Goal of Position

This role will drive key operational and strategic projects within the Finance & IT function, working closely with the Regional CEO and Senior Management Team to ensure financial excellence and business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage operational and strategic projects as well as cross-functional initiatives within the Finance & IT function across the Asia/Pacific region.
• Support the Regional CEO and Senior Management Team of Finance & IT Asia/Pacific in steering business performance and regional strategic direction.
• Provide reliable, accurate, and timely financial data to empower the Finance & IT Senior Management team to make value-driven decisions supporting the company's overall strategic growth.
• Monitor the execution of action plans and follow-up measures to achieve financial targets and optimize key financial metrics including cost/benefit ratios and working capital.
• Prepare financial statements, reports, and special analyses across various business levels, including units, divisions, and product lines.
• Track and report financial progress and target achievement (actual vs. budget).
• Assist in building and continuously improving effective regional and local finance structures aligned with group processes.
• Coordinate and support the preparation of comprehensive regional budgets and forecasts, ensuring alignment with business plans and accuracy.
• Contribute to achieving group financial targets at regional, sub-regional, legal entity, plant, and functional levels.
• Support monthly closing processes for legal entities within the region.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years experience in matrix organizations and international corporate groups, preferably in industrial manufacturing.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills with meticulous attention to detail and a proactive mindset.
• Proficient in SAP ERP and advanced MS Office applications.
• At least 2 years hands-on project management experience managing transformation, change initiatives, or complex transformation projects.
• Strong understanding of finance structures and group processes to drive effective financial planning, reporting accuracy, and alignment with corporate strategic goals.
• Excellent business partnering and stakeholder management skills, with ability to translate financial data into actionable recommendations.
• Fluent English communication skills.
• Willingness to travel as required.