APAC Regional Performance Controller & Finance Director

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Working closely with the General Manager of Pierre Fabre Singapore and various Area Managers, this role serves as a key business partner, providing strategic financial guidance to drive business growth and profitability.

The position leads and manages the finance team through critical reporting periods, including month-end closing, year-end activities, and annual budgeting cycles, while collaborating cross-functionally with stakeholders across the organization.

This role also focuses on building and developing a high-performing finance team to support a dynamic and complex business environment with strong growth potential.

Financial Management & Reporting

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with local SFRS and Group IFRS standards
• Lead monthly closing, consolidation, intercompany reconciliation, and reporting activities in line with Group requirements
• Oversee budgeting, rolling forecast, and five-year planning processes, including analysis and performance tracking
• Manage cash flow forecasting, payment processes, and credit management

Business Partnering & Performance Analysis

• Partner with the General Manager and Area Managers to support strategic decision-making and business growth
• Analyze financial performance, monitor KPIs, and provide actionable insights on risks, opportunities, and profitability improvement
• Develop financial models and business cases to evaluate new business opportunities, launches, and investments
• Support regional business reviews across Singapore and APAC Export markets

Governance, Compliance & Internal Control

• Ensure compliance with local tax regulations and Group policies, with support from external partners and CPA firms
• Drive implementation of internal controls, finance best practices, and process improvement initiatives
• Support internal and external audit activities and ensure readiness of required financial documentation
• Monitor inventory valuation, write-offs, and financial risks

Leadership & Transformation

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing finance team within a dynamic multicultural environment
• Promote finance digitalization and process optimization to improve productivity, data reliability, and operational efficiency
• Support the continued expansion and complexity of the Singapore and APAC business landscape

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Education

• Minimum of Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Experience / Technical Skills

• Minimum 10 years relevant experience
• Proven finance leadership experience within an international and multicultural environment
• Strong expertise in accounting, consolidation, financial planning & analysis (FP&A), and tax
• Solid business partnering and stakeholder management capabilities
• Experience in FMCG and/or Pharmaceutical industries is an advantage
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; knowledge of Microsoft AX is a plus
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Leadership mindset with strong coaching and team development capabilities
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• Fluent English communication skills; French or other Asian languages are advantageous