ZACD Group is an integrated asset manager headquartered in Singapore, offering comprehensive solutions across the real estate value chain in Singapore and the Asia-Pacific region. The Group’s subsidiary holds a Capital Market Services (CMS) license from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) for fund management activities and various licenses from the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong (SFC) for dealing and advising on securities and corporate finance.

With offices in Singapore and Hong Kong, ZACD is guided by an experienced management team with a proven track record and deep industry knowledge. Known for its pioneering spirit, ZACD has successfully managed numerous real estate investments and generated satisfactory returns for investors. ZACD is currently expanding into the Asia-Pacific region, focusing on broadening its investor network and enhancing deal sourcing capabilities.

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Role Mandate (Non-Negotiable)

Act as MAS-approved Responsible Officer (RO) for ZACD’s CMS-licensed entity under the Monetary Authority of Singapore
Own regulatory integrity, financial governance, and capital discipline across all investment and fund management activities
Establish institutional-grade control over capital deployment, risk exposure, and financial decision-making
Serve as independent financial and risk authority to the CEO and Board

Core Responsibilities

1. Regulatory Oversight & RO Accountability (Primary)

Serve as appointed Responsible Officer (RO) under CMS licence requirements
Ensure full compliance with:
Securities and Futures Act (SFA)
MAS Notices (AML/CFT, risk management, reporting standards)
Act as primary liaison with MAS, auditors, and regulators
Maintain fit and proper status and ensure firm-wide regulatory adherence

2. Capital Governance & Investment Discipline

Establish and enforce investment governance frameworks:
IRR validation
Risk-adjusted return thresholds
Capital allocation discipline
Oversee financial structuring of:
Real estate investments, SPVs, and fund vehicles
Drive investment committee rigour - eliminate ad hoc decision-making
Independently assess and challenge investment proposals

3. Financial Strategy, FP&A & Performance Control

Own financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow management
Drive forward-looking financial visibility and scenario planning
Implement cost discipline and margin recovery strategies
Ensure accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting

4. Risk Management & Governance Infrastructure

Build and enforce enterprise-wide risk frameworks (financial, investment, operational exposure)
Establish internal controls, financial policies, and governance standards
Identify and mitigate governance blind spots and regulatory risks

5. Fund Management & Financial Structuring

Oversee fund flows, capital deployment structures, and investor reporting
Ensure robustness of SPV structures and financing arrangements
Safeguard integrity of capital raising and utilisation processes

6. Board & Stakeholder Leadership

Present clear, data-driven insights to Board and investors
Provide independent financial and risk perspective on business decisions
Interface with investors, auditors, regulators, and external partners

Requirements

Regulatory (Mandatory)

CMS Licence holder approved by MAS as Responsible Officer (RO)
Proven track record operating under Singapore regulatory framework

Experience & Capability

12 - 15 years experience years in:
Asset management / fund management / real estate investment platforms
Strong expertise in:
Investment evaluation (IRR, capital structuring, risk assessment)
Financial governance and FP&A
Regulatory compliance (MAS environment)
Deep familiarity with:
SPVs, fund structures, capital deployment models

Leadership Profile

Demonstrated ability to:
Operate in founder-led, unstructured environments
Exercise independent judgement and pushback at CEO/Board level
High integrity, backbone, and decision clarity

What Success Looks Like (12–24 Months)

CMS licence risk exposure reduced to low and controlled
All investments governed by clear financial and risk thresholds
Elimination of ad hoc, intuition-driven capital deployment
Financial visibility and discipline restored across the business

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