Reporting to Group Finance Director (based in Hong Kong), this role is responsible for production and maintenance of financial reporting in line with business and statutory requirements, and for ensuring proper control on internal finance processes.
The Company
We’re a global provider of quality control and compliance services, supporting global brands and retailers to manage their supply chains. Our 3000 employees deliver some 250,000 inspections, audits, and laboratory tests in 85 countries annually.We are changing our industry by leveraging the latest technologies to deliver the best possible service to our clients, yet it is our 3,000 dedicated employees from 82 nationalities who are responsible for our success every day: if you are looking for a truly international exposure in a team where you will have a visible impact, join us!
The Job
Preparation and Presentation of consolidated financial statementsAct as owner of preparing financial statement and reports to internal and external stakeholders. Review and understand monthly and annual financial results.Drive Group monthly reporting process, in terms of calendar and deliverables.Ensure accounting transactions comply with international standards. Give advice on best practice of accounting for complex transactions.Demonstrate advanced proficiency with finance and operating systems and their interdependencies including their functionality, workflow and controls, that facilitate understanding of financials.
Managing annual audit processLiaise with external auditors and lead annual audit process for the Group and for key subsidiaries in Asia, ensure that audits are completed in timely and satisfactory manner.
Managing changes and improvements to internal finance processesStandardize and harmonize accounting policies across Group companies in different countries.Embrace changes for evolving management reporting requirements, through driving process and system improvements.Monitor changes in accounting standards and manage changes within the team.Initiate, lead and manage progress of process and system improvement/automation projects, from defining functional specifications and user requirements to participating user acceptance testing to implementation, that should result in productivity and efficiency gain, and/or improved customer satisfaction.Managing Teams
- Manage General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Process & System Improvement functions with total of 15+ headcounts based in Cebu, Philippines. - Define KPIs for each finance function to monitor productivity, efficiency, quality and customer satisfaction.
The Candidate
University graduate and qualified accountant.Minimum of 8 years of working experience in various finance functions in multi-national companies, of which at least 5 years in managing team(s).Big 4 audit experience, and/or experience in Shared Service Center is an advantage.Strong technical knowledge on international accounting standards, particularly related to acquisition of businesses, leases, foreign exchange, intangible assets.Solid operational know-how of consolidation of financial statements involving companies in different countries.Experience with Finance ERP is required. Knowledge on Oracle Netsuite a plus.Solid experience in Finance process and system improvements is required.Proven track record in building a highly motivated and high performing organization, exhibiting your strong leadership, team management and communication skills.Good influencing skills and stakeholder relationship management skills. Advanced conflict management & resolution skills, with project coordination experience.
