Financial Controller

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded

Financial Controller

to oversee the financial accounting, reporting, controls and compliance functions of the organisation.

The Financial Controller will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information, maintaining robust financial controls, and providing timely insights to support business decision-making. The role will work closely with senior management and cross-functional stakeholders across the organisation and, where applicable, regional or country finance teams.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting & Accounting

Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting in accordance with applicable accounting standards and company policies.

Ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end closing processes.

Review general ledger, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, provisions and other accounting entries.

Monitor and manage the financial accounting activities of the business.

Ensure appropriate accounting treatment for complex and non-routine transactions.

Prepare financial statements, management reports and analysis for senior management and relevant stakeholders.

Coordinate with external auditors and manage the annual audit process.

2. Financial Planning & Analysis

Support the annual budgeting and forecasting processes.

Monitor actual performance against budget and forecast, identifying key variances and business drivers.

Provide financial analysis and insights to support management decision-making.

Partner with business leaders to evaluate financial implications of commercial initiatives, investments and operational decisions.

Support cash flow forecasting and working capital management.

3. Financial Controls & Compliance

Establish, implement and maintain effective internal financial controls and processes.

Ensure compliance with relevant statutory, tax, accounting and regulatory requirements.

Identify financial and operational risks and recommend appropriate mitigating controls.

Review and improve finance policies, procedures and approval processes.

Support internal and external audits and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.

Work with tax advisors and relevant authorities on tax compliance matters where required.

4. Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

Monitor cash flow, liquidity and working capital requirements.

Oversee accounts receivable, accounts payable and collection activities.

Review credit exposure and outstanding receivables and work with relevant stakeholders to improve cash collection.

Ensure appropriate controls over payments, banking activities and cash management.

5. Business & Commercial Partnership

Partner with senior management and business functions to provide financial insights and challenge business decisions where appropriate.

Translate financial data into meaningful business recommendations.

Support commercial and operational teams in evaluating business cases, investments, cost initiatives and other strategic projects.

Develop and maintain financial KPIs and dashboards to support business performance monitoring.

6. Process Improvement & Systems

Drive continuous improvement of finance processes, controls and reporting.

Identify opportunities to automate and streamline finance activities.

Support the implementation, enhancement and optimisation of ERP and finance systems.

Ensure data integrity and consistency across financial systems and reporting platforms.

7. Team Leadership

Lead, coach and develop the finance team to ensure effective delivery of finance operations and reporting.

Establish clear objectives, responsibilities and performance expectations for the team.

Promote a culture of accountability, accuracy, continuous improvement and business partnership.

Qualifications & Experience

Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline.

Professional accounting qualification such as

CA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent

is preferred.

Minimum

8 years of relevant finance and accounting experience

, with experience in a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or similar senior finance role.

Strong knowledge of financial accounting, management reporting, budgeting and financial controls.

Experience managing month-end and year-end closing processes and external audits.

Strong understanding of Singapore accounting standards, statutory and tax requirements.

Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.

Experience managing and developing finance teams.

Regional or multi-entity experience would be an advantage.

Key Competencies

Strong technical accounting and financial management skills.

Commercial acumen and ability to understand business drivers.

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

High attention to detail and accuracy.

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to challenge constructively and influence senior stakeholders.

Strong organisational and time-management skills.

Proactive, hands-on and results-oriented.

High level of integrity and professionalism.

[Global Footwear is a APAC Regional Office for the Bata Organisation, total of 5 regions across the world.]

BATA, a multinational corporation specializing in footwear, apparel, and fashion accessories, traces it origin back to 1894 and is headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland. The company’s mission is to offer sustainable and affordable footwear solutions while prioritizing comfort. In 2010, BATA introduced the BATA Children’s Program, an initiative dedicated to assisting underprivileged children in the communities where the company operates. BATA cultivates a distinctive corporate culture that values service, encouraging its employees to actively contribute to creating safer, strong communities and fostering innovative living and working environments. Come join us and start making a difference in every step we take~