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Seasoned Finance Controller

Finance Controller | Director | Certified Public Accountant (US)

Singapore, APAC

Description

This executive is a seasoned finance leader with over 25 years of experience directing finance operations, controllership, compliance, and planning functions across complex multinational organizations in the Asia-Pacific region. Known for aligning finance strategies with broader business goals, this professional excels in leading large teams, optimizing cost structures, and strengthening financial governance in manufacturing and corporate settings. With profound expertise in financial reporting, audits, and regulatory compliance, this executive serves as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders and is passionate about purpose-driven leadership and continuous operational improvement.

Key Roles

  • •Directed finance operations and long-term financial planning for a major manufacturing site, overseeing budgets, transfer pricing, and regulatory compliance under IFRS and tax standards.
  • •Managed regional controllership for a prominent information services firm with oversight of finance teams and multiple legal entities across APAC, ensuring compliance, audit readiness, and successful integration during growth and acquisitions.
  • •Spearheaded critical ERP system migrations, including major fixed asset data transfers and regional rollout initiatives for financial systems.
  • •Led global initiatives to standardize statutory reporting and outsource compliance processes, achieving significant cost reductions and efficiency improvements.
  • •Managed financial close cycles, profit and loss reviews, forecasting, and audit processes within large multinational environments, consistently delivering timely, actionable insights.

Meet Me

I’m a dedicated finance executive with over 25 years of leadership experience in complex global settings. I specialize in transforming finance functions into strategic partners that contribute to overall business success. Passionate about building strong teams, establishing robust governance, and aligning finance operations with corporate objectives, I take a pragmatic, hands-on approach centered on tangible outcomes and continuous improvement.

Personas

Strategic Finance Leader

  • •Designs and governs financial frameworks for global organizations ensuring compliance with IFRS, SOX, and diverse tax regulations.
  • •Leads finance operations aligned with business objectives, driving cost efficiencies and enhanced financial controls.
  • •Partners with senior executives to deliver actionable financial insights supporting strategic decision-making and capital investments.

Superpowers

Superpowers not available

Sweet Spot

Thrives at the intersection of strategic financial stewardship, operational rigor, and regulatory compliance within multinational corporations. This leader's capacity to guide diverse teams through complex business transformations while maintaining strict financial governance uniquely positions them to support sustainable growth and risk-managed expansion.

Functional Skills

Financial Operations & Controllership
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Budgeting & Forecasting- Directed planning, budgeting, and forecasting activities aligning operating and capital expenditures with strategic business priorities.
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P&L and Cash Planning- Managed full profit and loss reviews and cash flow forecasts to guide operational and investment decisions.
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Audit Management- Led internal, regulatory, and statutory audits ensuring compliance and timely certifications while fostering continuous process improvements.
Compliance & Governance
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Regulatory Compliance- Ensured adherence to IFRS, multiple local GAAPs, tax laws, and transfer pricing regulations spanning various jurisdictions.
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Risk & Control Frameworks- Developed and enforced internal controls and corporate governance policies that effectively mitigate risks and uphold standards.
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Tax & Transfer Pricing- Managed indirect and direct tax audits and transfer pricing compliance collaborating with tax authorities.
Systems & Transformation
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ERP Implementations- Led major ERP system rollouts and fixed asset data migrations enhancing system reliability and financial data integrity.
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Process Standardization- Standardized global accounting, reporting, and compliance processes to boost efficiency and consistency.
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Financial Reporting Automation- Improved reporting tools and schedules to deliver timely, actionable business insights at regional and corporate levels.

User Manual

Prefers leadership environments valuing clarity, cross-functional collaboration, and strong governance. Solution-oriented and detail-focused, this executive works best when empowered to lead finance transformations and team development aligned with business strategy. Thrives on purposeful work balancing risk management with operational agility.

Education

  • •Certified Public Accountant credential from a recognized U.S. professional body
  • •Completed advanced stages in cost and management accounting through a leading Indian institute
  • •Bachelor's degree focused on mathematics from a major Indian university

Focus Areas

Financial ControllershipCompliance & GovernanceCost OptimizationPlanning & ForecastingAudit & Risk ManagementTeam Leadership & DevelopmentFinancial Systems Transformation

Industries

Pharmaceutical ManufacturingFinancial ServicesInformation & MediaCorporate Shared Services

Geographical Coverage

Asia PacificIndiaSingaporeChina

Stage

GrowthEnterpriseOperational Excellence

Personal Interests

Continuous ImprovementPurpose-led LeadershipTeam Building

Certifications

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - US
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