Director

Key Responsibilities

This position holds full accountability for the strategic and operational leadership of the Regional Finance Shared Services Centre across the APAC region. This role is responsible for managing a high-performing team to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of services in accordance with established Service Level Agreements (SLAs). The position also plays a critical role in driving process standardization, digital transformation, and continuous improvement to meet evolving business needs and optimize end-to-end finance operations.

Qualification & Requirements

• Possesses foundational knowledge of freight forwarding and logistics, with an understanding of key industry drivers and operational dynamics.
• Demonstrates a strong grasp of shared service centre (SSC) models and end-to-end finance processes, enabling effective service delivery and optimization.
• Brings a high level of financial control orientation, with a proactive mindset to challenge existing norms and continuously enhance corporate standards and governance frameworks.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA, ACCA, or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum 12–15 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within a shared service or multinational environment.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS/local GAAP, tax regulations, and financial systems (e.g., SAP, CW1).
• Proven track record in process improvement, change management, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Process Optimization: Experience in streamlining AP, AR, and GL functions.
• Automation & Systems: Proficiency in ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, CW1) and leveraging RPA or AI tools for efficiency.
• Service Delivery Excellence: Strong focus on SLAs, KPIs, and customer satisfaction within a shared services model.
• Team Development: Ability to build, mentor, and retain high-performing finance teams.
• Change Leadership: Skilled in managing transitions, such as SSC migrations or finance transformations.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Strong interpersonal skills to influence and collaborate with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)
• Fluent local language is added advantage
• Proficiency in ERP systems like SAP or Microsoft Dynamics for managing financial transactions and reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, macros, and data modeling.
• Familiarity with business intelligence tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik for data visualization and analytics.

Benefits

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