Financial Controller

SIA HUAT PRIVATE LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to oversee all financial functions, ensuring compliance and optimizing performance. Candidates should have over 8 years of experience, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of financial regulations. This role is crucial for supporting business growth and requires a strategic mindset.

Qualifications

• 8+ years' post-qualification experience in a senior financial management role.
• Proven track record of driving strategic financial initiatives.
• Thorough understanding of financial regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting and finance functions including budgeting and financial reporting.
• Analyze financial data and provide insights for strategic decisions.
• Lead and develop the finance team.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Problem solving

Financial reporting

Financial modelling

Education

Qualified accountant (CPA, CA or equivalent)

Tools

Advanced Excel

Key ERP systems

Job description

We are seeking a highly experienced Financial Controller to oversee the full spectrum of financial functions, ensuring compliance, optimizing financial performance, and providing strategic insights to support business growth. This role requires strong leadership, financial expertise, and a business partnership mindset to support the organization's continued growth and success.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end accounting and finance functions, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and financial reporting financial reporting.
• Analyse financial data and provide strategic insights to the executive leadership team to support key business decisions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and accounting standards.
• Lead and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial operations.
• Partner with cross-functional departments to provide financial guidance and support.
• Prepare and present financial reports to internal and external stakeholders.

Job Requirements

• Qualified accountant (CPA, CA or equivalent) with 8+ years' post-qualification experience.
• Key ERP user with deep understanding of reporting systems and software.
• Extensive experience in a senior financial management role, preferably within a fast-paced, growth-oriented organisation.
• Proven track record of driving strategic financial initiatives and delivering tangible business impact.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing finance team.
• Proficient in financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting and reporting using advanced Excel and other financial software.
• Thorough understanding of financial regulations, accounting standards and best practices.
• Manage cross border withholding taxes between Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia will be added advantage.