Financial Controller

CYNOPSIS SOLUTIONS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing SaaS/RegTech company in Singapore seeks an experienced Financial Controller/Senior Accountant. This role involves managing accounting operations and ensuring compliance with SFRS / IFRS standards. The ideal candidate should have at least 8 years of experience, strong analytical skills, and a solid understanding of internal controls. We offer competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Dynamic and collaborative work culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of accounting experience in SaaS or related sectors.
• Strong knowledge of SFRS / IFRS; experience with statutory reporting in Singapore.
• Proficiency in managing internal controls and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements in accordance with SFRS / IFRS.
• Manage day-to-day accounting operations including GL, AP, and AR.
• Monitor cash flow and prepare forecasts for operations.

Skills

SFRS / IFRS standards

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Analytical skills

Experience in SaaS or RegTech

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

Tools

ERP/accounting systems

CRM platforms

Job description

osition Summary

• We are looking for an experienced Financial Controller / Senior Accountant to join our finance team.
• The role will cover both day-to-day accounting operations and higher-level reporting, with a strong focus on SFRS / IFRS standards. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial records/bookkeeping, maintaining strong internal controls, and supporting the company’s growth.
• Experience in SaaS or RegTech industries is highly desirable. Exposure to US GAAP and M&A accounting will be considered a plus.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting & Compliance

   Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with SFRS / IFRS.

   Ensure accuracy and timeliness in general ledger postings, reconciliations, and financial disclosures.

   Support statutory audits, liaise with auditors, tax authorities, and regulators.

2. Daily Accounting Operations

   Manage general ledger (GL), accounts payable (AP), and accounts receivable (AR) functions.

   Perform bank reconciliations, intercompany reconciliations, and month-end closing activities.

   Maintain accurate records of fixed assets, accruals, and prepayments.

   Oversee expense claims and reimbursements in line with company policies.

3. Consolidation & Group Reporting

   Prepare consolidated financial statements for multi-entity and cross-border operations.

   Perform intercompany eliminations, currency translation adjustments, and group reconciliations.

   Ensure compliance with consolidation requirements under SFRS / IFRS; exposure to US GAAP consolidation is a plus.

4. Cash Flow & Treasury Management

   Monitor daily cash flow and liquidity position across multiple entities.

   Prepare cash flow forecasts and ensure adequate funding for operations.

   Manage intercompany funding, FX exposures, and treasury transactions.

5. Management & Operational Accounting

   Support management reporting, variance analysis, and budgeting/forecasting.

   Track key SaaS metrics (ARR, MRR, churn, deferred revenue).

   Ensure accurate subscription revenue recognition under SFRS/IFRS 15.

6. Internal Controls & Process Improvement

   Implement and maintain internal control procedures to strengthen compliance and governance.

   Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, including automation of accounting workflows.

7. Business Partnering

   Collaborate with operations, product, and compliance teams to align financial treatments with business needs.

   Provide accounting insights on customer contracts, pricing, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of accounting experience, ideally within SaaS, RegTech, or technology-driven companies.
• Strong knowledge of SFRS / IFRS; prior experience with statutory reporting in Singapore.
• Prior experience in US multinational corporations (MNCs) is strongly preferred.
• Understand internal control frameworks and compliance.
• Preferred / Plus
• Exposure to US GAAP reporting or consolidation under US parent companies.
• Knowledge of M&A accounting.
• Prior Big 4 audit or professional services background.
• Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems and CRM platforms.
• Strong analytical skills, detail-oriented, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to join a fast-growing SaaS/RegTech company with global exposure.
• Dynamic and collaborative work culture.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.