DRIVING CONNECTIVITY
Chart your Course with PIL
With over 55 years of leadership in the global shipping industry, Pacific International Lines (PIL) is looking for proactive individuals to drive innovation and sustainable shipping solutions. If you’re fueled by pioneering ideas, enjoy challenging the status quo, and are determined to make a significant impact, PIL wants you as a part of our dynamic community of maritime professionals.
At PIL, we provide local experiences with a global reach. With our headquarters in Singapore, and services offered at over 500 locations in 90 countries, you will have ample opportunities to work with colleagues from different cultures and communities.
Get On Board for a Dynamic and Purposeful Career.
We are seeking an experienced Regional Financial Controller to join our Finance Regional Office based in Singapore. You will be responsible for all finance, system, treasury and taxation-related matters for our region agencies (Oceania and SEA). You will bring best practice to all region agencies and improve their performance by implementing work improvement projects that are geared towards quality, compliance and efficiency in finance.
Key Responsibilities:
Finance Management:
- Ensure compliance to corporate policies and procedures and uniform accouting policies are adopted across all offices under the Region office
- Ensure statutory audits are conducted within stipulated time frame and filed on time
- Ensure bank reconciliations are performed and resolved monthly
- Accurate and timely financial reporting – ensure book closure processes of all entities
Treasury Management:
- Monitor projected and actual cash flow of agencies on monthly basis
- Negotiate with banks for the best competitive FX rates
- Ensure effective working capital management through monitoring of AR and AP aging and evidence of internal review and actions taken
Tax Management:
- Ensure tax planning policy set by HQ is adhered to
- Conduct tax audits and work with HQ on tax projects
- Ensure compliance to tax regulations in the jurisdiction
Risk Assessment:
- Identify and collate potential risks in all countries periodically after discussion with different stakeholders
- Develop risk mitigation strategy and establish effective internal control to support overall objective
System Controls
- Strengthen the regional finance system to avoid leakage/oversight/potential for fraud
- Develop SOPs for different funcitons to ensure leakages are kept at the minimum
- Implement uniform accounting policies based on company policies where they exist and develop where they are required
ERP Support
- Lead the development of new system implementation
- Provide a single point of contact to work and resolve all issues related to GFS implementation and ongoing support
Regional Office Finance
- Weekly recon of petty cash to cash imprest and to supervise regional office audit
- Construct Regional office admin budgets and to run regional office cost controls
Agency Matters
- Ensure smooth finance operations such as timely and accurate submission of agency statement of accounts (ASA), review of ASA balance reconciliation etc
- Monitor and control Agents in meeting key financial KPIs (ASA Balance, AR, AP, Bank)
- Provide guidance and training to Agents Finance on use LMS/GFS and other PIL systems
MUST HAVE:
- Bachelor Degree in Accountancy, Finance or any related discipline
- Minimum 8 years of experience in Finance, with wide exposure across finance systems, treasury and taxation-related matters
- Preferably having shipping industry experience
- Good communication and stakeholder management skills
WE VALUE:
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities
- A team player with positive working attitude, good communication and effective collaboration across departments.
- Able to manage a team to drive and deliver results
Why Join Us:
- Be part of a leading global carrier with a strong focus on sustainability and innovation.
- Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Application Process:
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume outlining your qualifications and experience to PIL Career Website.
Foreign candidates will be subject to the validity of approved work passes to work in Singapore.
About Us
Incorporated in 1967, Pacific International Lines (PIL) is ranked 12th among the world’s top container shipping lines and is also the largest home-grown carrier in Southeast Asia. Based in Singapore, PIL is a global carrier with a focus on Asia, China, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, Oceania, and the Pacific Islands.
Together with its affiliated companies Mariana Express Lines (MELL) and Malaysia Shipping Corporation, PIL serves customers at over 500 locations in more than 90 countries worldwide with a fleet of 100 container and multi-purpose vessels.
Apart from the core liner shipping business, PIL also has several other business units such as container manufacturing, depot, and logistics services.
PIL strives to meet the needs of its customers by providing value-adding services such as intermodal, breakbulk, and reefer services delivered on innovative technological platforms. With its focus on “Driving Connectivity” and commitment to achieving Net Zero by 2050, PIL aims to be an efficient, sustainable, and future-ready shipping line.
For more information, visit www.pilship.com
Pacific International Lines (PIL) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
