Group Financial Controller

Title: Group Financial Controller - Fuku

URL Source: https://apply.workable.com/j/DE1C967AC5

Markdown Content: Group Financial Controller

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting, Consolidation & Statutory Audit

• Prepare consolidated financial statements across all nine entities in accordance with SFRS(I) and internal Group policies

• Own monthly, half-yearly, and annual closing cycles, ensuring timely, accurate, and well-controlled reporting

• Lead the annual statutory audit process across all entities, serving as the primary counterpart to external auditors

• Oversee management reporting, MIS, and KPI dashboards for the CEO, Executive Chairman, and Board

• Lead results analysis and variance commentary for Group and subsidiary performance

2. SGX Catalist Compliance, Annual Report, AGM & Sustainability Reporting

• Ensure compliance with SGX Catalist Rules, including continuous disclosure obligations

• Prepare half-year and annual financial results announcements

• Lead preparation of the Annual Report and Sustainability Report, including stakeholder materiality assessment and climate-related disclosures

• Coordinate AGM preparation, including financial sections, resolutions, and shareholder materials

• Monitor and report on Interested Person Transactions (IPTs) and IPO proceeds utilisation

• Prepare Audit Committee and Board finance papers; attend AC and Board meetings as required

• Support CEO and Executive Chairman on engagement with sponsors, external auditors, and registrars

3. Internal Controls & Internal Audit

• Design, maintain, and strengthen the Group's internal control framework

• Enforce segregation of duties, authority matrices, and approval workflows

• Lead fraud risk assessment and prevention protocols

• Lead the annual internal audit cycle, including scoping, coordination, and remediation tracking

• Ensure timely closure of all internal and external audit findings

• Serve as an independent check within the executive team, escalating matters of concern as needed

4. Treasury, Cashflow & Banking

• Manage treasury operations and day-to-day liquidity

• Own Group cashflow forecasting, working capital management, and debt covenant monitoring

• Lead banking relationships and manage credit and banking facilities

• Drive new banking facility discussions and negotiations, including preparation of submissions and financial projections

5. Budgeting, Forecasting & Finance Support

• Lead the annual budget cycle and rolling forecast process

• Translate financial performance into clear management reporting and commentary

• Support business units on financial information requests, budget tracking, and variance discussions

6. Systems, Processes & Continuous Improvement

• Drive improvements in financial processes, reporting structures, and controls

• Partner with the Technology team on ERP and finance system implementation and integration

• Standardise workflows and reduce reliance on manual processes

• Establish scalable, well-documented finance processes to support growth

7. Tax & Regulatory

• Oversee Group tax compliance, planning, and transfer pricing arrangements

• Manage statutory filings and regulatory submissions across all subsidiaries

8. Team Leadership & Capability Building

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team

• Coach and develop high-potential team members, including technical training on SFRS(I), consolidation, and listed-company reporting

• Build bench strength and succession capability within the finance function

• Establish a high-performing, disciplined, and values-aligned finance culture