Finance Director

Job Description : FINANCE DIRECTOR INDONESIA A leading multinational manufacturing company is recruiting for a Finance Director job in the Greater Jakarta area. In this job, you will oversee and prepare financial and management reports, procedures, presentation of findings and specific recommendations to the board of directors. Reporting to the Managing Director and Regional CFO APAC, your key objective will be to report the company’s financial performance, governance and regulatory compliance across a number of jurisdictions, formulation of strategic business plans, maintain policies and procedures, and provide expert financial advice to the entire management team and board of non-executive directors. · Manage departmental operating budgets and costs according to annual allocation to ensure efficient usage of resources · Oversee the financial management, accounting and reporting in the country, including implementation of finance frameworks, policies and processes in accordance with local/international accounting standards · Drive the introduction of global accounting best practices and strong governance/internal controls over accounting and reporting activities · Timely and accurate recording of accounting transactions, including month-end and year-end closing activities in accordance to local/international accounting standards · Forecast how changes in local/international tax regulations can affect tax accounting and compliance. Oversee all matters related to corporate finance, treasury, working capital management, foreign exchange, etc. · Lead the preparation of financial budgets according to annual business priorities. Drive timely and insightful reporting of financial information for presentation to management · Lead and oversee continuous global improvement initiatives to enhance the timeliness, accuracy and quality of accounting and financial reporting · Partner with the relevant internal stakeholders on budget forecasts and key matters related to corporate finance · Strategically plan and monitor the annual financial budget, capital expenditures, liquidity, funding, etc. to ensure optimal working capital and minimisation of financial risks · Monitor financial performance against strategic goals by providing financial forecasts, reviews and analyses. Address forecast deviations and potential financial challenges (e.g. cash flows, debt levels, etc.) · Oversee the implementation of risk management, compliance, limits of authority and internal control practices to ensure safeguarding of cash and physical assets, and minimising financial liabilities. Ensure corporate directives on limits of authority, budgeted costs and cost control initiatives are implemented and adhered to · Formulate investment strategies, hedging policies and cash management practices (including optimal transaction banking infrastructure) to maximise yields, cost savings and efficiency · Drive continuous improvements in accounting, reporting and internal control processes/systems to improve value given to stakeholders · Present the consolidated financial reports and analyses to key stakeholders for decision making, with recommendations on accounting treatment · Drive a learning culture and develop capabilities and careers of the finance teams To succeed in this Finance Director role, you will need to have a minimum of 15 years' relevant experience with over five years in a Finance Director position in the industry leading the Asia region. You will also need strong communication, analytical, creative thinking and leadership skills. Key Requirements: · Minimum of 15 years' experience in accounting or finance including proven experience as a Finance Director or CFO · CA, CPA, MBA qualifications is a strong advantage · Prior experience in large-scale multinational FMCG and logistics companies within Asia region is highly desirable · Recent five years' experience in a similar leadership role having led, developed and groomed successful finance teams in Asia · Demonstrated advanced knowledge in M&A, Joint Venture and Partnerships · Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods · Ability to lead a team in a fast-paced environment whilst still being hands-on · Team player with excellent communication skills · Demonstrated high level of professionalism, honesty, integrity and work ethics

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