Director, FP&A

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The FP&A Director is responsible for the Corporate and AWC FP&A and Finance Business Partnering function in order to improve decision making and optimize financial profitability.

Based in Singapore, this role includes key FP&A functions such as corporate P&L and balance sheet forecasting, as well as partnering with key senior business leaders across Sales, Product, and Finance functions to drive business outcomes through financial insights, analysis, and execution.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and is passionate about partnering with the business to make data-driven decisions. The role requires strong analytical skills, cross-functional collaboration, and a strategic mindset to support both day-to-day operations and long-term planning.

The role reports to the CFO and will be an integral member of the senior finance leadership team.

Corp FP&A

· Partner with regional Finance to develop annual budgets and quarterly forecasts that drive growth and efficiency, while delivering high return on investment

· Partner with Engineering to establish ROIs and drive appropriate prioritization.

· Help business partners gain key insights into spend with important and actionable analyses

· Provide ad hoc analytical support to guide operational and strategic decision making

· Review current product cost and pricing structure, recommend pricing amendments to achieve profitability outcomes.

· Review current business cash flow and funding model, recommend future direction and implement agreed actions.

· Create and maintain management reporting packages, including key metrics and KPIs that align to annual and 5 year strategic planning goals

· Identify and lead initiatives to continuously improve, automate, and scale forecasting and reporting tools, processes, and methodologies

· Monitor business KPIs and provide data-driven insights and recommendations to improve performance

· Deliver ad hoc financial analysis to support business decisions (e.g., ROI analysis, DCF, pricing strategy, 5-year planning, cash flow)

· Executive Communication: Present monthly and quarterly financial statements, forecasts and analytical reports to the CFO/CEO, Executive team, as well as Sales and Product teams. Provide recommendations for improving overall performance and profitability.

Finance Business Partnering

· Partner with the Global ARK PU business leader and the Japan MU business leader to drive improved financial performance.

· Oversee the Commercial Finance team to ensure accurate and timely customer financial projections and results.

Finance and IT Projects

· Collaborate with the IT team on digital transformation initiatives (e.g., ERP systems, Power BI dashboards, AI-driven reporting tools)

· Continuously improve internal finance processes and policies, including reporting templates and internal controls

Qualifications & Requirements

· Minimum 10 years of finance experience in software, internet, technology, consulting, or Big 4; with at least 3 years in an FP&A or Finance Business Partner role

· Proven experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic, and startup-like environment—adaptability and agility are a must

· Strong business acumen and a passion for working closely with commercial teams

· Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; CPA / ACCA / CIMA certification is a plus

· Fluent in spoken and written English; Mandarin proficiency is a plus (to facilitate communication with teams in China)

· Advanced financial modelling and PowerPoint skills; familiarity with Power BI, ERP systems, or AI-based financial tools is advantageous

· Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills

· Logical thinker with a strategic, solutions-oriented mindset