Financial Controller

Job Purpose

Act as a strategic financial partner to the Brand by delivering timely, accurate financial insights to support key decision-making. Lead the planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes, ensuring effective resource allocation aligned with business objectives. Drive performance improvement through robust financial analysis, performance monitoring, and enhancement of reporting processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and ad-hoc financial reporting and analysis for management review.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial and management reports to support decision-making.
• Identify areas to improve store-level profitability, especially for underperforming locations.
• Monitor business performance by comparing actuals vs. budget/forecast and provide actionable recommendations.
• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process, including setting store-level profitability targets aligned with business goals.
• Conduct financial feasibility studies for new store openings and renovations; ensure CAPEX aligns with brand strategy and delivers return on investment.
• Oversee and validate the accuracy of monthly closing processes performed by the shared services team, ensuring alignment with forecasted results.
• Strengthen performance management and reporting systems by leveraging data analytics to enhance accuracy and reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA is a plus
• At least 8 years working experience in accounting or financial role, with 2-3 years in management level.
• Experience in food service or retail industry would be an advantage
• In-depth ability of analytical skills, strong communication and presentation skills
• Excellence in English communication and computer literacy