Your new job includes
As a member of our family-owned business, you will be responsible for the Controlling function for the Asia Pacific Region and reporting into the Chief Financial and Strategy Officer. The Asia Pacific Controlling function supports the Management and Business Units closely in relation to financial planning, reporting and analysis, optimising financial position for the Company and reviewing of new opportunities. As the Regional Head of Controlling, you will:
- lead, consolidate and prepare Financial activities in relation to annual budgets, monthly forecasts, as well as mid to long term business and investment plans.
- prepare and present the monthly financial reporting and analysis, providing critical review of variances versus budget and forecast to key stakeholders such as the Management, Headquarters and Department Budget Owners. This includes consolidating and reviewing of monthly financial results, forecasting for completeness and accuracy, and partnering with the business to align the performance, drivers, risks and opportunities.
- partner with Business Leaders to improve operational efficiency and financial positioning, as well as risk mitigation strategies, reviewing of key performance indicator (KPI) reporting, designing of best practices and providing recommendation of financial targets.
- review and advise on financial offers and investment plans, supported by discounted cashflow, payback period, Net Present Value analysis and conduct what-if and sensitivity analysis on new opportunities and projects in the region, and present the financial aspect and risk profiles to Management.
- partner with Management and Global headquarter to align long term financial planning and objectives, taking into account of short, mid and long term perspective, project rollouts, and provide financial analysis and ad-hoc reporting for the Region.
- inspire and motivate Team Members to achieve set objectives and drive positive engagement, resulting in building Team Members’ capability for growth and development within the function.
What you should bring along
- a Degree in Accounting or Finance or any equivalent qualification with at least ten years of relevant experience in financial analysis, management reporting, forecasting and modelling, and business partnering, and demonstrated ability in a Leadership position, preferably in the retail industry. Experience in business valuations and acquisitions will be an advantage.
- proficiency in Microsoft Office such as Excel, Power Point, Word, Outlook and Teams. Experience in applications of systems that are relevant for Controlling such as SAP FI-CO/ BW, Jedox will be an advantage.
- strong business and financial acumen with the ability to analyse and evaluate data, providing reliable and accurate insights and recommendation to the business.
- strong communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills with the proven ability to sustain long-term relationships.
- a pronounced can-do attitude, with keen attention to details, high level of accuracy and complemented by the capability to multi-task in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Hands-on approach and proven ability to work under pressure and to adhere to tight deadlines.
- a strong and reliable leader with the ability to mentor Team Members and lead a capable Team adapting to business needs.
