APAC Finance Director

ConnectedGroup Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

ConnectedGroup Limited in Hong Kong seeks a Regional Finance Director to lead financial strategy and operations across APAC. You will drive FP&A, budgeting, and consolidation while guiding governance and compliance for regional entities.

The role requires extensive cross-border leadership, strong profitability analytics, and fluency in English and Mandarin to support regional travel and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• University degree in Finance or Accounting with recognized professional designation (CPA/HKICPA/ACCA).
• 5+ years of senior leadership experience managing cross-border FP&A and financial operations in APAC/Greater China.
• Strong FP&A, business partnering, group consolidation, and margin analysis experience.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Financial Advisory & Commercial Growth: Collaborate with regional leadership to drive financial strategy and provide performance insights.
• Planning, Budgeting & Investment Analytics: Lead regional FP&A, budgeting cycles, forecasts, and ROI analysis.
• Operational Accounting & Process Automation: Oversee finance operations and drive ERP enhancements and automation initiatives.
• Internal Controls, Audit & Governance: Establish financial controls, governance, and regulatory compliance; support audits.
• Cross-Border Operations & Legal Oversight: Ensure tax, contracts, and governance across APAC entities and legal reviews.

Skills

Strategic FP&A

Business partnering

Profitability analysis

Stakeholder management

Bilingual EN/Mandarin

Education

Finance/Accounting degree

CPA/HKICPA/ACCA

Tools

ERP software

Consolidation systems

Job description

$1200k - $1600k p.a. + Discretionary Bonus

We are seeking a high-caliber, commercially minded Regional Finance Director to steer financial strategy, operational planning, and commercial performance across key Asia-Pacific markets. Reporting directly to the Regional Managing Director, this executive position is responsible for directing regional FP&A, financial operations, risk governance, and regulatory compliance within a dynamic, matrixed global enterprise.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Advisory & Commercial Growth: Partner closely with regional executive leadership to formulate and execute financial strategies that drive commercial expansion. Deliver actionable performance analysis, profitability scenario modeling, and strategic insights to guide executive decision-making.

Planning, Budgeting & Investment Analytics: Spearhead regional FP&A functions, directing annual budget cycles, rolling forecasts, and multi-year strategic business plans. Oversee regional financial consolidation and evaluate ROI across commercial investments and operating expenditure.

Operational Accounting & Process Automation: Oversee day-to-day finance and accounting operations across distributed cross-border teams. Identify and champion digital transformation, ERP enhancements, and workflow automation initiatives to optimize operational efficiency.

Internal Controls, Audit & Governance: Establish and enforce robust financial control frameworks, governance standards, and risk mitigation strategies. Manage statutory audit processes and ensure strict compliance across all regional entities.

Cross-Border Operations & Legal Oversight: Oversee financial, tax, and operational compliance across regional operating units, sourcing arms, and market subsidiaries in North Asia and Southeast Asia. Coordinate legal documentation, review commercial agreements, and liaise with global legal teams and external counsel.

Candidate Profile

Education & Qualifications: University degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field, accompanied by a recognized professional accounting designation (CPA, HKICPA, ACCA, or equivalent). Big 4 auditing background is highly preferred.

Experience: 5+ years of senior leadership experience managing cross-border financial operations across APAC/Greater China within commercial, consumer, or international operating environments.

Functional Mastery: Strong background in FP&A, business partnering, group consolidation, and margin analysis aimed at driving unit profitability and business performance.

Legal & Regulatory Acumen: Hands-on exposure to cross-border tax issues, commercial contract reviews, and corporate governance frameworks.

Communication & Mobility: Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills with full bilingual fluency in English and Mandarin (to support regional travel and market engagement).