Overview

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) leads the Group’s global finance function and plays a critical role in shaping the Group’s long-term financial strategy, capital structure, governance framework, and acquisition-led expansion strategy across multiple business units and international markets.

This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of Group finance, including financial strategy, M&A execution, IPO readiness, financial reporting, treasury, taxation, compliance, investor engagement, and operational finance management across regional and overseas entities.

As a key member of senior leadership, the CFO partners closely with the Chairman, CEO, and business leaders to drive sustainable growth, strengthen institutional governance, and support the Group’s transformation into a scalable and internationally positioned organisation.

The ideal candidate is both strategic and highly hands-on, with strong experience in cross-border finance operations, capital markets, multi-entity consolidation, and acquisition integration within fast-paced and entrepreneurial environments.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Leadership & Strategic Planning

Define, develop, and execute the Group’s financial strategy in alignment with its long-term business objectives and acquisition-led growth model.
Partner closely with the Chairman, CEO, and Board on strategic planning, capital allocation, financing strategy, and business expansion initiatives.
Provide commercial and financial leadership across investment decisions, operational planning, and regional growth opportunities.
Translate strategic business objectives into scalable financial and operational execution plans.
Support institutionalisation of the Group through enhanced governance, reporting standards, and financial discipline.

2. M&A, Investments & Corporate Development

Lead financial due diligence, valuation analysis, transaction structuring, and execution for acquisitions, investments, and strategic partnerships.
Assess commercial, financial, tax, and operational risks relating to transactions and investment opportunities.
Drive post-merger integration activities, including consolidation of reporting structures, financial governance, ERP alignment, and operational integration.
Support negotiations relating to SPA structures, working capital adjustments, earn-outs, and transaction financing arrangements.
Partner with legal advisors, investment bankers, auditors, and consultants throughout transaction lifecycles.

3. IPO Readiness & Capital Markets

Lead the Group’s IPO readiness initiatives, public market preparation, and capital markets strategy.
Oversee implementation of governance frameworks, financial controls, reporting standards, and disclosure processes required for listed company environments.
Coordinate with regulators, external advisors, auditors, underwriters, and legal counsels to ensure compliance with listing and regulatory requirements.
Support preparation of prospectuses, investor materials, board papers, and public disclosures.
Drive investor readiness, financial transparency, and institutional reporting capabilities.

4. Group Financial Reporting & Consolidation

Oversee Group-wide financial reporting, consolidation, and statutory compliance across multiple jurisdictions and overseas entities.
Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements in accordance with IFRS and applicable local regulations.
Manage intercompany accounting, eliminations, foreign currency translation, and cross-border reporting processes.
Establish scalable reporting frameworks capable of supporting multiple industries, entities, and international operations.

5. Operational Finance, Treasury & Risk Management

Oversee core finance functions including accounting, tax, treasury, cash flow management, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance.
Ensure robust internal controls, enterprise risk management frameworks, and financial governance standards are maintained across the Group.
Strengthen operational finance capabilities while maintaining cost discipline and financial efficiency.
Monitor liquidity, financing requirements, and working capital across regional operations and investment activities.
Support banking relationships, financing arrangements, and treasury optimisation initiatives.

6. Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Analysis

Lead Group budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes across business units and regional entities.
Provide financial analysis, performance tracking, and strategic insights to support management decision-making.
Monitor operational and financial KPIs, identifying risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
Support scenario planning, business modelling, and financial evaluation for expansion and investment initiatives.

7. Team Leadership & Organisational Development

Build, lead, and develop a high-performing finance organisation capable of supporting regional and international expansion.
Initially lead and manage a lean finance structure while scaling capabilities in line with business growth and acquisitions.
Provide mentorship, coaching, and leadership to finance team members while fostering accountability, professionalism, and operational excellence.
Drive continuous improvement across finance operations, systems, governance, and reporting processes.

8. Cross-Functional & Stakeholder Management

Partner closely with Legal, HR, Operations, IT, Compliance, and regional business leaders on strategic and operational initiatives.
Act as a trusted advisor to senior management, shareholders, investors, and key stakeholders on finance-related matters.
Support Group-wide transformation projects, governance initiatives, and overseas expansion activities.
Represent the finance function in Board meetings, investor discussions, and external stakeholder engagements where required.

Key Requirements

Experience & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or above in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, or a related discipline.
Minimum 12+ years of senior finance leadership experience, ideally as a CFO, Finance Director, or senior regional finance leader.
Proven experience in multinational, regional, or high-growth entrepreneurial environments with cross-border operations.
Strong track record in M&A transactions, financial due diligence, post-merger integration, and investment execution.
Demonstrated experience leading IPO readiness projects and/or supporting public market listings.
Experience managing Group consolidation, reporting, and governance across multiple entities and jurisdictions.
Exposure to industries such as luxury services, yachting, financial services, healthcare, wellness, hospitality, lifestyle, or medical sectors would be advantageous.

Professional & Technical Skills

Strong expertise in:Financial strategy and corporate financeIFRS and Group consolidationIPO readiness and regulatory complianceCapital markets and investor reportingTreasury, cash flow, and risk managementM&A execution and integration
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance strategic oversight and operational execution.
Experience implementing scalable finance processes, governance frameworks, and reporting structures.
Proficiency in ERP systems, financial modelling, and advanced financial analysis.

Language & Communication Skills

Fluent English with strong written and verbal communication skills.
Conversational or professional Mandarin proficiency is required to support Chinese-speaking stakeholders, overseas entities, and regional operations.
Ability to engage effectively with Board members, investors, regulators, advisors, and senior stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions.

Leadership & Personal Attributes

Strategic, commercially minded, and highly analytical.
Hands-on leadership style with the ability to operate effectively in lean and evolving environments.
High integrity, professionalism, and strong governance mindset.
Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills.
Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to perform effectively under pressure and within fast-paced environments.
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to scale finance capabilities alongside business growth and acquisitions.

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