Chief Financial Officer

We are looking for a hands-on and practical Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the finance function across Singapore and Malaysia, reporting to the CEO. This role focuses on strong financial control, governance, cost management while ensuring alignment with the reporting and compliance standards of our listed parent company. The CFO will be a key partner to the CEO, ensuring financial discipline, transparency, and sustainable profitability. This is an operationally focused CFO role with significant governance responsibilities. 1. Financial Leadership & Support • Lead the finance team in Singapore and Malaysia. • Give clear financial advice to help the business make good decisions. • Track profits, costs, and performance. • Work with operations and project teams to improve results. • Develop KPIs and dashboards to help managers track performance. 2. Group Finance Communication & Representation • Act as the main finance contact with the listed parent company. • Present financial results, key changes, and business drivers clearly. • Explain the business reasons behind the numbers, not just the figures. • Handle sensitive topics like provisions, losses, project margins, and risks. 3. Governance, Risk & Internal Controls • Strengthen and maintain a strong internal control system. • Ensure compliance with Singapore and Malaysia regulations. • Manage operational and financial risks. • Ensure proper delegation of authority and approval processes. • Lead audit, review and address audit findings promptly and effectively. 4. Budgeting, Forecasting & Cost Control • Prepare yearly budgets and regular forecasts as requested by parent company • Monitor factory costs, project margins, and overhead spending. • Identify cost-saving opportunities without affecting operations. • Ensure all departments control costs and align spending with company’s financial goals. 5. Cash Flow & working capital Management • Keep track of incoming and outgoing fund, making sure the company has en…