Financial Controller

Job Description : FC SINGAPORE An exciting Finance Controller - APAC job has become available at a French energy company. Reporting to the Finance Director, the Finance Controller - APAC is responsible for all finance operations and controls for the APAC region. Oversees operational accounting and tax, tax advisory, define accounting and tax policies, finance control and compliance, financial planning and analysis, budgeting and long term planning (LTP), M&A support (finance and tax due diligence) and new market entry accounting and tax advisory Review group monthly reporting submitted by the Finance team and group reporting (CAP) quarterly Ensure timely and accurate closing of finance and accounting activities monthly and reporting Ensure timely monthly group reporting to HQ and review monthly consolidated management reporting for the Group in comparison of business targets and rolling forecast Oversee of group year-end audit and annual corporate tax submission and review inter-company and intra-group transactions to ensure accounts are booked and reconciled timely Review and support the annual budget, Long Term Planning and regular forecasting Support finance and tax advisory on strategic projects in the hub Review Group tax filings and returns (e.g. withholding tax, VAT, annual tax returns, etc.) Lead the implementation of finance operations with new market entry, Joint Venture setup and M&A migration Performed accounting advisory to align business objectives and business partnering new market entry and investments To succeed in this Finance Controller - APAC role, you will need to have strong accounting skills and have good communication skills to partner with the regional teams. Big 4 candidates are preferred. Minimum of eight years' experience across professional accounting, FP&A and financial reporting in MNC. Preferred experience with energy business and financial modelling Knowledge of capital intensive project cost management and accounting Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance Professional certifications (e.g. ACCA, CA, CIA, FRM) are preferred Knowledge of internal control principles Good knowledge of IFRS and international tax Knowledge of ERP system. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics is an added advantage Knowledge of Jet report and Power BI will be an added advantage Success-oriented and comfortable working in a dynamic, high pressure and fast-pace environment Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

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