APAC Finance Director
Job Summary
The APAC Finance Director will lead and oversee the full spectrum of finance and accounting activities across the region for a multinational industrial process automation organization. This role acts as a key strategic partner to the Regional Managing Director, supporting business growth through robust FP&A, financial oversight, and operational excellence. The position requires a seasoned leader capable of driving commercial performance and financial governance across diverse APAC markets.
Responsibilities
- Oversee regional end-to-end finance and accounting functions
- Lead regional FP&A, budgeting, and forecasting processes
- Act as a strategic partner to the Regional Managing Director
- Drive commercial performance and operational efficiency
- Manage governance, risk, compliance, and internal controls
Required Skills
- 15+ years experience in MNC Finance roles
- Expertise in FP&A and commercial finance
- B2B industry experience (Industrial/Manufacturing)
- Regional APAC leadership experience
- Advanced professional qualification (CA/ACCA)
Job Details
Regional Finance Leadership
- Oversee the end to end finance and accounting function for the APAC region, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, statutory compliance, tax, and internal controls.
- Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant financial reporting in line with group policies and local statutory requirements.
- Lead, mentor, and develop regional and in country finance teams, driving capability building and succession planning.
FP&A & Business Partnering
- Lead the regional FP&A function, including annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, long range planning, and management reporting.
- Act as a strategic business partner to the Regional MD, providing financial insights to support decision making and execution of regional strategy.
- Partner closely with Local GMs and Heads of Department (Sales, Supply Chain, HR, IT, Business Development) to drive commercial performance, cost optimisation, and productivity improvements.
- Analyse business performance, KPIs, margins, pricing, and investment proposals, translating data into actionable insights.
Commercial & Operational Finance
- Support sales and operations on pricing strategies, contract profitability, bid reviews, and deal structuring in a B2B environment.
- Work closely with Supply Chain on inventory management, working capital optimisation, and operational efficiency.
- Provide financial support for new market entry, business expansion, and strategic initiatives across APAC.
Governance, Risk & Compliance
- Strengthen financial governance, internal controls, and risk management processes across the region.
- Ensure compliance with group policies, local regulations, and audit requirements.
- Act as the key finance liaison for internal and external auditors.
Systems & Process Improvement
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes, systems, and reporting to enhance scalability and efficiency.
- Support finance transformation, ERP enhancements, and digitalisation initiatives as the business grows.
Required Profile
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline, or ACCA qualification; CA or equivalent professional qualification is strongly preferred.
- Minimum 15 years of relevant Finance & Accounting experience within an MNC environment, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership or regional role.
- Strong background in FP&A and commercial finance, with a proven track record of business partnering at senior leadership level.
- Prior experience within B2B industries, such as manufacturing, industrial automation, process control, engineering, or equipment based businesses.
- Demonstrated regional exposure across APAC, with prior experience covering China and India markets.
- Ability to be hands on, proactive, and adaptable, comfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders across cultures and geographies.