Financial Controller – $12,000 (Chemical Manufacturing) (ID: 683220)

Tap Growth ai; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic financial services firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to manage financial reporting, compliance, and team development. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in finance, strong knowledge of Singapore tax regulations, and proficiency in SAP S/4HANA. The role involves collaborating with external auditors and stakeholders to drive financial accuracy and governance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of finance/accounting experience, including a senior role.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore tax and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in multinational companies with cross-border operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial reporting and compliance.
• Ensure timely management reports and budget forecasts.
• Manage cash flow planning and banking matters.

Skills

Financial reporting

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Cash flow management

Education

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

Professional accounting certification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CA)

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

MS Office, especially Excel

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all financial reporting, accounting operations, and statutory compliance.
• Ensure timely management reports, budgeting, forecasting, and group consolidation.
• Manage cash flow planning, banking matters, and annual insurance renewals.
• Liaise with external parties such as auditors, banks, and tax advisors.
• Work closely with the Group Finance Director and shareholders on key financial matters.
• Lead and develop the finance team to enhance reporting accuracy and functional capabilities.
• Ensure compliance with tax, regulatory, and transfer pricing requirements.
• Supervise payroll, admin, and IT functions.
• Drive internal controls, accounting policy improvements, and risk management.
• Handle ad-hoc finance projects as needed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Professional accounting certification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CA, or equivalent).
• Minimum 8 years of finance/accounting experience, with prior role as Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager.
• Background in chemical distribution or manufacturing, preferably with regional exposure.
• Experience in multinational companies and cross-border finance operations.
• Proficient in SAP S/4HANA; involvement in system implementation or upgrades is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore tax, statutory, and regulatory frameworks.
• Skilled in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Proven leadership and team development capabilities.
• Strong communication skills and stakeholder management, including with Group Finance and shareholders.
• Experience with M&A or entity disposals is an advantage.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel.

Interested candidates who wish to apply for the advertised position, please click on “Apply”. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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