Oversee timely and accurate preparation of consolidated financial statements in compliance with local reporting requirements.
Manage the end-to-end month-end close process across the finance function.
Develop and maintain a detailed month-end close calendar, including task assignment and tracking.
Ensure all journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and adjustments are accurately recorded within the monthly deadlines.
Identify opportunities to streamline and automate the month-end close process to shorten the close timeline.
Ensure compliance with tax regulations, financial reporting standards, and statutory requirements across all entities.
Liaise with external auditors, regulators, and tax authorities as and when needed.
Manage group-wide cash flow, banking relationships, and funding requirements.
Optimize working capital.
To streamline Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and Treasury functions, the goal is to optimize processes, improve cash flow visibility, reduce costs, faster turn around time and increase efficiency.
Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and cost efficiency.
Drive standardization of processes across entities and business units.
Collaborate with IT to implement automation tools
Build a performance-driven culture with clear KPIs and accountability
Manage the external audit process and liaise with auditors to ensure timely completion of audits.
Implement and maintain financial policies, procedures, and internal controls in line with best practices.
Optimize finance systems and processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
Support BC system upgrades or implementations across the group.
Champion continuous improvement and standardization across finance operations
Lead and mentor a team of finance professionals group level.
Provide oversight and support finance and accounting teams.
Foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and a performance-driven culture.
Requirements:
Masters degree in finance, Accounting, or related field
Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, ACA).
1215 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, including at least 35 years in a group finance controller role.
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Navison, Business Central) and financial reporting tools.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
Experience in driving process improvements and automation.
