Regional Financial Controller (Media & Entertainment)

Robert Half Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading player in the media sector is seeking a Regional Financial Controller responsible for overseeing financial controllership across APAC. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial governance and multi-country reporting, alongside 12 years of relevant experience, preferably within media, entertainment, or technology industries. This position requires the ability to manage and develop finance teams while operating effectively in a dynamic environment. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 12 years of experience in finance and accounting within an MN environment.
• Proven experience in handling a regional portfolio across APAC.
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all financial controllership activities across APAC.
• Oversee regional financial reporting, audits, and tax compliance.
• Manage and develop regional finance teams.

Skills

Financial controllership

Stakeholder management

Dynamic environment adaptability

Multi-country financial reporting

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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Please send your resume, in WORD format only and quote reference number STE11639890, by clicking the apply button. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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