Head of Corporate Finance

APAC Michael Page; Singapore; On-site; SGD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Singapore-based organization seeks a strategic finance leader to oversee corporate functions and drive cost control while guiding investment opportunities. You will lead cost-saving initiatives across business units, manage budgets, and influence key financial decisions. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in finance roles, with strong skills in cost optimization and stakeholder management. Join a collaborative, innovation-driven environment focused on operational excellence and digital transformation.

Benefits

Permanent position

Opportunity for high-impact projects

Inclusive company culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in FP&A, business controlling, or finance transformation roles, ideally in FMCG, retail, or large-scale operations.
• Strong track record in cost optimisation and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute cost-saving initiatives through analysis and reviews.
• Own the annual operating and capital expenditure budgets.
• Evaluate investment proposals for ROI alignment with strategic objectives.

Skills

Cost optimisation

Stakeholder management

Financial planning and analysis (FP&A)

Education

Professional certifications like CPA, CMA, ACCA

Tools

SAP

ANAPLAN

Advanced reporting tools

Job description

This is a strategic finance leadership role with a dual mandate:

• Oversight of corporate functions - acting as a trusted advisor to corporate chiefs and ensuring financial governance.
• Group-wide cost control and investment stewardship - driving cost discipline, optimizing OpEx and CapEx, and unlocking capital for future growth initiatives.

Client Details

A leading Singapore-based organisation committed to operational excellence and digital transformation. The company operates across diverse business units and fosters a collaborative innovation-driven culture.

Description

• Lead and execute cost-saving initiatives across corporate functions and business units through deep-dive analysis, benchmarking, and business case reviews.
• Own the annual operating and capital expenditure budgets, applying zero-based budgeting principles where appropriate.
• Evaluate and challenge investment proposals, ensuring ROI and alignment with long-term strategic objectives. Prioritize capital allocation for high-impact projects.
• Ensure robust internal controls, procurement compliance, and accurate accrual management for both OpEx and CapEx.
• Act as a trusted finance advisor to corporate chiefs and functional heads, influencing decisions.
• Prepare and present monthly performance reports with variance analysis and actionable insights.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (e.g., Procurement, Transformation) to negotiate favorable terms and monitor contract impacts.
• Provide financial leadership to corporate functions, ensuring spend aligns with strategic priorities.
• Implement governance frameworks and standardized reporting dashboards for transparency and accountability.
• Shape cost structures and investment priorities for the next 3-5 years, supporting regional expansion and digital transformation.
• Unlock capital to fund new growth initiatives and transformation projects.

Profile

A successful candidate should have:

• A minimum 10 years of experience in FP&A, business controlling, or finance transformation roles, ideally in FMCG, retail, or large-scale operations.
• Strong track record in cost optimisation, and stakeholder management.
• Professional certifications like CPA, CMA, and ACCA.
• Proficiency in SAP, ANAPLAN, and advanced reporting tools.

Job Offer

• Permanent position within a reputable organisation.
• Opportunity to lead high-impact transformation and growth projects in a dynamic environment.
• Inclusive and supportive company culture.

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