Lead, Controlling (1 Year Contract)

Singapore Institute of Management; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institute in Singapore is seeking a Lead, Controlling to oversee financial operations on a 12-month contract. The role includes managing financial reporting, conducting variance analysis, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience, including leadership responsibilities, and a degree in accounting or finance. This position offers the opportunity to drive financial improvement initiatives and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in controlling and statutory reporting.
• At least 3 years of experience in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of group consolidation.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the Group’s financial operations.
• Prepare and consolidate the Group financial statements.
• Conduct detailed financial analysis and variance analysis.
• Manage corporate tax and liaise with external tax agents.
• Oversee fixed asset accounting and maintain asset registers.
• Drive automation and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Professional qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CA)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced Lead, Controlling to join our team on a 12-month contract basis. The Lead Controlling will play a key role in managing and overseeing the Group’s financial operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing strategic financial guidance to support the organization's objectives.

The scope includes but is not limited to the following:

1. Group Accounting & Reporting

• Oversee the preparation and consolidation of the Group financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards, relevant regulatory regulations and policies.
• Review monthly management accounts to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to reporting timelines.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and internal reporting requirements.

1. Financial Performance and Analysis

• Conduct detailed financial analysis, variance analysis, and performance reviews to support management’s decision-making.
• Provide insightful commentary on financial results and identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Support the preparation of management reports, board papers, and presentations.

1. Tax and Compliance

• Manage and coordinate group tax matters, including corporate tax, GST/VAT, and transfer pricing documentation.
• Liaise with external tax agents and auditors to ensure compliance with tax regulations and timely filing.

1. Fixed Asset Management

• Oversee fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, disposals, and periodic physical verification.
• Ensure compliance with group asset policies and maintain proper asset registers.

1. Process Improvement and Controls

• Review and enhance finance and controlling processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
• Drive automation and system improvement initiatives where relevant.
• Support implementation of finance transformation projects as required.

1. Leadership and Collaboration

• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to the Controlling team.
• Foster a strong team culture focused on collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Partner effectively with cross-functional teams and business units to ensure financial alignment with corporate objectives.

1. Deliverables

• Timely submission of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Completion of group audit and tax submissions within deadlines.
• Implementation or recommendation of at least one key process improvement initiative within the contract period.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent professional qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CA).
• Proven experience with minimum 5 years in controlling, statutory reporting and group consolidation, including minimum of 3 years in leading a team.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.