Description

We are currently partnering with a cutting-edge high-frequency trading (HFT) firm that leverages technology, quantitative research and algorithms to trade in global markets.

They are hiring for a Financial Controller to join their Singapore office; this role will lead the firm's finance function, driving financial strategy, strengthening governance, and ensuring accurate, compliant, and efficient financial operations.

This role will be responsible for supporting the following:

• Drive the firm's financial strategy and provide meaningful input into key commercial, governance, and strategic decisions.
• Oversee day-to-day finance operations, ensuring strong controls, accurate reporting, and full regulatory compliance.
• Lead monthly and quarterly close processes and deliver timely, high-quality financial statements.
• Strengthen accounting systems, internal controls, and finance workflows to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Prepare and review financial and management reports, including consolidation, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow statements.
• Manage audit, tax, and statutory matters through close collaboration with external auditors, bankers, and advisors.
• Manage vendor and procurement processes, including bill approvals, contract terms, payment cycles, and control checks.
• Prepare board-level financial presentations and deliver analytical insights to support senior-level decision-making.
• Oversee ACRA filings, corporate secretarial documentation, and governance-related compliance.
• Review and assess legal, commercial, and financial contracts to safeguard the firm's interests and ensure regulatory and financial alignment.

To be eligible for this role you will require

• Chartered Accountant (ISCA / CPA or equivalent).
• At least 5 years of relevant experience as a Financial Controller in a multi-entity structure, with exposure to governance and contract oversight.
• Experience in consultancy environments, especially in financial reporting, compliance, or contract review.
• Strong ability to interpret and evaluate secretarial documents, legal agreements, commercial contracts, and financial terms.

Please contact Michael Durkin - email your cv directly in word format with job reference no. JOB-15803 to michaeldurkin@theedgepartnership.com

Please note that due to the high number of applications only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us in the next 5 business days we regret to inform you that your application for this position was unsuccessful.

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