Group Financial Controller APAC

Perennial HR; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate and hospitality group is seeking a Group Financial Controller to spearhead the finance function across APAC. This senior role involves strategic financial oversight, improving performance metrics, and managing a high-performing finance team to drive sustainable growth. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in senior finance roles within dynamic organizations, with strong analytical and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively communicating with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years senior finance experience in high-growth organizations.
• Proven track record managing Group Finance across APAC.
• Strong sense of ownership and commitment to high-quality decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Take charge of financial strategy and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Lead financial analyses, monitor KPIs, and provide data-driven insights.
• Build and lead a high-performing finance team focused on accountability and innovation.

Skills

Financial planning

Financial analysis

Risk management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

CPA

CA

CFA

Degree in finance, business or related field

Job description

A real estate and hospitality group is currently recruiting for a Group Financial Controller to lead the finance function in APAC

About the Job

Take charge of financial strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Collaborate with the CEO and leadership team to set ambitious targets and improve financial performance for sustainable growth.

Lead in-depth financial analyses, monitor key performance indicators, and provide data-driven insights to enhance performance, profitability, and efficiency across all divisions.

Oversee and optimize cash flow, liquidity, and financial investments to maintain peak financial health.

Manage risks intelligently while promoting growth, balancing risk and reward effectively.

Ensure compliance with financial regulations and reporting standards, minimizing bureaucratic delays.

Supervise the preparation of accurate financial statements, audits, and insightful management reports that drive actionable insights.

Build and lead a high-performing finance team focused on data, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Enhance capital structure and funding strategies to support business expansion and operational needs.

Cultivate relationships with investors and financial institutions, leveraging technology to create scalable processes.

The Team

Reporting to the CEO and managing a team of 9 across APAC

Skills & Experience

The successful candidate will hold a CPA, CA, CFA, or a degree in finance, business, or a related field, demonstrating a strong sense of ownership in their work and a commitment to making high-quality, long-term decisions. They will have at least 10 years+ senior finance experience in high-growth organizations with a proven track record managing Group Finance and accounting across APAC. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential, alongside a solid foundation in financial planning, analysis, budgeting, and risk management. Experience in capital markets, fundraising, and investor relations is advantageous. Cantonese speaking is mandatory as the employee is required to communicate with overseas colleagues in this language.