Lead Cost Controller – Maritime (Singapore)

About the role

The finance and controlling team of a global maritime player in Singapore is looking for a Lead Cost Controller. You will own the financial monitoring of a portfolio of vessels, work closely with operational teams, and drive cost visibility and efficiency.

Key responsibilities

• Lead detailed cost monitoring and variance analysis across a portfolio of vessels, ensuring accurate tracking against standards and budgets.
• Partner closely with operational stakeholders to challenge cost performance, provide financial insights and identify optimisation opportunities.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting and monthly closing processes, guaranteeing the accuracy and completeness of financial information and reporting.
• Support and guide the local management control team while contributing to process improvements, reporting tools and best practices.

Required profile

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• Solid experience in management control, cost control or FP&A, preferably in an operational or asset‑intensive environment.
• Strong experience in detailed cost analysis, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
• Good understanding of accounting principles and financial controls with strong attention to data accuracy.
• Strong stakeholder management and business partnering skills, with confidence to challenge operational teams.