Senior Manager , Regional Business Controlling (Energy/ Infrastructure)

Our client is an established international renewable energy and infrastructure group specialising in the development, delivery and operation of large-scale renewable energy projects and energy storage solutions. With an integrated business model spanning project development, financing, engineering, construction and asset management, the organisation continues to expand its regional footprint.

The Role

Reporting to senior regional finance leadership, the Senior Manager, Regional Business Controlling will play a key role in driving financial performance, strategic planning and business partnering across the Asia Pacific region.

Working closely with Finance and Accounting, Project Development, Engineering and Project Delivery teams, the successful candidate will provide financial insights to support business decisions, strengthen project cost control and enhance overall financial performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead APAC management reporting and performance reviews, providing financial insights and recommendations to support business decisions.
• Establish strong regional business partnerships with Finance and Accounting, Project Development, Engineering and Project Delivery teams to drive financial accountability and performance.
• Monitor project budgets, costs and financial performance throughout the project lifecycle, identifying risks and providing timely management updates.
• Lead regional FP&A activities, including monthly forecasting, quarterly business reviews, annual budgeting and long-term strategic planning.
• Develop financial models and business scenario analyses to support investment decisions, project economics and financial risk assessments.
• Support regional treasury, liquidity and cash flow planning.
• Drive business intelligence, financial reporting and data analytics through AI-driven techniques, automation, RPA and digital solutions to enhance reporting efficiency and financial insights.
• Strengthen financial controls and processes while leading regional finance initiatives and developing the capabilities of the finance team.

Requirements:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline, with a recognised professional qualification (CA, CPA or ACCA) preferred.
• At least 10 years of relevant finance experience, including 5 years in a regional management capacity.
• Strong experience in FP&A, business controlling, management reporting and commercial finance, preferably within energy, infrastructure, engineering or other CAPEX-intensive industries.
• Proven capabilities in financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting, scenario planning and project cost control.
• Strong regional business partnering and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior management and cross-functional teams.
• Prior external audit experience and a solid foundation in statutory accounting and financial reporting.
• Exposure to treasury, cash flow management, business intelligence, AI-driven finance solutions and process transformation would be advantageous.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities with experience in developing and mentoring finance teams.

Please contact Brendan Low by emailing your CV directly in Word format to [Confidential Information].

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