The Governance & Compliance Senior Manager will play a key role in ensuring adherence to corporate compliance and governance standards within the accounting and finance department. This role is based in Singapore and is ideal for professionals who have experience in the industrial/manufacturing industry.
Client Details
Our client is a global electronics manufacturing services provider specializing in advanced connectivity solutions, supporting multinational customers across Asia and other key markets. This role leads regional finance compliance, internal controls, and audit activities, partnering with stakeholders to strengthen governance, ensure regulatory compliance, and support operational growth.
Description
This role is responsible for leading financial compliance, internal controls, governance, and audit activities across regional operations in India, China, and Southeast Asia. The incumbent will support the implementation and maintenance of internal control frameworks, strengthen financial governance, and partner stakeholders to enhance compliance and risk management within a manufacturing environment.
Compliance & Internal Controls
- Support the implementation and ongoing maintenance of internal control frameworks, including SOX-related requirements where applicable.
- Develop, document, and enhance internal financial control policies and procedures.
- Partner with finance and operational teams to strengthen and standardize financial controls across entities.
- Perform control reviews, testing, and follow-up on remediation actions.
- Support periodic certifications and reporting requirements related to internal controls.
Internal Audit & Risk Management
- Plan and conduct internal audits across regional entities.
- Coordinate with internal and external auditors during audit planning, execution, and follow-up.
- Identify process improvement opportunities and recommend enhancements to internal controls.
- Support risk assessments and monitor implementation of risk mitigation actions.
Financial Processes & Governance
- Establish and improve financial processes in alignment with corporate policies and applicable regulations.
- Promote consistency in accounting and financial control practices across entities.
- Support initiatives to improve efficiency, including process standardization and automation.
- Review financial information periodically to ensure accuracy and compliance with relevant accounting standards and policies.
Business Partnering
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Procurement, Legal, and IT, to support strong financial governance.
- Provide compliance and internal control guidance for business initiatives such as system implementations or operational expansions.
Regulatory & Statutory Compliance
- Support timely and accurate submission of statutory filings and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
Profile
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Professional certification such as CA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent is preferred.
- Certification in internal audit or internal controls (e.g., CIA) would be beneficial.
- At least 8 years of relevant experience in finance, compliance, internal audit, or controllership roles.
- Experience in a multinational and/or manufacturing environment.
- Exposure to internal controls, audit, and compliance processes.
- Experience working across multiple entities or regional stakeholders.
- Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.
- Sound understanding of accounting standards, financial controls, and compliance frameworks.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across functions and locations.
- Open to travel, as required for the role.
Job Offer
- Regional role with exposure to multiple markets across Asia, partnering closely with senior finance and business stakeholders.
- Opportunity to strengthen governance and internal control frameworks within an established multinational manufacturing environment.
- Collaborative and structured environment that supports professional growth and continuous development.
Michael Page International Pte Ltd. (Company No. 199804751N) is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To apply online please click the Apply button. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Rachel Hee (Lic No: R22111006 / EA No.: 199804751N ) at +65 6541 9960.
