Vice President, Technology Controller, Group Finance

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In-Office or Remote
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Fintech • Information Technology • Software • Financial Services
The Role
Lead financial control and planning for the Technology division: oversee budgeting, forecasting, reporting, cost optimization, vendor/contracts, month-end close, and operational finance partnership with technology stakeholders to drive efficiency, risk management, and strategic decision support.
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Business Function

Group Finance aims to deliver world-class standards in reporting, financial planning and finance processes. We provide insights and analyses that help the bank make sound business decisions – whether in the areas of product development or customer profitability. We also provide capital management, business planning, forecasting, and tax and accounting advisory services.

The bank is also a certified Accredited Training Organisation (ATO) for the Singapore Qualification Programme by the Singapore Accountancy Commission and an Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Approved Employer.

Responsibilities

The Controller for Technology ensures financial integrity, operational efficiency, and risk management within the Technology division. This role requires a deep understanding of technology operations, financial controls, and regulatory compliance to support strategic decision-making and safeguard the bank's technology assets. The Controller establishes robust financial processes, drives cost optimization, and manages technology-related risks in alignment with the bank's risk appetite. As part of Group Finance, this role contributes to world-class reporting, financial planning, and finance processes, providing insights and analyses for sound business decisions, capital management, business planning, forecasting, and tax and accounting advisory services.

Financial Management & Control:

  • Oversee the financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for the Technology division, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.

  • Monitor and analyze financial performance against budget, identifying variances and driving corrective actions.

  • Develop and implement strong internal controls over financial reporting and technology expenditures.

  • Manage technology-related procurement and vendor contracts, ensuring cost-effectiveness and compliance with bank policies.

  • Drive cost optimization initiatives within the Technology division, including analysis of technology investments and operational expenditures.

  • Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting for the Technology division, senior management and relevant stakeholders.

  • Perform month-end close processes to ensure accuracy and completeness of financials.

  • Work closely with countries to review monthly financial performance, investigate variances, and identify business risks and opportunities.

Operational Excellence:

  • Collaborate with technology teams to improve operational processes and drive efficiency in technology delivery.

  • Support the implementation of process changes and the change agenda within the Technology Finance team.

  • Prepare financial performance reports and insightful commentaries to track and drive business performance and enable strategic and operational decisions.

  • Conduct monthly review meetings with senior Platform stakeholders and Finance Leads.

  • Support the Platform Heads and the CFO in preparing the quarterly Business Review with the CTO and CEO.

  • Own and be accountable for timeliness, data accuracy, and process adaptation in delivering various Regional Reporting datasets and reports to stakeholders.

Strategic Partnership:

  • Act as a key financial advisor to the Head of Tech Platforms and other senior technology leaders, providing strategic financial guidance and support.

  • Translate complex financial information into actionable insights for technology stakeholders.

  • Foster a culture of financial accountability and risk awareness within the Technology division.

  • Serve as a proactive partnering role and trusted financial advisor to the businesses to resolve strategic and operational challenges.

Requirements

  • Experienced finance professional with minimum 10 years of experience in banking technology finance. CA/CPA/ACCA qualified

  • Extensive experience (typically 10+ years) in financial control, audit, or risk management roles within a technology-intensive environment, preferably in the financial services industry.

  • Proven experience in managing budgets, financial forecasting, and reporting for large technology organizations.

  • Strong understanding of technology infrastructure, software development lifecycles, and IT service management.

  • Excellent stakeholder management skills

  • Proficiency in Excel, Powerpoint. Modelling skills, good command of Tableau and Python is a plus

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We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and the professional advantages of a dynamic environment that supports your development and recognises your achievements.

Location:

DBS Asia Hub

Job:

Finance

Schedule:

Regular

Employee Status:

Full time

Skills Required

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in banking technology finance
  • CA/CPA/ACCA qualified
  • 10+ years in financial control, audit, or risk management in a technology-intensive environment
  • Proven experience managing budgets, financial forecasting, and reporting for large technology organisations
  • Strong understanding of technology infrastructure, software development lifecycles, and IT service management
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills
  • Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
  • Modelling skills
  • Good command of Tableau
  • Good command of Python
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The Company
41,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1968

What We Do

DBS Bank is a leading financial services group in Asia, headquartered in Singapore. It provides a full range of consumer, SME, and corporate banking services. The bank is recognized for its digital innovation, having been named 'World's Best Digital Bank' and 'World's Best Bank' by various publications. It also operates the DBS Foundation, which supports social enterprises and community initiatives, reflecting its commitment to creating impact beyond traditional banking.

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