Commercial Controller, Retail (6 months maternity) - MNC

• Excellent opportunity to own retail finance for Singapore and Malaysia.

• 6 months maternity cover contract.

About Our Client Our client is a leading international retail organisation with a strong presence across the region. Known for its commitment to operational excellence and sustainable business practices, the company offers a collaborative environment where finance professionals can contribute meaningfully to commercial success. Job Description

• Lead the full spectrum of finance operations, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of financial performance.

• Provide commercial insights through business reviews, financial analysis, KPI monitoring, and recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.

• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and medium-term planning processes in partnership with regional and local leadership teams.

• Oversee cash flow management, working capital optimisation, banking relationships, and treasury-related activities.

• Strengthen governance frameworks by ensuring compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and audit requirements.

• Partner with stakeholders across business functions to identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and support strategic initiatives.

The Successful Applicant A successful Commercial Controller should have:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline

• Proven finance leadership experience within a retail or consumer-facing environment.

• Strong financial planning, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and business partnering capabilities.

• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business recommendations.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at multiple levels of the organisation.

• Resilient, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, commercially driven environment.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to play a key role in shaping commercial and financial performance.

• Exposure to regional stakeholders and strategic business initiatives.

• Broad finance leadership remit covering controllership, FP&A, and business partnering.

This is a temporary role with a competitive remuneration package. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply. Contact Li Xuan Lim (Lic No: R22107137/ EA no: 18C9065) Quote job ref JN-092026-7098556 Phone number +65 6643 9729

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