This leadership role is responsible for overseeing group finance reporting and Shared Services Center (SSC) operations, ensuring robust governance, standardized controls, and full regulatory compliance. The position acts as a strategic business partner to the CFO and senior management, supporting diverse business entities to drive value creation and operational excellence. The role demands a strong focus on financial integrity, process optimization, and collaboration across multiple teams and functions.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and direction for group finance reporting, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulations.
- Oversee the operations of the Shared Services Center, driving efficiency, standardization, and continuous improvement in financial processes and controls.
- Establish and maintain strong governance frameworks and internal controls to mitigate risks and ensure regulatory compliance across all business units.
- Partner closely with the CFO and senior leadership to support business planning, forecasting, and decision-making through insightful financial analysis and reporting.
- Lead cross-functional teams to implement best practices and harmonize financial processes across multiple entities within the group.
- Monitor key performance indicators related to finance and SSC operations, identifying opportunities for cost savings and enhanced service delivery.
- Manage relationships with external auditors, regulators, and other stakeholders to ensure transparent and effective communication.
- Drive change management initiatives to embed a culture of accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement within finance and SSC functions.
- Mentor and develop finance and SSC teams, fostering a high-performance environment aligned with organizational goals.
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience in senior finance leadership roles, preferably within a multinational or diversified business environment.
- Strong expertise in group financial reporting, consolidation, and regulatory compliance.
- Demonstrated ability to lead Shared Services operations with a focus on process standardization and operational efficiency.
- In-depth knowledge of governance frameworks, internal controls, and risk management practices.
- Excellent strategic thinking and business partnering skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a track record of driving value through financial insights.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of managing diverse teams and external relationships.
- Relevant professional qualifications such as CPA, CA, ACCA, or equivalent are highly desirable.
Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- Experience working in complex, multi-entity organizations with exposure to international accounting standards and regulatory environments.
- Background in implementing finance transformation or Shared Services optimization projects.
- Leadership experience in change management and talent development within finance functions.
- Competitive compensation package aligned with industry standards.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development within a dynamic and supportive corporate environment.
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute at a strategic level, shaping the financial governance and operational excellence of a diverse group of companies while partnering closely with executive leadership.