Job DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARYThe Senior Finance Manager is a trusted business partner to the Country General Manager and has a rich element of interaction with the Event Directors for the provision of financial analytics to aid in sales, marketing, and commercial decisions on the portfolio of events within the geography of its operations.As part of the ASEAN Finance Leadership charter, the Finance Manager would be empowered to instil accountability, transparency, and innovation through the application of sound Financial Analytics and Business Intelligence tools and to support the business within the jurisdictional compliance framework.PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESAnalysis of month end close reporting ensuring accuracy of reported figures.Provide reconciliation and commentary where required on reporting gaps identified and business explanations on variances.Proactive reporting and systems update on monthly rolling forecast, calling out risks and opportunities.Actively engage with business stakeholders and participate in yearly budget roll up.Facilitate and assume a pivotal role for Informa Long Range Planning (LRP) and stewardship of finance strategies.Working Capital management and cashflow requirement planning and analysis.Financial management and Event's P&L portfolio reporting matrix.Provide feedback on month end reporting improvement to the Asia Shared Services Center Hong Kong (ASSC HK).Provision of reporting requirements as requested by Group Finance.Provision of P&L and Balance Sheet analytics.Assume any other tasks as and when required.Compliance and ReportingLiaise with External Auditors to manage yearly statutory audit requirements.Liaise with Tax Agent to ensure timely filing and submission of VAT and Corporate Income Tax.Liaison with ASSC HK for all month end reporting requirement.Escalate compliance on non-conformance or findings in a timely manner.Provide support on Internal Audit activities and queries.Robust understanding and enforcement of the Country Delegated Authority.Adherence to and enforcement of Group Policies (Reporting, Tax, Treasury, Legal).Ensure the operations of the business are complying to the local Acts and Laws.QualificationsPOSITION REQUIREMENTSPossess a Professional qualification (ACCA/ CPA/ ICAEW/ MICPA).At least 8 years of relevant experience in Accounting, Finance Business, Corporate Finance, and system implementation, in a multi-national work environment.Solid working knowledge of ERP systems and analysis tools to provide commercial insight.Proven track record in driving changes, formulating, and championing improvement programs.A people manager with coaching capability to build a high performing team.A solution driven individual who could think out of the box and is capable to roll up the sleeves and dive into the details.Collaborative mindset and able to work well with colleagues of different cultures and hierarchy.Additional InformationWe work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone.
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