Our mission and where you fit in
At Employment Hero, we're a team on a mission to simplify the world of work for SMBs globally.
We've grown exponentially (100% YoY) and are now a unicorn status SaaS business, serving 300,000 businesses globally with over 2 million users on our platform. But this is only the beginning of our story, we have huge aspirations for accelerated growth in the years ahead.
Having first launched in South East Asia in late 2020, this region is now firmly established and ready to scale as a key growth market for Employment Hero.
What your days might look like
The Financial Controller will oversee the financial health of our organisation by managing financial reporting, analysis, and accounting processes. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills to manage a team of direct reports. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with international financial standards, optimise financial performance, and contribute to the company's strategic goals.
You'll be accountable for
- Oversee all financial activities and accounting operations including managing A/P, A/R, GL, Revenue recognition and cashflow forecasting
- Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for management and external stakeholders
- Monitor cash flow, forecasting and liquidity across all global entities
- Provide insightful analysis and recommendations to optimise financial performance and drive business growth
- Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 10 finance professionals
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the finance team
- Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making processes
- Identify trends, variances, and opportunities for financial improvement
- Implement and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets
- Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data and reports
- Collaborate with senior management to develop financial strategies and long-term plans
- Provide insights and recommendations to support business growth
- Identify and mitigate financial risks
- Develop business processes and policies to strengthen internal controls
What you'll need to bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA, ACA or ACCA, or equivalent certification essential
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in financial management, preferably in a SaaS or technology company
- Proficiency in financial software and Netsuite ERP system
- Strong understanding of GAAP, IFRS, and other relevant accounting standards
- Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage and inspire a team
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights
- Ability to think strategically and contribute to the overall business strategy
- Critical and creative thinker - be able to come up with new best practice processes and solutions to day-to-day challenges
- Experience in a high growth start-up/ scale up with multiple subsidiaries is desirable
What you can expect from life at Employment Hero
- Remote First principles: at Employment Hero, we're not just working remotely; we're integrating flexibility and global reach into the heart of our daily operations. We also recognise the value of face-to-face connection, and organise local and global gatherings throughout the year to celebrate our wins and make meaningful connections with our colleagues
- Operating like a Startup: we operate like a startup and we will continue to do so. Our Heroes are connected with our mission and have all the resources and information at hand to make great decisions and move very quickly
- Mission first prioritisation: our mission is to make employment easier and more valuable for everyone. This means we prioritise only the work which is absolutely essential to our Mission, Vision, BHAG and provides the highest velocity to BHAG
Our benefits and perks include
- Remote-first and flexible working arrangements
- A generous budget to spend on setting up your home office ($700 SGD in Singapore; 1470 MYR in Malaysia)
- We set you up for success with the latest and greatest hardware, tools and tech
- Learning and development - we provide access to the largest digital learning library through Go1, complemented by internal training programs and an external study policy
- Reward & recognition - Hero Points are awarded in recognition of hard work and dedication. Points have a monetary value and can be converted to gift cards which can be spent at a variety of brands. Earn points for milestones such as birthdays & anniversaries, and embodying our 5 core values
- Swag app offers
- Employment Hero merch
- Quarterly social events and team celebrations
- Employee Share Option Program: be an owner of Employment Hero
- Annual Global Gathering - annually, we unite our remote teams worldwide for an unforgettable, all-expenses-paid trip. This year, we're headed to Bali!
Are we a match?
Upon applying, you can anticipate a thorough review of your application, followed by an engaging interview process should your application be selected. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to meet with relevant stakeholders, gaining valuable insights into the organisation and the role.
