Finance Transformation Director

Michael Page (Hong Kong); Hong Kong; Presencial; HKD 1.800.000 - 2.400.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive remuneration

APAC leadership exposure

Career progression opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Michael Page (Hong Kong) seeks a Finance Transformation Project Director to drive strategic finance initiatives across the APAC region. You will partner with senior leadership to deliver cross-functional projects, optimize processes, and ensure governance and compliance.

The role involves managing budgets, resources, and external consultants, delivering updates to executives, and championing continuous improvement across finance functions in a fast-paced environment.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related discipline.
• Professional qualifications (CPA/ACCA/PMP) are highly advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• Lead end-to-end finance transformation projects across APAC.
• Drive development and implementation of finance initiatives for efficiency and governance.
• Partner with finance, business and tech stakeholders to deliver complex cross-functional projects.
• Oversee planning, execution, governance, and risk mitigation.
• Provide executive-level updates and reporting to senior management.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project management

Finance transformation

Analytical thinking

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

CPA/ACCA or PMP (advantageous)

Descripción del empleo

• Lead finance transformation initiatives across the APAC region
• Partnering with senior leadership to drive strategic change

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established and highly regarded group in Asia, with its regional headquarters based in Hong Kong.

Job Description

As the Finance Transformation Project Director, you will play a key role in driving strategic finance transformation initiatives across the APAC region. Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead end-to-end finance transformation projects, ensuring successful delivery and alignment with the organization's strategic objectives.
• Drive the development and implementation of finance-related initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, governance, and business performance.
• Partner closely with finance, business, and technology stakeholders to deliver complex cross-functional projects within agreed timelines and budgets.
• Oversee project planning, execution, and governance, proactively identifying risks, resolving issues, and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Provide regular project updates and executive-level reporting to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Champion process optimization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives across finance functions.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, regulatory requirements, and corporate governance standards throughout all phases of project delivery.
• Manage project resources, budgets, and external consultants effectively to achieve desired outcomes and maximize value creation.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing insights and recommendations on finance transformation, operating models, and organizational change.
• Drive stakeholder engagement and change management efforts to ensure successful adoption of new processes, systems, and ways of working.
• Foster collaboration across regional teams and promote best practices to support the organization's long-term growth and transformation agenda.

The Successful Applicant

A successful candidate should have:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline, with professional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, or PMP being highly advantageous.
• Strong foundation in finance, accounting, and auditing, with a proven track record of leading finance transformation or strategic finance projects.
• Prior experience with a Big 4 accounting firm is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex, cross-functional projects within large-scale or multinational organizations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking capabilities, with the ability to translate financial insights into actionable business recommendations.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with senior executives and diverse teams across the organization.
• Proven leadership and project management expertise, with the ability to drive initiatives from planning through execution.
• Solid understanding of financial controls, governance frameworks, regulatory requirements, and compliance standards.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and articulate complex concepts clearly.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

What's on Offer

• A highly competitive remuneration package with attractive benefits and performance-based incentives.
• The opportunity to lead high-impact finance transformation initiatives across the APAC region.
• Exposure to senior leadership and the ability to influence strategic business decisions within a leading company.
• A collaborative and dynamic working environment with excellent career progression opportunities.