Financial Reporting and Control
- Ensuring financial reporting is in compliance with appropriate GAAP standards (including SFRS and IFRS when applicable) and regulatory requirements.
- Lead the preparation, review and ownership of month-end financial reporting, including P&L, balance sheet and supporting schedules
- Own budget vs. actual reporting, forecasting processes, and financial performance analysis
- Drive improvements in reporting accuracy, timeliness, and transparency
Regulatory & Compliance Ownership
- Take ownership of all financial regulatory reporting requirements and deadlines, including MAS obligations
- Act as a key liaison with regulators, external advisors, auditors, and internal compliance teams
- Ensure ongoing monitoring of regulatory developments and implementation of required changes
- Maintain strong oversight of client money, regulatory controls, and compliance frameworks (where applicable)
Audit Leadership
- Lead financial, regulatory, and tax audits end-to-end, including planning, coordination, and delivery
- Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors in Singapore
- Ensure timely resolution of audit findings and implementation of improvements
Process, Controls & Continuous Improvement
- Own and enhance financial processes, procedures, and internal controls to ensure accuracy and robustness
- Proactively identify control gaps and implement scalable solutions
- Drive efficiency initiatives, including streamlining the month-end close process
- Ensure documentation of all accounting policies, procedures, and control frameworks
Business Partnering & Stakeholder Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local and global stakeholders, including senior leadership
- Support the Regional Head of Finance and local management in decision-making through financial insights
- Participate in the Singapore Office Monthly Management Committee, providing financial input and oversight
Regional & Operational Support
- Support global finance initiatives and cross-border operations
- Collaborate with APAC finance teams to ensure consistency and alignment in processes and reporting
Leadership & Ownership Expectations
- Operate with a high degree of autonomy and accountability consistent with an Assistant Financial Controller level
- Provide guidance and informal leadership across finance processes and projects
- Take full ownership of key deliverables, ensuring deadlines are met and quality is maintained
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance from four-year college or university,
- Professional qualification (CA, CPA or equivalent) is preferred
Skills & Experience
- 5–8 years of experience in a financial services environment (preferably trading platforms, fintech, or payments)
- Strong experience in financial reporting, audit coordination, and regulatory compliance
- Exposure to regulatory reporting for CMS license holders or similar regimes is advantageous
- Experience working in multinational, matrixed environments
- Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel capabilities
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Key Success Factors
- Ability to transition from execution-focused tasks to full ownership of finance functions
- Strong communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders
- Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and control enhancement
- Confidence operating at a country-level finance leadership role
