Financial Controller

Randstad Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Finance Manager for its Singapore office. The role involves managing the finance function, ensuring operational efficiency, and advising senior stakeholders. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy or Finance, and a professional qualification like CA or CPA, along with five years of leadership experience. The position demands strong communication skills and proficiency in ERP systems. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to influence business performance in a dynamic, multinational environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of leadership experience in commercial or professional services.
• Strong understanding of partnership structures or professional services business models.
• Resilient and hands-on leader with exceptional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the finance function for the Singapore office.
• Lead the local finance department to ensure operational efficiency.
• Act as a strategic commercial advisor to senior stakeholders.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the local finance team.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Process improvement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or Finance

Professional qualification (CA, CPA, ACCA)

Tools

Enterprise Resource Planning systems

Advanced spreadsheet tools

Job description

About the Company

Our client is a globally recognized and established market leader within the Services Sector with a strong international footprint and a reputation for excellence.

About the Job

In this pivotal leadership position, you will assume full responsibility for managing and overseeing the finance function for the Singapore office while providing high-level guidance to regional teams. Your core mandate includes leading the local finance department to ensure operational efficiency, robust internal controls, and strict adherence to all statutory compliance requirements. Beyond financial reporting, you will act as a strategic commercial advisor to senior stakeholders, offering insights on business performance, profitability, and pricing strategies to support decision‑making. You will play a crucial role in driving financial discipline across the business, promoting best practices, and identifying areas for process improvement. Furthermore, you will be responsible for leading, mentoring, and developing a dedicated finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth within a dynamic multinational environment.

Skills and Experience Required

To be considered for this role, you should possess a bachelor's degree in Accountancy or Finance, coupled with a recognized professional qualification such as CA, CPA, or ACCA. You must have a minimum of five years of leadership experience, ideally gained within a commercial or professional services environment where you have directly supported senior management. A strong understanding of partnership structures or professional services business models is highly desirable. Technically, you should be proficient in using major Enterprise Resource Planning systems and advanced spreadsheet tools. This role requires a resilient and hands‑on leader with exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of influencing strategy and navigating complex business requirements with a high degree of independence.

To apply online please use the 'apply' function (EA: 94C3609/ R1439933). Alternatively, you may contact Agnes Lim.