Commercial Controller, Retail (6 months maternity) - MNC

• Excellent opportunity to own retail finance for Singapore and Malaysia. • 6 months maternity cover contract. About Our Client Our client is a leading international retail organisation with a strong presence across the region. Known for its commitment to operational excellence and sustainable business practices, the company offers a collaborative environment where finance professionals can contribute meaningfully to commercial success. Job Description • Lead the full spectrum of finance operations, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of financial performance. • Provide commercial insights through business reviews, financial analysis, KPI monitoring, and recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency. • Drive budgeting, forecasting, and medium-term planning processes in partnership with regional and local leadership teams. • Oversee cash flow management, working capital optimisation, banking relationships, and treasury-related activities. • Strengthen governance frameworks by ensuring compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and audit requirements. • Partner with stakeholders across business functions to identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and support strategic initiatives. The Successful Applicant A successful Commercial Controller should have: • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline • Proven finance leadership experience within a retail or consumer-facing environment. • Strong financial planning, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and business partnering capabilities. • Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business recommendations. • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at multiple levels of the organisation. • Resilient, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, commercially driven environment. What's on Offer • Opportunity to play a key role in shaping commercial and financial performance. • Exposure to regional stakeholders and strategic business initiatives. • Broad finance leadership remit covering controllership, FP&A, and business partnering. This is a temporary role with a competitive remuneration package. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply. Contact Li Xuan Lim (Lic No: R22107137/ EA no: 18C9065) Quote job ref JN-092026-7098556 Phone number +65 6643 9729 Michael Page (Personnel) Pte Ltd | Registration No.201736642C