Our client is a listed global MNC which is growing in presence. It is now looking to hire a finance business partnering professional to be the SEA FC/FD supporting a trading set up covering Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand etc. In this role, you will manage a small team and report in to the MD (straight line) and the APAC FD (dotted line). You will work very closely with the MD and act as a balance to his business and commercial focus. We are seeking a solid business partner who can provide analysis and advice and run a strong and effective SEA finance function.
Key functions:
- Ensure on time and accurate accounting closing and reporting
- Prepare detailed financial reports. Analyze and interpret operating results, investigating variances, with recommendations for action
- Lead monthly financial reviews with local and regional management teams
- Work closely with MD for effective strategic planning, budgeting and forecasting
- Work closely with key managers to drive key initiatives crucial to the success of the business
- Work with different functions to improve policies and processes for better internal controls and/or efficiency
- Monitor accounts receivable and manage working capital
- Ensure compliance with rules and regulations including local GAAP, IFRS, Tax, Transfer Pricing and foreign exchange control
- Working with internal and external auditors, tax advisors, bankers, tax authorities, lawyers and government organizations
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor degree in Accounting or equivalent professional qualification.
- Minimum 12 years of relevant experience with recent years in large or medium d MNCs
- Strong leadership skills. Results driven and strong business partnering and business acumen skills.
- Regional experience in SE Asia
- Strong knowledge in IFRS and tax
- Hyperion / Cognos type consolidation and reporting software
- Hands-on with the ability to operate in a less automated work environment
- Experience doing a ERP system rollout will be useful (but not a must)
- Knowledge of trading costing is useful (but not a msut)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate and work with all levels
- Ability to develop and run a strong and effective finance team
- Added industry exposure covering industrial or engineering is useful (but not a must)
- Self driven with good people skills. Ability to meet deadlines with strong organizational skills. Good with details and embrace continuous improvement
- Open to being based in Tuas
To apply, please send your cv in word doc to resume@cap-cg.com. Please also include details of your current salary, expected salary and notice period in your cv.
We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Posted by : CAP Consulting (EA licence : 14C7175) Caroline Poh (EA registration : R1105649)
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