Financial Controller (Construction / Projects)
1 month ago
Job Responsibilities:Lead and oversee the financial management and control functions across projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and.....
Job Responsibilities:
- Lead and oversee the financial management and control functions across projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance with financial policies and regulations.
- Work closely with project teams, Quantity Surveyors, and HR to develop and monitor project funding requirements, cash flow projections, and quarterly rolling forecasts.
- Review and analyse financial performance (actual vs budget), identify variances, and provide actionable insights to management for decision-making.
- Manage and optimize the Group’s cash flow, banking facilities, and liquidity position, ensuring efficient utilization of financial resources.
- Oversee sourcing, evaluation, and negotiation with banks, insurers, and financial institutions for project-related instruments, including bank guarantees, bonds, and insurance policies.
- Develop and implement foreign exchange (forex) risk management strategies, including forecasting currency requirements and managing forward contracts to minimise exposure.
- Liaise with bankers, auditors, corporate secretaries, insurers, and regulatory bodies on all finance-related matters.
- Oversee corporate secretarial coordination, including resolutions, statutory filings, and governance requirements.
- Prepare and present comprehensive monthly financial and management reports, including:Cash flow projectionsBanking facilities and utilization summariesLC and invoice financing reportsBonds and insurance statusForex exposure and forward contractsCorporate resolutions and governance updates
- Provide strategic financial advice and insights to senior management to support business planning and operational decisions.
- Strengthen internal controls, ensure compliance with financial regulations and corporate governance standards, and drive process improvements.
- Lead and mentor finance team members and provide coordination support when required.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent professional qualification (e.g. ACCA, CPA).
- Minimum 8–12 years of relevant experience, preferably in construction, engineering, or project-based environments.
- Strong experience in cash flow management, project financing, and financial planning & analysis (FP&A).
- Proven track record in banking relationships, financing instruments (BG, LC), and insurance management.
- Experience in forex risk management and treasury functions will be highly advantageous.
- Good understanding of corporate governance and regulatory compliance in Singapore.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Meticulous with excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
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