Group Financial Controller
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced Group Financial Controller to lead and oversee financial management, reporting, compliance, and internal controls. This role involves coordinating with headquarters and senior management to ensure accurate financial governance within construction and infrastructure project environments. The successful candidate will play a key leadership role in supporting business operations, decision-making, and financial discipline.
Responsibilities
- Lead financial reporting and group consolidation
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow
- Manage internal controls, audit, and tax compliance
- Coordinate financial activities with headquarters
- Lead and mentor the finance team
Required Skills
- 8-12 years financial leadership experience
- Proficiency in ERP and financial reporting tools
- Expertise in construction/project accounting
- Strong knowledge of statutory compliance
- English and Chinese language proficiency
Job Details
Key Responsibilities:
1. Financial Reporting & Group Consolidation:
- Lead the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management accounts.
- Oversee group consolidation ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Ensure reports are submitted to management and headquarters within required timelines.
- Monitor reporting accuracy, month-end closing, and reconciliations.
- Prepare financial analysis and reporting packs for senior management.
2. Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Control:
- Lead annual budgeting, financial forecasting, and cash flow planning.
- Monitor budget versus actual performance and analyze cost trends and financial risks.
- Support cost control, profitability analysis, and business decision-making.
- Oversee cash flow management, fund utilization, and working capital control.
3. Internal Controls, Compliance & Governance:
- Establish and strengthen internal controls, financial procedures, and governance processes.
- Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, tax regulations, and company policies.
- Review financial workflows and documentation standards.
- Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and reporting quality.
4. Audit, Tax & Regulatory Matters:
- Manage year-end audit processes and liaise with external auditors, tax agents, and bankers.
- Oversee tax compliance including corporate tax, GST, and withholding tax.
- Support resolution of audit findings and regulatory financial obligations.
5. Headquarters Reporting & Stakeholder Management:
- Act as the key finance contact for coordination with the parent company and headquarters.
- Prepare and submit regular financial reports, forecasts, and management updates.
- Facilitate communication between local finance and headquarters regarding policies and procedures.
6. Team Leadership & Finance Operations:
- Lead and supervise the finance team in day-to-day operations.
- Review output to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery.
- Oversee daily finance operations including receivables, payables, and general ledger control.
Requirements:
- Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related discipline.
- Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CPA, CA) is an advantage.
- Minimum 8 to 12 years of relevant experience in a managerial or leadership capacity.
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, group consolidation, and internal controls.
- Experience in construction, engineering, or project-based environments is preferred.
- Experience reporting to a parent company or headquarters is required.
- Strong analytical, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, financial reporting tools, and ERP systems.
- Fluent in English; ability to communicate in Chinese is an advantage.