the BU.
• Identify opportunities to improve revenue and margin performance within the sales team
• Prepare daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, highlighting key financial metrics and performance indicators.
• Analyze variances between actual and budgeted figures, providing insights and recommendations for corrective actions.

Accounting Book Keeping (AR & FX Management)

Cost Management

• Identify cost-saving opportunities within the BU and work with BU leader to implement cost control measures.
• Monitor and analyze BU operating expenses to ensure they are aligned with budgetary goals.
• Provide recommendations for optimizing the cost structure and improving operational efficiency.

Business Partnering & Stakeholder Communication

• Communicate financial insights, reports, and recommendations to BU leaders and other stakeholders.
• Foster a collaborative working relationship between the finance team and BU managers.
• Act as single contact point between business team and other finance functions such as tax, treasury to provide solution to business team.
• Ensure BU compliance with corporate financial policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Establish and improve various financial-related business processes to improve internal control levels
• Review all business contracts and review the rationality of various expenses
• Other ad-hoc projects assigned by Business or Function Leaders.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• Above 10 years experience in a financial controller role. Knowledge on taxation matters is strongly preferred.
• Experience of supporting Sales/Commercial Team or handling finance related matters in China will be a plus point
• Strong understanding of financial principles, accounting standards, and financial modeling techniques.
• Experience working with senior management and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills in both English and Mandarin, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Mandarin is highly preferred as this role is required to interact with Mandarin speaking internal & external stakeholders on a day to day basis.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools (e.g., Excel, ERP systems).
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking.
• Proactive and results-oriented
• Adaptable and flexible in a dynamic business environment