Regional Finance Controller (Financial Services)

CALIBER8 PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a Regional Finance Controller to oversee financial operations in the APAC region. You will manage accounting controls, month-end processes, and tax compliance while working closely with the Group CFO. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience in the trading sector, proven leadership skills, and excellent communication abilities. This position is based in Singapore and offers a dynamic working environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional accounting experience with a focus on quantitative trading or general trading sectors.
• Experience in a managerial role within a trading company or public accounting experience in financial services.
• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and enhance accounting control procedures, supervising the accounting team.
• Manage month-end close processes and ensure tax compliance.
• Maintain accurate accounting records including General Ledger and Income Statements.

Skills

Excellent communication

Analytical skills

Intermediate to advanced Excel skills

Multitasking

Detail-oriented

Education

CA/CPA equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Regional Finance Controller (Financial Services)

Our client is a leading quantitative trading business with 4 offices globally. As part of their expansion plans, they are looking to hire an Financial Controller for the APAC Region.

This role will report into the Group CFO based in the US and will be either based in Singapore or Sydney.

This position will work closely with other team members from Finance, Compliance, Trade Operations and Procurement

• Monitor, maintain and improve accounting control procedures and supervise the work of the accounting team
• Manage the completion of the month-end close process for numerous entities, oversee tax compliances and have a strong background to manage transfer pricing topics.
• Maintain complete and accurate accounting records including General Ledger, Income Statement, and Balance Sheet reporting
• Prepare and file monthly, quarterly and annual reports for banks, regulators and other third parties
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly and annual transfer pricing and tax computations
• Participate in budgeting process
• Coordinate financial audits and tax returns filings with outside public accounting firms

Qualities that make great candidates:

• CA/CPA equivalent with 10 + years of professional accounting experience and experience in managerial role with quantitative trading or general trading sectors.
• Experience leading the finance team of a trading company or public accounting experience in the financial services (trading entities) industry
• Excellent communication and analytical skills
• Proficient in MS Office software, specifically intermediate to advanced Excel skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to preparing accurate work