Director/Sr. Director Controlling

Job description

ABOUT LUMILENS At Lumilens we are building the critical photonics infrastructure that powers tomorrow’s AI supercomputing. From chip-to-chip optical interconnects to scalable photonic engines, Lumilens is unlocking a new era of computing - faster, cooler, and massively more efficient. We’re a well-funded startup backed by Mayfield and led by veterans who’ve built and scaled some of the most transformative technologies in the industry. At Lumilens, we’re developing high-speed photonics products purpose-built to power the future of AI infrastructure and high-performance computing. This isn’t incremental innovation, it’s a ground-floor opportunity to rethink the optical layer from the silicon up. You’ll work alongside a team of world-class engineers, solving some of the hardest challenges in scaling optical systems. Every line of code, every design decision, every breakthrough you help deliver will shape the infrastructure of tomorrow. If you're looking for mission, momentum, and the chance to make an outsized impact, jump on the rocket ship. We’re just getting started. The Role The Director / Sr Director, Controlling is a senior leadership role based in Singapore, responsible for leading the corporate controllership function across APAC. The role owns group consolidation, statutory reporting across entities, internal controls, SOX readiness in support of a future US listing, and the in-country accounting organization across the region. This leader will serve as a key partner to finance, operations, and manufacturing stakeholders, ensuring the company builds a scalable, audit-ready controllership foundation while supporting growth across Singapore, Thailand, and other APAC markets. Key Responsibilities - Own group consolidation, monthly close, and management reporting across all entities. - Lead SOX program design, documentation, and execution for US listing readiness. - Own statutory reporting under SFRS, IFRS, and US GAAP, and manage technical accounting positions. - Manage external auditor relationships and lead the audit cycle. - Oversee Singapore statutory filings with IRAS and ACRA, as well as local tax compliance. - Manage and develop in-country controllers across APAC, starting with Thailand. - Partner with supply chain and manufacturing leaders on cost accounting, inventory controls, and standard costing. - Oversee intercompany accounting and transfer pricing. Required Qualifications - CPA (Local CA, US CPA, ACCA, or equivalent). - 10–15 years of progressive finance and controllership experience. - Hands-on SOX experience spanning design, documentation, and execution. - Mandarin language proficiency, both written and verbal. - Strong technical accounting expertise across IFRS and US GAAP. - Experience with statutory reporting, audit management, and multi-entity consolidation. Preferred Qualifications - Experience in technology, hardware, semiconductors, or FMCG environments. - Manufacturing cost accounting exposure. - A track record of building and developing finance teams and processes from scratch. - US MNC experience as a controller or senior finance leader within a US-headquartered multinational. What We Offer - A highly visible leadership role with the opportunity to shape financial and operational decisions in a fast-scaling, deep-tech manufacturing environment. - The chance to work at the intersection of finance, operations, and advanced photonics technology—where your analysis directly influences investment, margin, and scale. - Competitive compensation commensurate with experience, along with comprehensive health benefits. - Meaningful exposure to cross-functional and global leadership teams across Singapore, Thailand, India, and the United States. - Professional growth and development opportunities, including the ability to build processes, strengthen systems, and help define the next chapter of operations finance at Lumilens. - A collaborative, ambitious environment where experienced operators can make an outsized impact and help build something category-defining from the ground up. *Lumilens is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, identity, orientation, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.