Group Financial Controller

About the Role

BIPO is seeking an experienced Group Financial Controller to be based in Singapore. This role requires on-site presence and operates within the Technology, Information, and Media industry sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of consolidated financial statements under IFRS for all the group's diverse business units and geographic locations.
• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, including oversight of intercompany transactions and eliminations.
• Supervise external auditors and complete statutory audits for the group and principal operating entities.
• Develop and maintain the financial governance and internal controls framework, and conduct risk-based control reviews across units to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide guidance and functional oversight over tax compliance and transfer pricing regulations across applicable jurisdictions.
• Drive initiatives that enhance finance functions through transformation projects emphasizing process automation, reporting accuracy, and data quality.
• Lead, mentor, and cultivate a skilled, multi-entity finance team fostering accountability and continual improvement.

Candidate Profile

• Possesses a degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related field; professional qualifications such as CA or CPA are preferred.
• Brings at least 15 years of progressive financial experience, including a minimum of 5 years in group or multi-entity controllership roles.
• Experience in Big 4 or equivalent professional services combined with commercial sector exposure is highly desirable, especially within software or business services.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge covering consolidation, mergers and acquisitions accounting, and complex IFRS standards application.
• Proven success in managing external auditors and completing statutory audits effectively.
• Hands-on experience with Tier 1 ERP solutions such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalents, with additional advantage if familiar with NetSuite.
• Exhibits excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills suitable for interacting with Boards, executives, and international teams.
• High integrity, sound commercial judgment, and capability to function within a multifaceted, stakeholder-rich environment.
• Business fluency in both English and Chinese languages.