Senior Finance Manager / Deputy Finance Controller

Join a Globally Diversified Investment and Trading Group

UP to SGD 15,000 basic + AWS and performance-based variable bonus
Shenton Way, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Regional travel required to Africa approximately 2-3 times annually, with each trip lasting about one month
Annual leave starts from 12 days, increasing progressively to a maximum of 17 days

An established international group with operations spanning commodities, energy, logistics, and strategic investments is seeking a high-calibre finance leader to join its Singapore headquarters. With a strong regional footprint and growing international presence, the organisation offers exposure to complex cross-border operations, strategic financing activities, and senior stakeholder engagement at the highest levels.

This is an excellent opportunity for finance professionals with listed-company experience who are looking to step into a commercially impactful leadership role with regional exposure and long-term growth potential.

Role Overview

Reporting to senior finance leadership, the Senior Finance Manager / Deputy Finance Controller will oversee full-spectrum finance operations while supporting strategic financing, governance, and capital management initiatives.

The role combines operational finance leadership with strategic business partnering and offers exposure to banking relationships, treasury management, board-level reporting, and listed-company governance standards.

Candidates with strong technical finance foundations, commercial acumen, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced international environment will thrive in this position.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

Lead end-to-end finance functions including financial accounting, management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting in compliance with applicable accounting standards and internal policies
Support statutory reporting, audits, and financial close processes alongside senior finance leadership

Business Finance & Strategic Support

Partner with business units and management teams to deliver financial insights and decision support
Drive business planning, cost optimisation, capital expenditure evaluation, and profitability analysis
Provide scenario planning and forward-looking financial analysis to support strategic decision-making

Capital, Treasury & Financing

Support financing activities including banking facilities, refinancing exercises, and funding arrangements
Prepare cash flow forecasts, funding analyses, and financial models for capital planning
Monitor banking covenants, treasury matters, and liquidity management
Maintain strong relationships with banks, financial institutions, and external advisors

Governance & Listed-Company Readiness

Strengthen financial governance, internal controls, and regulatory compliance
Coordinate audit processes with external auditors and advisors
Apply listed-company reporting standards and governance best practices
Support preparation of board materials and management presentations

Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with senior leadership on finance operations and strategic initiatives
Engage with key stakeholders including banks, shareholders, auditors, and government-related agencies
Support process improvement initiatives across finance operations and reporting standards
Participate in special projects and ad-hoc strategic assignments

Requirements

Professional Qualifications & Experience

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline from a reputable university
Professional qualification such as CPA, CA, ACCA, or equivalent preferred
5 years of finance experience with Big 4 experience
Experience in listed companies is essential
Exposure to PRC-related business environments is advantageous
Strong hands-on experience across accounting, reporting, budgeting, and business finance
Working knowledge of financing, treasury, and banking arrangements
Strong understanding of Singapore regulatory and governance frameworks
Proven analytical, financial modelling, and presentation skills
Experience managing teams of at least 10 members