CFO / Group Financial Controller

About the company

Our client is an established, Singapore-headquartered global distributor of electronic components, serving customers across Asia-Pacific, China, Europe and the Americas.

Your tasks

As the business expands internationally, it is seeking a hands-on finance leader to strengthen its finance operations and governance while supporting IPO readiness, fundraising and its next phase of growth.

Reporting directly to the C-suite, you will lead the finance function and partner closely with senior management on financial strategy and business performance. You will oversee finance teams in Singapore and China, combining operational leadership with the ability to drive strategic and capital market initiatives.

• Lead the company’s financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning.
• Oversee the full spectrum of finance operations, including accounting, treasury, tax, financial reporting and internal controls.
• Deliver timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Drive IPO readiness and execution, including financial due diligence, regulatory disclosures, prospectus preparation and coordination with external advisers.
• Support fundraising activities, investor relations and communications with the investment community.
• Strengthen financial governance, policies and controls to support international growth and public market requirements.
• Lead and develop finance teams in Singapore and China, ensuring consistent reporting and effective collaboration.
• Oversee China statutory, tax and regulatory compliance in partnership with local finance staff and external advisers.
• Advise senior management and the Board on financial performance, business risks and growth opportunities.
• Manage relationships with auditors, banks, legal advisers and other external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related discipline. A professional qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CFA or equivalent, or an MBA, would be advantageous.
• At least 10-15 years of progressive finance leadership experience, including a minimum of 5 years as a CFO, Finance Director or Financial Controller.
• Proven experience managing full-spectrum finance operations in a dynamic, growth-oriented business.
• Proven IPO experience, with strong knowledge of financial reporting, governance and internal controls. Candidates from Big 4 firms with IPO experience are also welcome to apply.
• Fluency in Mandarin is required to communicate effectively with China-based finance staff, regulators, investors and business stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of international accounting standards and cross-border financial compliance.
• Confident communication and stakeholder management skills, including engagement with C-suite executives and the Board.

• A strategic mindset, hands-on approach and high standards of integrity and discretion.