Finance Director

Job Description : FINANCE DIRECTOR SINGAPORE As Finance Director, you will play a central role in guiding the organisation’s financial direction while collaborating closely with country heads and senior executives. Success in this role requires not only technical expertise but also strong interpersonal skills to build trust with stakeholders at every level. Oversee the overall financial health of the organisation by managing profitability, liquidity, solvency, and ensuring sustainable business growth through sound financial strategies. Develop and execute comprehensive long-term financial plans that align with corporate objectives and support expansion into new markets or partnerships. Identify potential financial risks across all regions and implement effective mitigation strategies to safeguard organisational sustainability. Provide insightful financial analysis and recommendations to support executive decision-making at the highest levels of the company. Lead mergers and acquisitions activities by conducting strategic fit assessments, detailed financial modelling, valuation exercises, due diligence processes, and integration planning for new ventures. Directly manage regional finance leads in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam to ensure consistent application of group policies and achievement of performance targets. Champion digital transformation within the finance function by driving adoption of AI tools, automation solutions, and advanced ERP systems such as SAP B1. Oversee capital structure management including funding strategies, investment planning, relationship management with financial institutions, and scenario-based forecasting. Ensure robust corporate governance by setting policies for risk oversight and delivering accurate board-level reporting on strategic KPIs. Mentor senior finance talent across regions by developing succession plans and nurturing a collaborative high-performance culture grounded in accountability. What you bring: To excel as Finance Director in this organisation you will bring extensive experience leading multi-country finance functions within fast-evolving environments. You will have demonstrated success implementing enterprise-wide systems like SAP B1 (ideally including hands-on project delivery) alongside deep involvement in M&A transactions from initial assessment through post-deal integration. A proven background in business management with substantial experience in internal audit processes as well as mergers & acquisitions activities across diverse markets. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related discipline is essential; an advanced degree or professional qualification such as CPA or ACCA is highly desirable. At least 10 years’ experience in senior financial leadership roles involving strategic planning, budgeting oversight, cross-functional team management, and stakeholder engagement at executive level. Demonstrated expertise in implementing or optimising SAP B1 or similar ERP systems within complex organisations spanning multiple geographies. Comprehensive knowledge of international accounting standards coupled with deep understanding of regulatory requirements relevant to Southeast Asian markets. Track record of successfully managing treasury operations—including risk management frameworks—and executing sophisticated investment strategies aligned with corporate goals. Advanced proficiency in using financial software tools for modelling scenarios, analysing data trends, preparing reports for board review, and supporting predictive analytics initiatives. Exceptional communication skills enabling you to engage effectively with C-suite executives as well as external partners such as auditors or regulators. Strong analytical mindset combined with a collaborative approach to problem-solving that encourages input from diverse perspectives within your team. Ability to nurture talent by coaching senior finance staff members while promoting shared values around ethics, accountability, inclusivity, and continuous improvement.

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