Overview of the role
You will be accountable for management reporting and financial analysis for a regional portfolio. You will provide explanation of variances and key performance drivers, coordinate the consolidation of results across our region for reporting purposes and monthly and quarterly business review presentations. You will participate in forecasting processes, and support in planning and implementing new business initiatives. You will craft and provide insightful analysis to support business unit leaders in identifying commercial and financial improvement opportunities.
Your team
This role reports to the Finance Director and works closely with the Sales/ Marketing/ Supply Chain leader on budgeting and financial planning.
How success looks like
· Seen as the trusted advisor to evaluate business issues, anticipant questions and demonstrate excellent analytical skills to optimize investment or handle risk
· Ability to integrate the brand strategy, pricing, consumer positioning and profitability to recommend solutions to identify and deliver business growth opportunities.
· Providing mentorship to junior finance members in the group and guide them in the finance leadership track
Responsibilities of the role
· Lead in monthly regional financial forecast, actual proofing, and accruals in a high sophisticated accounting environment;
· Provide financial leadership to key business partners in RBU, SMO across multi-functional teams
· Lead in cross country-category loss analysis to deliver net savings and drive competitive cost structure to fuel profitable growth for the business;
· Lead financial analysis of category plans, giving business recommendations to leaders
· Lead in delivering high standards of stewardship in organisation and process workflow
· Increases efficiency by developing automated accounting applications; coordinating information requirements
· Protects operations by keeping financial information confidential
· Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing publications
Qualifications
· 10+ years of proven track record in managing high volume P&L budget across a matrix organization with high level of agility
· A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance - CPA/MBA preferred
· Detailed understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
· Knowledge of Statutory accounting principles
· Ability to multi-task and work in an exciting fast paced environment
· Maturity, integrity, and high level of discretion are required
· Independent worker and analytical problem solver with an ability to conduct research, data analysis and resolve sophisticated problems
· Strong presence with the ability to interact with Senior Leadership
· Financial modeling expertise a plus
· Experience in consumer goods industry and/or eCommerce/digital would be beneficial.
· Experience in markets in our regions (i.e. Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam)
