Financial Leadership Position

About the Role:

• We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead our financial operations, ensure robust financial reporting and compliance across multiple jurisdictions, and support strategic financial initiatives.

This role encompasses operational excellence and strategic financial leadership, serving as the primary financial advisor to senior leadership while managing critical external stakeholder relationships.

Strategic Finance & M&A Support

• Support financial aspects of M&A due diligence, target evaluation, and post-acquisition financial integration.
• Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations on capital allocation, investment opportunities, and portfolio optimization.
• Develop and maintain financial models for business valuation, scenario planning, and strategic decision-making.

Financial Operations & Reporting

• Manage day-to-day financial operations, including accounting, reporting, and consolidation across portfolio companies.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements and ensure timely month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with accounting standards across Singapore, Malaysia, and Nepal.
• Support preparation of management reports, budgets, and forecasts with variance analysis.
• Coordinate with external auditors and ensure timely completion of statutory audits.

Financial Control & Compliance

• Implement and maintain robust internal control systems to safeguard assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Support regulatory compliance and financial reporting standards across multiple jurisdictions.
• Monitor and manage financial risks, implementing appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Ensure adherence to corporate governance requirements and internal policies.
• Support tax compliance and statutory reporting requirements.

M&A Support & Investment Analysis

• Support M&A due diligence activities, including financial analysis and data room preparation.
• Assist in financial modeling for investment appraisals and business valuations.
• Support post-acquisition financial integration and standardization of accounting practices.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Support financing activities and capital structure optimization.

Treasury & Cash Management

• Support treasury operations, including cash flow management and working capital optimization.
• Monitor banking relationships and support debt covenant compliance.
• Assist in capital allocation decisions and funding strategies.
• Support foreign exchange risk management across multiple currencies.
• Monitor liquidity positions and support cash management best practices.

Portfolio Company Financial Oversight

• Support portfolio company CFOs in implementing group financial standards and policies.
• Provide guidance on financial reporting requirements and best practices.
• Support standardization of accounting processes and systems across the group.
• Monitor financial performance of portfolio companies and provide analysis.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and capability building across finance teams.

Stakeholder Management & Reporting

• Support senior leadership with financial analysis and strategic insights.
• Prepare board reports and presentations on financial performance.
• Liaise with external auditors, banks, and regulatory bodies.
• Support investor relations activities and external reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with legal and operations teams on financial matters.

Requirements:

• Professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA, ACCA) with 10-15 years of progressive financial experience.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience with consolidation processes.
• Experience in multi-entity, multi-jurisdictional financial management.
• Proven track record in financial control environments and compliance management.
• Experience supporting M&A transactions and post-acquisition integration.
• Advanced proficiency in financial systems, Excel, and reporting tools.