Financial Controller

Straits Developments Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced finance professional to join its leadership team. The role involves financial governance, reporting, and strategic support. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in a relevant field, strong technical accounting knowledge, and proficiency in ERP systems. This position offers a dynamic work environment with significant corporate responsibility.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant experience, ideally in a corporate and Big four audit firm.
• Expertise in financial systems, governance, and reporting.
• Experience in real estate industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial governance and control frameworks.
• Engage with board and stakeholders for reporting.
• Lead financial forecasting and analysis.

Skills

Financial Leadership

Financial Reporting

Corporate Governance

Budgeting and Forecasting

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor Degree in Accounting

Tools

Oracle Hyperion

ERP Systems

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced finance professional to join our leadership team. As a key business partner, the candidate will play a pivotal role in driving corporate initiatives, enhancing financial systems, and supporting long-term organizational growth.

Responsibilities

• Financial Leadership and Governance
• Financial Reporting and Compliance
• Board and Stakeholder Engagement
• Operations and Financial Controls
• Budgeting, Forecasting and Financial Analysis
• Process Improvements and Systems Management
• Business Partnership and Strategic Support
• Audit and Risk Management
• Corporate Initiatives and Special Projects
• Team Leadership and Development

Job Requirements

• Possess a Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Qualified CA or CPA (CA, ACCA and other recognised accounting bodies)
• At least 15 years relevant working experience in a corporate, including SGX listed company and Big four audit firm, with the last 5 years in a managerial capacity
• Real estate industry and/or project investment holding company experience would be preferred
• Corporate Tax, corporate finance, forecasting and budgeting experience will be an advantage
• Preferably a competent user of Microsoft Office applications and is experienced in ERP accounting systems such as Oracle Hyperion and Fusion
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and ability to apply finance, accounting and SFRS/IFRS knowledge in areas including consolidation and general accounting, intercompany, month-end close procedures, acquisition and disposal/deconsolidation of subsidiary companies, accounting for non-controlling interests, head office recharge, transfer pricing and process controls
• Hands-on and highly motivated with a collaborative and strong business partner mindset in a dynamic working environment