Job Description Job Purpose Development of a financial strategy for the group and its related metrics while playing a pivotal role in shaping the corporate/ business strategy Accountable for the financial and risk management operations of the group Development and monitoring of control systems designed to provide accurate reporting of the group's financial results and preserve the group's assets Lead the planning, finance operations, financial information, risk management, funding needs and liaison with third parties Scope of Work Strategic Assist the Group CEO in formulating the group's future direction and support tactical initiatives Monitor and direct the implementation of strategic business plans Develop financial and tax strategies Develop performance measures that support the group's strategic direction Participate in key decisions as a member of the executive management team Monitor all open legal issues involving the group, and legal issues affecting the industry Understand and mitigate key elements of the company's risk profile Ensure that the group companies comply with all legal and regulatory requirements Finance Operations Provide strong leadership, direction and management of the subsidiary CFOs/ Financial Controllers and Finance teams Implement operational best practices, including Power BI, RPA, Gen AI, etc.
Oversee the financial operations, working capital and cash flow management of the group and its subsidiaries, as well as company secretarial matters Oversee the group's transaction processing systems, construct, and monitor reliable control systems Manage the capital request and budgeting processes Maintain appropriate insurance coverage Monitor cash balances and cash forecasts Manage banking relationships and dealing with lenders on data requests and business performance updates Arrange for debt and equity financing Reporting Oversee the issuance of financial information to fulfill reporting requirements to all stakeholders, internal and external (including shareholders, banks, investors, etc) Ensure that record keeping meets the requirements of auditors and government agencies, and compliance to all relevant accounting standards, and GAAP Report financial results and risk issues to the Board of Directors and Executive Committee Relationship/ Network Management Maintain banking relationships and represents the company with investment bankers and investors Maintain relations with external auditors and investigate their findings and recommendations Maintain in-depth relations with all members of the management team Manage any third parties outsourcing services providers Requirements Experience/ Qualifications 10+ years of progressively responsible experience for a major company or division of a large corporation with good commercial mindset Experience in manufacturing, and dealings with China businesses preferred Experience in partnering with an executive team, and have strong written and oral communication skills Preference will be given to candidates with an MBA in Finance and the Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant designations Behaviours/ Attitudes Analytical mind with a strategic ability Excellent organizational and leadership skills Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities Collaborative team player