Job Description

Group Financial Controller

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting, Consolidation & Statutory Audit
- Prepare consolidated financial statements across all nine entities in accordance with SFRS(I) and internal Group policies
- Own monthly, half-yearly, and annual closing cycles, ensuring timely, accurate, and well-controlled reporting
- Lead the annual statutory audit process across all entities, serving as the primary counterpart to external auditors
- Oversee management reporting, MIS, and KPI dashboards for the CEO, Executive Chairman, and Board
- Lead results analysis and variance commentary for Group and subsidiary performance

2. SGX Catalist Compliance, Annual Report, AGM & Sustainability Reporting
- Ensure compliance with SGX Catalist Rules, including continuous disclosure obligations
- Prepare half-year and annual financial results announcements
- Lead preparation of the Annual Report and Sustainability Report, including stakeholder materiality assessment and climate-related disclosures
- Coordinate AGM preparation, including financial sections, resolutions, and shareholder materials
- Monitor and report on Interested Person Transactions (IPTs) and IPO proceeds utilisation
- Prepare Audit Committee and Board finance papers; attend AC and Board meetings as required
- Support CEO and Executive Chairman on engagement with sponsors, external auditors, and registrars

3. Internal Controls & Internal Audit
- Design, maintain, and strengthen the Group's internal control framework
- Enforce segregation of duties, authority matrices, and approval workflows
- Lead fraud risk assessment and prevention protocols
- Lead the annual internal audit cycle, including scoping, coordination, and remediation tracking
- Ensure timely closure of all internal and external audit findings
- Serve as an independent check within the executive team, escalating matters of concern as needed

4. Treasury, Cashflow & Banking
- Manage treasury operations and day-to-day liquidity
- Own Group cashflow forecasting, working capital management, and debt covenant monitoring
- Lead banking relationships and manage credit and banking facilities
- Drive new banking facility discussions and negotiations, including preparation of submissions and financial projections

5. Budgeting, Forecasting & Finance Support
- Lead the annual budget cycle and rolling forecast process
- Translate financial performance into clear management reporting and commentary
- Support business units on financial information requests, budget tracking, and variance discussions

6. Systems, Processes & Continuous Improvement
- Drive improvements in financial processes, reporting structures, and controls
- Partner with the Technology team on ERP and finance system implementation and integration
- Standardise workflows and reduce reliance on manual processes
- Establish scalable, well-documented finance processes to support growth

7. Tax & Regulatory
- Oversee Group tax compliance, planning, and transfer pricing arrangements
- Manage statutory filings and regulatory submissions across all subsidiaries

8. Team Leadership & Capability Building
- Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team
- Coach and develop high-potential team members, including technical training on SFRS(I), consolidation, and listed-company reporting
- Build bench strength and succession capability within the finance function
- Establish a high-performing, disciplined, and values-aligned finance culture