Business Controller – 1 Year Contract (Singapore)

About the role

An established global retail organisation is looking for a Business Controller to join its regional Finance team in Singapore on a one‑year contract. The role combines financial planning, analysis, business partnering and strategic sourcing, providing insight to senior stakeholders across multiple functions and geographies.

Key responsibilities

• Support regional financial planning, forecasting and monthly management reporting, including P&L and variance analysis.
• Deliver actionable financial insights to aid management decision‑making and evaluate business performance.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to model new initiatives, assess financial impact and support key decisions.
• Conduct market research, competitor intelligence and data analysis for strategic sourcing opportunities.
• Enhance reporting and planning processes, simplify workflows and contribute to digital transformation within Business Controlling.

Required profile

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with at least 5 years of experience in Business Controlling or FP&A.
• Strong analytical and business partnering capabilities.
• Proven ability to work independently in a fast‑paced regional environment and collaborate across functions and geographies.

Required skills

• SAP
• BI/reporting tools
• Google Workspace for collaborative financial modelling
• Python (or Apps Script) for data maintenance
• Experience with AI tools to improve workflows and data modelling