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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