As the Head of Controlling for the Asia Pacific Region, you will play a critical role in overseeing the Controlling function and will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer. This position requires close collaboration with Management and Business Units to drive financial planning, reporting, and analysis, optimize the company's financial position, and assess new opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Planning and Analysis: Lead the consolidation and preparation of financial activities related to annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and long-term business and investment plans. Present and analyze monthly financial reports, highlighting variances against budget and forecast. Work with Management, Headquarters, and Department Budget Owners to review and align financial performance, key drivers, risks, and opportunities.
Operational Efficiency and Financial Positioning: Partner with Business Leaders to enhance operational efficiency and financial positioning. Implement risk mitigation strategies, review KPI reporting, develop best practices, and recommend financial targets.
Investment Analysis: Evaluate financial offers and investment plans through discounted cash flow, payback period, and Net Present Value analysis. Perform what-if and sensitivity analyses on new opportunities and regional projects, and present financial and risk assessments to Management.
Strategic Alignment: Work with Management and Global Headquarters to align long-term financial planning with short, mid, and long-term objectives. Provide financial analysis and ad-hoc reporting to support regional projects and strategic goals.
Team Leadership: Lead and motivate team members to achieve objectives, foster positive engagement, and support their professional development within the function.
Qualifications:
Educational Background: Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with a minimum of ten years of relevant experience in financial analysis, management reporting, forecasting, and business partnering. Leadership experience, particularly in the retail industry, is essential. Experience in business valuations and acquisitions is advantageous.
Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams) and experience with Controlling systems such as SAP FI-CO/BW and Jedox is a plus.
Analytical Skills: Strong business and financial acumen with the ability to analyze data and provide precise insights and recommendations.
Communication and Stakeholder Management: Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills, with a proven track record of building and maintaining long-term relationships.
Personal Attributes: Proactive and detail-oriented with high accuracy, able to multitask in a dynamic environment. Demonstrated hands-on approach, ability to work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines. Strong leadership capabilities with experience in mentoring and leading a dynamic team.
If you are a strategic leader with a solid background in financial management and team leadership, we encourage you to consider this important role within our organization.
