The Company
Our client, a well established multinational organisation in the industrial process control and automation sector, is seeking an experienced APAC Finance Director to lead and oversee the full spectrum of finance and accounting activities across the region.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Regional Managing Director for APAC, this role will be a key strategic partner to regional and local leadership, supporting business growth, performance management, and operational excellence.
The role combines strong FP&A leadership, hands on financial oversight, and close business partnering with senior stakeholders across sales, operations, supply chain, HR, IT, and business development.
Regional Finance Leadership
- Oversee the end to end finance and accounting function for the APAC region, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, statutory compliance, tax, and internal controls.
- Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant financial reporting in line with group policies and local statutory requirements.
- Lead, mentor, and develop regional and in country finance teams, driving capability building and succession planning.
FP&A & Business Partnering
- Lead the regional FP&A function, including annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, long range planning, and management reporting.
- Act as a strategic business partner to the Regional MD, providing financial insights to support decision making and execution of regional strategy.
- Partner closely with Local GMs and Heads of Department (Sales, Supply Chain, HR, IT, Business Development) to drive commercial performance, cost optimisation, and productivity improvements.
- Analyse business performance, KPIs, margins, pricing, and investment proposals, translating data into actionable insights.
Commercial & Operational Finance
- Support sales and operations on pricing strategies, contract profitability, bid reviews, and deal structuring in a B2B environment.
- Work closely with Supply Chain on inventory management, working capital optimisation, and operational efficiency.
- Provide financial support for new market entry, business expansion, and strategic initiatives across APAC.
Governance, Risk & Compliance
- Strengthen financial governance, internal controls, and risk management processes across the region.
- Ensure compliance with group policies, local regulations, and audit requirements.
- Act as the key finance liaison for internal and external auditors.
Systems & Process Improvement
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes, systems, and reporting to enhance scalability and efficiency.
- Support finance transformation, ERP enhancements, and digitalisation initiatives as the business grows.
Your Profile
As the successful candidate, you will possess the following relevant skills sets and experience
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline, or ACCA qualification CA or equivalent professional qualification is strongly preferred.
- Minimum 15 years of relevant Finance & Accounting experience within an MNC environment, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership or regional role.
- Strong background in FP&A and commercial finance, with a proven track record of business partnering at senior leadership level.
- Prior experience within B2B industries, such as manufacturing, industrial automation, process control, engineering, or equipment based businesses, is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated regional exposure across APAC, with prior experience covering China and India markets considered a strong advantage.
- Ability to be hands on, proactive, and adaptable, comfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders across cultures and geographies.
- Resilient, commercial minded, and solutions oriented leadership style.
Apply Today
Please send your resume, in WORD format only and quote reference number STE12210343, by clicking the apply button. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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