Financial Controller

Tri-Cap Consulting; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee all finance functions for its Singapore operations in the real estate development sector. This role involves spearheading financial readiness for a REIT listing and managing the migration of finance operations from headquarters. The ideal candidate will have extensive operational finance experience, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record with Singapore financial regulations. Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of progressive experience in finance roles within real estate or fund management.
• Proven track record of leading transformation to REIT-ready entity.
• Deep familiarity with Singapore financial regulations and SFRS(I) standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead full finance function for Singapore operations in real estate.
• Spearhead financial readiness for potential REIT listing.
• Manage finance operations migration from HQ to Singapore.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Financial Planning

Regulatory Compliance

Financial Modeling

Project Management

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

CPA, CA, or ACCA certification

Job description

Job Title

Financial Controller

Department

Finance & Corporate Services

Reports To

CEO

Job Summary

We are seeking an accomplished and highly strategic Financial Controller to lead the full finance function for our client's Singapore operations within the dynamic real estate development and investment sector.

Reporting directly to the CEO, you will provide critical operational finance leadership and strategic insight. A primary mandate of this role is to spearhead the financial readiness for a potential REIT listing, manage the migration of all finance operations from HQ to Singapore, and establish robust, corporate-level financial processes, controls, and policies aligned with group standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Financial Leadership & Business Partnering
• Act as a key finance business partner to the CEO and senior leadership team, providing critical insights to evaluate investment opportunities and determine optimal capital structures.
• Lead high-impact strategic financial initiatives, including capital raising, joint venture structuring, and the financial groundwork for a potential REIT listing.
• Drive advanced financial planning, multi-scenario analysis, and long-term forecasting that aligns precisely with the organization's business strategy.
• REIT Preparation & Regulatory Compliance
• Oversee all financial workstreams related to REIT listing readiness, managing due diligence processes, complex financial modeling, documentation, and coordination with external advisors (e.g., auditors, bankers, lawyers).
• Ensure rigorous compliance with Singapore Exchange (SGX) listing rules, Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) regulations, and Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (SFRS(I)).
• Liaise effectively with HQ regarding group-level financial submissions.
• Operational Finance Transformation & Oversight
• Lead the migration of all finance operations from HQ to Singapore, ensuring seamless knowledge transfer, process standardization, and operational continuity.
• Establish and mature operational finance capabilities across:
  • Comprehensive budgeting and forecasting cycles
  • Management and financial reporting
  • Robust group consolidation and audit readiness procedures
  • Treasury, tax, and regulatory reporting functions
• Treasury, Tax, and Regulatory Reporting Functions
• Implement a best-practice corporate-level finance operating model in Singapore, establishing new financial systems, policies (SOPs), and strong internal controls to ensure reporting reliability.
• Asset & Joint Venture Financial Management
• Provide comprehensive financial oversight for key assets and pipeline properties, including performance reporting, variance analysis, and benchmarking.
• Manage all financial aspects of joint ventures (JVs), covering structuring, capital flows, compliance requirements, and specific partnership financial reporting.
• Team Leadership & Governance
• Lead a corporate restructuring of the existing finance team, elevating capabilities and governance standards.
• Build, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of strong governance, analytical capability, and accountability.
• Implement strong financial discipline through the establishment of robust risk management and internal governance structures.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: A Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is required.
• Professional Certification: A CPA, CA, or ACCA qualification is essential.
• Minimum of 20 years of progressive experience in finance roles, ideally within the real estate development, property investment, or fund management sectors.
• Proven track record of leading or significantly supporting a business transformation from a non-REIT structure to a REIT-ready entity.
• Extensive operational finance experience, specifically in setting up systems, consolidation, and managing audit readiness.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep familiarity with Singapore financial regulations, MAS guidelines, and SFRS(I) accounting standards.
• Technical Skills: Experience with joint ventures, complex capital structuring, and corporate M&A activity.
• Leadership: Strong leadership, interpersonal communication, and project management skills.
• Mindset: A self-starter with a hands-on approach and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-growth, and transformational environment.

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