Group Financial Controller

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly strategic and experienced finance professional to join our team as the Group Financial Controller. This role is critical in providing support to the CFO in driving financial excellence across the organization, ensuring robust financial planning, strategic insight, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of strong financial acumen, leadership capabilities, and deep experience in financial reporting within a public company environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Leadership & Oversight

• Lead the end-to-end financial reporting process across all operating companies.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of consolidated group financial and management reports.
• Presentation of financial updates to the Audit and Risk Committee, Board of Directors, and shareholders on a periodic basis.
• Provide insightful financial analysis to guide executives in strategic decision-making.

2. Strategic Planning & Analysis

• Lead strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning processes across the Group.
• Develop and maintain financial models and business partnering aligned to organisational goals.
• Analyze KPIs to identify performance trends and strategic opportunities.
• Conduct market research and competitor benchmarking to support growth strategies.

3. Internal Controls

• Design, implement and maintain a strong control framework ensuring compliance with statutory and corporate governance requirements
• Develop and enforce policies and procedures that promote strong governance and transparency.

4. Financial Policies & Risk Management

• Develop and implement financial frameworks that support sustainable growth and profitability.
• Proactively identify and manage financial risks, including operational, market, and regulatory risks across the Group.
• Drive consistency in financial policy application across all business units.

Skills & Qualities

• Strategic thinker with a strong commercial mindset and financial insight.
• Proven leadership and team management skills across diverse teams.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Comfortable operating in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline.
• Master’s degree or professional certification (CA/CPA) strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 12 years' experience in finance, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience in public company financial reporting, with exposure to NASDAQ and/or SGX regulations.
• Track record of working closely with Boards, executive leadership, and auditors.