Global Finance Controller

About the Company

We are partnering with a leading IT services and solutions provider headquartered in Singapore, with operations spanning multiple countries. The company specializes in innovative IT solutions, staffing services, and digital transformation strategies across diverse industries. Renowned for its commitment to excellence and strong client partnerships, the company empowers businesses to achieve operational efficiency and sustainable growth through tailored technology solutions.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join as a Global Finance Controller, leading regional finance operations and ensuring robust financial governance across multiple geographies. You'll drive financial strategy, compliance, and reporting to support the company's global growth and transformation initiatives in a rapidly expanding IT services organization.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee accounting operations for all global entities, ensuring compliance with local and international accounting standards (SFRS/IFRS)
• Consolidate financial results across countries and deliver accurate, timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Manage and optimize budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes across regions
• Monitor business performance using key financial and operational KPIs relevant to the IT services industry

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure tax, audit, and regulatory compliance in all operating countries
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and local authorities in multiple jurisdictions
• Implement and enforce strong internal controls and financial governance processes globally

Cash Flow & Treasury Management

• Manage cash flow across entities, including inter-company transactions, currency management, and funding requirements
• Develop strategies for working capital optimization and efficient fund repatriation across borders

Team & Systems Leadership

• Manage and mentor local and regional finance teams, ensuring alignment with global finance policies
• Lead the implementation or optimization of ERP and financial systems across regions
• Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Sales, and Operations on strategic projects including transfer pricing, cost allocations, and international expansions

Required Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification required
• 12–14 years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 3+ years as a Controller or senior finance role in multinational IT or professional services organizations
• Strong expertise in financial reporting, consolidation, and compliance across multiple jurisdictions
• Proven experience with ERP systems and financial management platforms
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling
• Excellent leadership and team management capabilities
• Strong communication skills with ability to present to senior leadership and external stakeholders

💰 Compensation not publicly listed. Market estimate for similar roles: from $90K, varying by experience and location.