Regional Financial Controller (Media & Entertainment)

Robert Half International Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the media and entertainment sector is seeking a Regional Financial Controller for APAC to lead financial controllership activities. The role involves overseeing financial reporting and compliance while working closely with regional leadership. Candidates should possess a degree in Accountancy and have at least 12 years of experience in finance, ideally within the media or technology industries. Strong stakeholder management and the ability to operate in a dynamic environment are essential. This role is based in Singapore.

Qualifications

• At least 12 years of experience in finance and accounting within an MN environment.
• Proven experience in handling a regional portfolio.
• Strong background in financial controllership and consolidation.

Responsibilities

• Lead all financial controllership activities across APAC.
• Oversee regional financial reporting and audits.
• Partner with the APAC CFO on financial planning.

Skills

Financial controllership

Multi-country reporting

Stakeholder management

Budgeting and forecasting

Financial planning

Education

Degree in Accountancy or ACCA

CPA/CA or equivalent qualification

Job description

The Company

Our client is a leading player in the media and entertainment industry, with a strong and growing presence across the Asia-Pacific region. They are seeking a Regional Financial Controller, APAC to partner the business during an exciting phase of growth and transformation.

The Role

Reporting directly to the APAC CFO, this is a high-impact regional role with broad exposure across commercial finance, controllership, and leadership of multi-country finance teams. Your responsibilities include:

• Lead all financial controllership activities across APAC, ensuring strong governance, compliance, and internal controls
• Oversee regional financial reporting, statutory accounts, audits, and tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions
• Partner closely with the APAC CFO and regional leadership on financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance management
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, systems, and controls, supporting a fast-paced and evolving business
• Manage and develop regional finance teams, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture
• Act as a key finance stakeholder for regional and global initiatives, including new market entry, restructuring, or transformation projects

Your Profile

As the successful candidate, you will possess a degree in Accountancy or ACCA with the following relevant experience:

• CPA/CA or equivalent qualification preferred
• At least 12 years of experience in finance and accounting within an MN environment, ideally within media, entertainment, technology, or consumer-driven industries
• Proven experience in handling a regional portfolio. International exposure and experience working across cultures within APAC will be a strong advantage.
• Strong background in financial controllership, consolidation, and multi-country reporting
• Proven ability to operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with a hands‑on and solutions‑oriented mindset
• Nimble, agile, and adaptable, with the ability to manage ambiguity and change effectively
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills

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