Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of aerospace and space, cybersecurity and digital identity, we’re driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust.
In Singapore, Thales has been a trusted partner since 1973, originally focused on aerospace activities in the Asia-Pacific region. With 2,000 employees across three local sites, we deliver cutting-edge solutions across aerospace (including air traffic management), defence and security, and digital identity and cybersecurity sectors. Together, we’re shaping the future by enabling customers to make pivotal decisions that safeguard communities and power progress.PURPOSE
This position reports to the CFO and is responsible for managing the central controlling team and controlling function. The main responsibilities of the role are to review and consolidate Month End Reporting, drive budgetary & forecasting cycle (incl. Multi Year Budget -MYB- process), manage financial controlling for Shared Functions and assist CFO with various tasks assigned.
In addition to the above, this position is also responsible for supporting compliance and internal controls requirements (ICQ), and leading finance transformation (ERP, Anaplan, PBI, various tools & processes deployment).
RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
• Coordination and Consolidation of the Multi Year Budget (MYB) prepared by the controllers
• Monthly Consolidation of the P&L and Balance sheet by respective Business Lines.
• Magnitude Reporting as per Thales reporting schedule (A & F Packs, CBN, WCR, headcount, CAPEX & Other reports)
• Monthly Preparation of the Business Operation Review - BOR (consolidation, coordination of internal reviews, follow-up of action plans).
• Produce comprehensive variances synthesis
• Coordination of the preparation of financial outlooks and financial forecasts.
• Produce P&L, Cash / OCF and balance sheet at Domain / BL / GBU / SAE level (actuals) and analysis vs budget, last forecast, prior year (if relevant)
• Balance Sheet Planning & Forecasting
• Analyze consistency of financial data, detect anomalies, compare with last periods, last baselines and targets
• Manage Anaplan OCF and Budget Control in coordination with GBUs
• Risks management, action plans follow-up
Company Financial Control
• Validation budget of Staff Requisition or new hires for Support Functions.
• Monitoring of CAPEX (budget / actual)
• Ownership of the Shared Services/Functions controlling. Benchmark the financial and operational performance
• Manage of all Hosting & Service agreements, from contractual phase to monthly billings, receivables & year-end reconciliation
• Ownership of CDI shared services budgeting
Others (Compliance, Transformation)
• ICQ Audits and Reporting, coordinate Internal Control activities on Finance Control matters
• Management of EDB grants: claims preparation, audit and collections
• Support in IFRS 16 Reporting
• Management of SAP functionalities
• Support Finance Process & Tools maintenance and upgrades
• Deployment of Tools & Services in line with Finance Transformation Activities
REQUIREMENTS
Education
Possess Bachelor or Master degree level qualification, preferably in Accounting or Finance
Possess Professional Accounting Qualification (Certified Public Accountant) is preferred
Experience
Proven track record in a Central Controlling position with strong technical and forecasting capabilities with minimum 5-10 Years of relevant experience
Specific Knowledge
Advanced knowledge of Magnitude Software
Advanced knowledge of ERP SAP ECC 6.0
Advanced knowledge in accounting, budgeting, and cost control
Good knowledge of Power Query, Power BI and Anaplan
Demonstrated ability to lead finance transformation, including process improvement, automation, and digital enablement
Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections
Good knowledge in short and long term budgeting, forecasting and rolling budgets
Advanced excel skills with extensive experience using computerized accounting systems
Ability to communicate at all management levels confidently with both finance and non-finance teams
Ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight timeframes
Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and proactive with a can-do attitude
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to work on a flexible schedule
Business Understanding
Strong business acumen is preferred
At Thales, we’re committed to fostering a workplace where respect, trust, collaboration, and passion drive everything we do. Here, you’ll feel empowered to bring your best self, thrive in a supportive culture, and love the work you do. Join us, and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that truly make a difference – for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world.
Skills Required
- Minimum 5-10 years relevant experience in central controlling or FP&A
- Bachelor or Master degree, preferably in Accounting or Finance
- Professional Accounting Qualification (Certified Public Accountant)
- Advanced knowledge of Magnitude Software
- Advanced knowledge of ERP SAP ECC 6.0
- Strong accounting, budgeting, and cost control knowledge
- Good knowledge of Power Query, Power BI and Anaplan
- Advanced Excel skills and extensive experience with computerized accounting systems
- Demonstrated ability to lead finance transformation, process improvement and automation
- Ability to prepare financial reports, statements, projections and perform variance analysis
- Experience managing CAPEX, shared services controlling and hosting/service agreements
- Experience with internal controls (ICQ), EDB grants claims/audit and IFRS16 reporting
- Strong communication skills with ability to engage finance and non-finance stakeholders
- Ability to motivate teams and deliver quality outputs under tight deadlines
Thales Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Thales and has not been reviewed or approved by Thales.
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Retirement Support — Retirement plans with employer contributions and matches, profit sharing, and share purchase opportunities are emphasized across multiple regions. These elements are positioned as competitive components of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous PTO that increases with tenure, paid holidays, and paid military, maternity, and paternity leave are described. This breadth supports work–life balance across locations.
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Flexible Benefits — Hybrid work options, flexible schedules, and parental supports such as childcare benefits and leave for sick children are available in several markets. Flexibility is presented as a core part of the employee experience.
Thales Insights
What We Do
Thales is a global high technology leader investing in digital and “deep tech” innovations – connectivity, big data, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and quantum technology – to build a future we can all trust, which is vital to the development of our societies. The company provides solutions, services and products that help its customers – businesses, organisations and states – in the defence, aeronautics, space, transportation and digital identity and security markets to fulfil their critical missions, by placing humans at the heart of the decision-making process.
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