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• Financial Reporting & Analysis:

  • Oversee the end-to-end financial closing process (monthly, quarterly, annually) for all entities serviced by the SEAO SSC, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow).

  • Review and approve complex journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports.

  • Conduct in-depth financial analysis of actual results against budget and forecast, providing insightful commentary on variances, key drivers, and performance trends.

  • Ensure compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) or relevant local GAAP, and company accounting policies.

  • Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations within the SEAO region and globally.

• Internal Controls & Compliance:

  • Establish, maintain, and enhance a robust internal control framework (e.g., SOX compliance, local statutory requirements) within the Shared Services Centre.

  • Ensure adherence to financial policies, procedures, and internal controls, proactively identifying and mitigating financial risks.

  • Coordinate and support internal and external audits for the SEAO entities, ensuring timely provision of information and resolution of audit findings.

  • Oversee statutory reporting and tax compliance requirements for the region, working closely with local finance teams and tax departments.

• Team Leadership & Development:

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of finance professionals (e.g., General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets).

  • Set clear performance objectives, conduct regular performance reviews, and foster a culture of continuous learning and high performance.

  • Manage workload allocation, ensure efficient operations, and promote a collaborative team environment.

• Process Improvement & Standardization:

  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, and accuracy of financial processes within the SSC.

  • Identify opportunities for automation, standardization, and optimization of accounting workflows.

  • Implement best practices in shared services operations, leveraging technology and process re-engineering.

  • Support the integration of new entities or processes into the SSC.

• Stakeholder Management:

  • Act as a key point of contact and business partner for regional and local CFOs, Finance Directors, and business unit leaders in SEAO.

  • Build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors, banks, and regulatory bodies.

  • Communicate financial performance, insights, and compliance matters effectively to various audiences.

• Budgeting & Forecasting Support:

  • Collaborate with FP&A and business units to support the annual budgeting and forecasting processes.

  • Provide financial data and insights to aid in strategic planning and decision-making.

Qualifications:

• Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

  • Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, CA, ACCA, CIMA) is essential.

• Experience:

  • Minimum of [8-12+] years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, with at least [3-5+] years in a leadership or Controller role within a multinational corporation.

  • Proven experience managing financial operations within a Shared Services Centre environment, preferably with regional exposure (Southeast Asia is highly desirable).

  • Strong background in financial reporting, internal controls, and statutory compliance.

  • Experience with a major ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) is highly preferred.

  • Experience with process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, RPA) is a plus.

• Skills:

  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

  • Strong leadership and people management abilities, with a proven track record of developing high-performing teams.

  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing and collaborating with diverse stakeholders across various levels and cultures.

  • High level of integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy.

  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic, and often ambiguous environment.

  • Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required. Proficiency in other Southeast Asian languages is a strong advantage.

  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint