Financial Controller – SGX Catalist Listed Company

Private Advertiser; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire equipment manufacturer in Singapore seeks an experienced Financial Controller to manage full financial operations. You will ensure SGX Catalist compliance, oversee financial reporting, and provide strategic insights to management. The ideal candidate has strong financial governance expertise and at least 5 years’ experience in financial management within SGX-listed companies, along with a relevant degree and ERP proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CA / CPA / ACCA qualification preferred.
• At least 5 years’ experience in financial management with exposure to SGX-listed companies.
• Strong knowledge of SGX Catalist compliance, sponsor dealings, and financial reporting.
• Proven expertise in IFRS/SFRS, corporate governance, and internal controls.
• Stakeholder management experience with auditors, regulators, and financial institutions.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, Dynamics 365).
• Experience in M&A, restructuring, and fundraising is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Ensure SGX Catalist compliance and manage regulatory reporting.
• Oversee timely preparation of financial reports and regulatory filings.
• Establish strong internal controls and corporate policies.
• Manage cash flow and liquidity planning.
• Develop KPIs to track profitability and business performance.
• Lead ERP enhancements and financial process automation.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to management.

Job description

We are a leading Singapore-based fire equipment manufacturer serving the construction sector, looking for an experienced and responsible Financial Controller to head our finance team and manage the full spectrum of financial operations. This leadership role is pivotal in ensuring strong financial governance, strict compliance with SGX Catalist requirements, and supporting the company’s continued strategic growth.

Key Responsibilities

• SGX Catalist Compliance & Regulatory Reporting

• Oversee timely preparation of financial reports, regulatory filings, and investor disclosures.

• Liaise with SGX sponsors, auditors, and regulators on compliance matters.

• Internal Controls & Financial Governance

• Establish strong internal controls, risk management, and corporate policies.

• Oversee audits and ensure integrity of financial reporting.

• Review key financial contracts and assess compliance risks.

• Treasury, Cash Flow & Risk Management

• Manage cash flow, liquidity planning, and working capital optimisation.

• Oversee financing, debt structuring, and banking relationships.

• Monitor and mitigate financial risks.

• Business Performance Monitoring & Cost Control

• Develop KPIs to track profitability and business performance.

• Implement budgeting, cost control, and variance analysis.

• Financial Systems & Process Optimisation

• Lead ERP enhancements and financial process automation.

• Drive digital transformation to improve reporting efficiency.

• Strategic Advisory

• Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior management and the Board.

• Support M&A, restructuring, and business expansion initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CA / CPA / ACCA qualification preferred.

• At least 5 years’ experience in financial management with exposure to SGX-listed companies.

• Strong knowledge of SGX Catalist compliance, sponsor dealings, and financial reporting.

• Proven expertise in IFRS/SFRS, corporate governance, and internal controls.

• Stakeholder management experience with auditors, regulators, and financial institutions.

• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, Dynamics 365).

• Experience in M&A, restructuring, and fundraising is an advantage.