As a key business partner, you will play a critical part in translating financial insights into commercial impact, improving profitability and supporting key business priorities.

Reporting to the Group Finance Controller, you will play a crucial role in the Finance function of the Group, ensuring that the financial performance of the operational business units aligns with the overall strategic goals of the Group. You will work closely with all other functions including Operations, to provide strong support to deliver operating and profitability goals.

You will work with various stakeholders to continuously improve processes and systems (ERP, BI, CRM, HRIS, etc), in risk management and to undertake any adhoc projects as required by the Group Finance Controller.

This role requires highly organized, strong analytical and communication skills as well as the ability to adapt to regional market dynamics and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Review and consolidate submissions from OBUs, ensuring alignment with Group guidelines and strategic objectives

Lead the Group in management reporting and prepare monthly Group management reports with analysis

Conduct comprehensive financial analysis of operational performance across the Group's manufacturing plants, including identifying key drivers of financial performance

Provide insightful dashboards and recommendations to improve profitability

Lead the annual company budgeting and forecasting processes

Lead the preparation of the budget pack and develop comprehensive presentation materials for senior management, including financial analysis, key assumptions, risks, and strategic recommendations

Review and ensure submissions of budget and forecast by various OBUs are timely and accurate

Maintain financial models to support planning and strategic decision-making

Evaluate financial justification for manufacturing-related capital projects and equipment activities including assessing the return on investment (ROI) and payback period

Actively participate in major project reviews, providing oversight on major proposals from pricing, cash flow and risk perspectives, and implementing a ROI mentality in the business

Drive systems enhancements, process improvements and reporting improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy

Ensure data integrity across the Group

Work with other functions on Digital Transformation projects

Participate or lead other adhoc projects
Experience

Minimum 10 years of experience in accounting, manufacturing cost accounting, financial planning and analysis, finance business partnering, in a leadership capacity in progressive MNCs/regional group

Experience in manufacturing industry is preferred

Solid financial acumen with a sound understanding of accounting principles and practices

Experience in group consolidation and elimination

Working experience with and influencing non-financial stakeholders

Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint and data visualization software

Expertise in IBM Planning Analytics is advantageous

Able to lead and work across multiple projects simultaneously in a timely manner, to implement applications and/or improve processes

Strong command of English language, and to read and converse in Chinese to support business environment and stakeholders

Strong sense of ownership with a practical, hands-on approach

Excellent problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills
Qualifications

Degree or professional qualification in Accountancy
Competencies
Technical

Accounting (IFRS)

Internal Controls

Manufacturing Costing

FP&A (Management Reporting, Analysis, Budgeting)

Governance & Risk Management

Taxation

Corporate Finance

Non-Technical

Organised, good eye for details and error-free work

Positive attitude, fast learning, adaptable and strong initiative

Performance and results driven

Analytical and solution focused

Customer and stakeholder oriented

Agile and innovative

Resourcefulness and cost conscious

Developing self and others

Governance and ethics

Group Senior Finance Manager (Commercial)