Finance Lead

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Finance Lead for Distributor-led Markets in Asia to oversee financial operations and drive sustainable growth across distributor-led markets. This is a strategic finance leadership role that offers the opportunity to partner with senior stakeholders, influence business performance, and shape financial strategies across diverse markets.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing financial growth models, ensuring strong financial governance, and driving business performance through robust planning, analysis, and risk management.

Our organization has engaged a confidential search for this opportunity. Further details regarding the company, products, and market presence will be shared with shortlisted candidates during the recruitment process.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Business Performance

• Develop and implement financial growth strategies to drive performance across distributor markets.
• Provide insights and recommendations to support business decision-making and long-term growth objectives.
• Monitor business performance and identify opportunities for value creation.

Financial Operations & Value Chain Management

• Design and oversee finance processes that support effective and efficient end-to-end operations.
• Ensure financial controls, compliance, and governance standards are consistently applied.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis

• Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.
• Deliver accurate financial reporting, analysis, and business performance tracking.
• Support strategic planning through data-driven financial insights.

Risk Management

• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial, operational, and compliance risks.
• Ensure appropriate controls are in place to safeguard company assets and profitability.

Stakeholder Management

• Partner closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives.
• Communicate financial performance, risks, and opportunities clearly to stakeholders.

Team Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop finance team members.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing, and results-oriented team culture.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Master's degree or advanced finance qualification is an advantage.
• Significant experience in finance leadership, financial planning and analysis, commercial finance, or financial management.
• Experience working within multinational organizations and/or distributor market environments is preferred.
• CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional accounting/finance certification preferred.

Key Skills & Competencies

Technical Expertise

• Strong knowledge of accounting standards (GAAP and/or IFRS).
• Advanced proficiency in financial systems, SAP, Microsoft Excel, and other business applications.

Analytical & Strategic Thinking

• Ability to analyze complex financial information and translate findings into actionable business recommendations.
• Strong commercial acumen and strategic mindset.

Communication & Influencing

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to present financial information effectively to senior stakeholders.

Leadership Capabilities

• Strategic planning and decision-making.
• Problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset.
• Adaptability in dynamic business environments.
• Risk assessment and management.
• Team leadership, coaching, and talent development.