Finance Manager/Controller

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Founder at Reality Marble & Emerald Lane. Partner at Caballeros Capital.

Location: Remote

Position Type: Contract / Freelance

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Position Overview

We are looking for a hands-on and proactive Financial Controller/Finance Manager to lead and own our internal finance and accounting operations. This role will primarily focus on bookkeeping, reporting, financial controls, cash flow management, and tax compliance for the company. The ideal candidate is an experienced accountant with strong U.S. GAAP expertise (IFRS knowledge a plus), a solid grasp of U.S. tax law, and the ability to manage end-to-end financial operations. Audit or transaction support experience (e.g., buy-side due diligence) is a great plus, but optional. Remote-first role with quarterly in-person company offsites.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Finance (Core)

• Oversee daily accounting operations including AP, AR, general ledger, and reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure timely month-end and year-end closing.
• Prepare and analyze the three core financial statements: Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement.
• Establish, monitor, and continuously improve financial control systems to ensure accuracy, compliance, and risk management.
• Manage vendor invoicing, collections, payroll, and cash flow monitoring.
• Develop and maintain a rolling 13-week cash flow report to support liquidity management.
• Build and maintain financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and business decision-making.
• Provide scenario analysis and cash flow projections to management.
• Experience supporting external audits of company accounts is valued, though optional and not required
• Exposure to buy-side financial due diligence is a strong plus, though not required.

Tax & Compliance

• Prepare and file U.S. corporate tax returns and ensure compliance with applicable tax regulations.
• (Optional) Manage Singapore tax filings (corporate income tax, GST) with external advisors.
• Liaise with auditors, tax authorities, and external advisors when necessary.

HR & Administrative Support

• Maintain proper filing systems for contracts, invoices, and corporate records.
• Assist in preparing and sending out contract templates and related documents.
• Support basic HR functions, such as maintaining employee records and coordinating payroll/benefits with external providers.

Process Improvement & Leadership

• Proactively design and implement internal control systems to strengthen financial discipline.
• Identify opportunities for process automation and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in a Big 4 Accounting firm, ideally in a managerial or senior role.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP; IFRS knowledge or willingness to learn is an advantage.
• Practical experience with U.S. tax law (Singapore tax experience is a plus).
• Familiarity with audit processes and buy-side financial due diligence is a great plus but optional.
• Controller-level experience is a strong advantage.

Key Skills

• Strong command of financial reporting, tax compliance, and financial modeling.
• Expert understanding of the three core financial statements and their interconnections.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and capable of critical evaluation.
• Highly organized; able to maintain orderly records and documents.
• Proactive in identifying and solving problems; initiates process improvements without being prompted.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.

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