Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting:

• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the APAC region, ensuring compliance with local GAAP, IFRS, and company policies.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to regional and global management.
• Collaborate with local finance teams to ensure consistency and accuracy in reporting across all countries in the region.
• Cash Flow and Working Capital Management:

• Monitor cash flow and working capital requirements for the region, optimizing the use of resources and ensuring sufficient liquidity.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes to enhance cash flow management.
• Implement strategies to improve the region\'s working capital cycle and reduce days sales outstanding (DSO).
• Compliance and Internal Controls:

• Ensure compliance with all financial, tax, and regulatory requirements across the APAC region.
• Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal controls and financial policies to safeguard assets, ensuring financial integrity and consistency with global policies
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors to facilitate audits and reviews.
• Financial Systems and Process Improvement:

• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of financial systems and tools to improve reporting accuracy and efficiency.
• Identify and lead improvement initiatives to streamline financial operations and reduce costs.
• Ensure alignment of regional financial processes with global standards and best practices.
• Business Partnering and Stakeholder Management:

• Act as a strategic business partner to regional management, providing financial insights and guidance to support business decisions and growth initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., sales, marketing, operations) to understand business needs and provide financial support.
• Communicate financial results, forecasts, and strategies to regional and corporate stakeholders.
• Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of finance professionals across the APAC region, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Provide training and development opportunities to enhance the skills and capabilities of the finance team.
• Set clear performance objectives and conduct regular performance reviews to ensure team alignment with regional and global goals.

• Degree in Finance/Accounting or equivalent professional qualification (CPA, CA, ACCA )
• A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in finance or accounting roles, with at least 3 years in a managerial position.
• Strong understanding of APAC regional financial regulations and accounting standards.
• Experience in leading a finance team in a shared service environment preferred.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Proven experience in financial reporting, FP&A, and compliance.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience in managing cross-border teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work with tight timelines in a dynamic environment.

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