About the role

Our client is a prominent market leader in their industry with a rapidly expanding presence across the Asia-Pacific region. To spearhead their next phase of regional growth, they are looking for a top-tier financial leader to join their executive team in Singapore to oversee their expanding regional operations.

Summary of the role and key responsibilities

Act as a strategic partner to the executive board to deliver high-level financial insights and market expertise that support commercial expansion across APAC
Oversee the regional business-as-usual financial operations, ensuring robust governance and precise group financial management across all entities.
Drive the corporate M&A strategy alongside with investment team including financial valuation, due diligence, transaction structuring, and the subsequent financial integration of regional acquisitions.
Lead, mentor, and align small, decentralized finance teams located throughout various countries in the region to foster a high-performance culture
Partner closely with the executive board to provide strategic financial insights and market expertise that support commercial expansion across APAC.
Optimize regional treasury functions, manage capital allocation, and ensure strict compliance with the statutory and tax regulations of diverse jurisdictions.

Requirements

University degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline, with a recognized professional qualification like CA or CPA.
Minimum 15 years of financial management experience, with at least 8 years in a proven leadership capacity managing cross-border and culturally diverse teams
Extensive track record as a regional finance head, with solid experience managing complex corporate finance functions across multiple APAC markets.
Experience in corporate finance and deal-making, with hands-on experience navigating complex regional M&A transactions with investment team.
Proven leadership capability with a track record of managing and inspiring cross-border and culturally diverse teams.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence C-suite executives and board.
Excellent command of both English and Chinese is essential to collaborate effectively with regional stakeholders.

How to apply

If you are interested in discussing this role further, please apply for the position or contact Lauren Cho at lc@escorporatefunctions.com (Job Code - LC/79068).

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