Senior Finance Manager

Overview of the role 

Do you want to drive the company/category/market top line and bottom-line growth with strong business insight and stewardship? We grow our Finance talent with diverse experiences through different assignments across categories and countries to develop skill sets of a holistic Finance Manager! 

You will be accountable for management reporting and financial analysis for a regional portfolio. You will provide explanation of variances and key performance drivers, coordinate the consolidation of results across IMETA/APAC for reporting purposes and monthly and quarterly business review presentations. You will participate in forecasting processes, and support in planning and implementing new business initiatives. You will craft and provide insightful analysis to support business unit leaders in identifying commercial and financial improvement opportunities. 

Your team 

This role works closely with the Finance / HR leader on budgeting and financial planning. 

How success looks like 

• Seen as the trusted advisor to evaluate business issues, anticipant questions and demonstrate excellent analytical skills to optimize investment or handle risk  

• Ability to integrate the organization strategy and brand priorities to recommend solutions to identify and deliver business growth opportunities 

Role Responsibilities

• Provide financial leadership to key business partners in Regional Business Unit and Market Operations, across multi-functional teams. 

• Lead financial analysis of initiative design, category plans, giving business recommendations to leaders. 

• Lead in monthly regional financial forecast and support actual proofing. 

• Lead in delivering high standards of stewardship in organisation and process workflow. 

Role Requirements

• At least 4 years of proven track record in managing high volume P&L budget across a matrix organisation with high level of agility; entry level candidates with a university degree in the relevant field can be considered  

• Detailed understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Knowledge of Statutory accounting principles  

• Ability to multi-task and work in an exciting fast paced environment  

• Maturity, integrity, and high level of discretion are required  

• Independent worker and analytical problem solver with an ability to conduct research, data analysis and resolve sophisticated problems 

• Strong presence with the ability to interact with Senior Leadership  

• Financial modeling expertise a plus  

• Experience in consumer goods industry and/or eCommerce/digital would be beneficial