Financial Controller (Based in Timor-Leste)

Job Description

The Location

This role is based in Timor-Leste. As the newest ASEAN member, Timor Leste offers valuable experience for international career progression due to its dynamic environment and unique opportunities.

Professionals gain exposure to cross-cultural collaboration, international development projects, and the opportunity to work with diverse teams, which are highly regarded in global industries.

Make a move to take your career to the next level whilst enjoying a laid-back lifestyle, stunning natural beauty, and friendly smiles. Fantastic package with competitive salary, accommodation and return airfare is available for the right candidate!

The Company

Dili Development Company Lda (DDC), part of the Jape Group, is a prominent property developer, leading the country’s private sector development since 2009 with the development of Timor Plaza.

Timor Plaza is a premier shopping centre and commercial property hub in the centre of Dili, Timor-Leste. It is home to a vibrant mix of retail, dining, and entertainment options, along with office spaces, and various accommodation options at Timor Plaza Hotel & Apartments.

To find out more, visit our website or watch our video below.

The Opportunity

As a strategic partner to the Board of Directors, you will drive financial excellence, innovation, and decision-making.

Your work will take you beyond just numbers, while financial reporting and internal controls are important, your role will extend beyond spreadsheets, it will be about creating financial excellence, efficiency gains and innovation across the board. Your work will be key in providing guidance and support to develop your team and provide financial advice that will support decision making by the Board of Directors.

This position is perfect for an experienced financial professional who embraces challenges and is ready to lead with vision and integrity.

The Perfect Fit

To be considered for the role, our ideal candidate will have

• A Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA/CA qualification or equivalent.
• A deep knowledge of financial management, compliance, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Strong leadership abilities and a track record of mentoring high-performing teams.
• Experience designing, enforcing internal controls, and ensuring financial integrity.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the business.
• Big 4 background with strong technical accounting expertise.

Preference will be given to candidates who have additional language abilities in Bahasa and/or Chinese Mandarin.