Independent Reserve

Financial Controller

Independent Reserve  •  Singapore, SG (Hybrid)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description


About the Job:

The Financial Controller will own the financial operations of the Singapore entity, ensuring rigorous accounting, regulatory compliance, and financial reporting. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring deep expertise in both traditional financial controls and the nuances of digital asset accounting. You will work closely with the executive team, external auditors, and our compliance team on all finance-related matters.


Your responsibilities will include:

  • Ownership of the month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation of financial statements in accordance with SFRS / IFRS
  • Maintain robust internal controls, policies, and procedures across the Singapore entity
  • Assist with regulatory reporting obligations to MAS, including MPI licence compliance and safeguarding obligations
  • Oversee GST filings, corporate tax compliance, and transfer pricing documentation in coordination with external advisors
  • Manage relationships with external auditors, assist with annual group audit and lead the annual audit for the local Singapore entity.
  • Support treasury management, liquidity planning, and cash flow forecasting
  • Partner with the CFO on budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling to support strategic decisions
  • Develop and mentor a small finance team, building capability as the business scales

Experience and Skills we are looking for:

  • CA, CPA, or ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
  • 8+ years in finance/accounting, including Big 4 or financial services background
  • Background in fintech, crypto exchange, or payments businesses preferred
  • Strong knowledge of SFRS / IFRS and Singapore tax requirements
  • Experience operating within an MAS-regulated entity (MPI, CMS, or similar)
  • Proven track record of managing audits and external reporting
  • Hands-on experience with crypto or digital asset accounting
  • Experience building finance processes in a fast-scaling environment
  • Prior people management experience

What We Offer

  • A competitive salary
  • A challenging and rewarding role in the dynamic crypto industry
  • A winning, fun, hard-working team
  • Ongoing learning and support
  • Great career development opportunities in a growing company

This is an in-office role, so please do not apply if you are looking for a hybrid or remote opportunity.

Independent Reserve

About Independent Reserve

Founded in 2013, Independent Reserve’s vision was to build Australia’s most secure and trusted way to buy Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Our aim was to transform cryptocurrency technology into secure, robust and regulated financial services, and to do things the right way.

We have now grown to serve over 450,000 customers from Australia, New Zealand and Singapore, who trust Independent Reserve to easily buy and sell Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP and other major cryptocurrencies. Independent Reserve offers a range of innovative features, including the KPMG tax reports, AutoTrader, API integration and world-class security.

Recently we were the first cryptocurrency exchange in Singapore to receive a licence from MAS (the local regulator), ahead of 170 global competitors.

Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Sydney, AU
Year Founded
2013
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