Head of Finance (Asia)

CZ; Singapore; On-site; SGD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global supply chain solutions company is seeking a Head of Finance for its Southeast Asian operations. This role requires substantial experience in financial strategy and leadership, overseeing a turnover of $350m across five entities. The successful candidate will lead financial planning, reporting, and risk management, while enhancing team performance and ensuring compliance with regulations. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial software are essential.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience in financial strategy, budgeting, compliance, and reporting.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles (e.g., IFRS/GAAP).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company’s financial strategy in alignment with business goals.
• Oversee the preparation of accurate financial reports.
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing finance team.

Skills

Financial strategy

Leadership abilities

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Education

CPA, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent

Tools

Financial software

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Czarnikow is a global supply chain solutions company with 160 years of experience in commodity trading, whose purpose is to exert a positive economic and sustainable influence in its food, beverage, and energy supply chains. CZ buys, sells, moves and de-risk commodities through a range of services including trade finance, commodities trading, analysis, freight, logistics and price risk management.

We are an entrepreneurial company, with innovation at the heart of everything we do. We are open to change, as shown through the recent expansion of our product portfolio and move into energy. Our people are our most valued asset and make the business what it is today. We hope that you will join our team.

Position

The Head of Finance, Asia is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of Czarnikow’s five south-east Asian entities covering Singapore, China, Thailand, Vietnam and the Philippines. This includes strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow management, system development/improvements and team leadership. The role ensures the financial health and sustainability of the region while aligning financial strategies with broader business objectives. This role will oversee regional entity turnover of $350m and headcount of 14 across the five entities.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership
  • Develop and execute the company’s financial strategy in alignment with business goals.
  • Act as a key advisor to the Regional Directors and trading teams on financial planning, business performance, and strategic opportunities.
  • Participate in corporate strategy development and decision-making processes.
  • Regular regional travel to local offices to drive strategy development.
• Financial Management
  • Oversee the preparation of timely and accurate financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and monthly management accounts. Coordinating with local teams to ensure compliance and timeliness.
  • Manage budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes.
  • Monitor key financial metrics, and benchmarks. Reporting and communicating to relevant stakeholders.
  • Ensure robust internal controls, financial systems, and reporting structures are in place. Liaising with the development team in HQ, London to ensure local required modifications to systems are communicated effectively.
  • Ensure compliance with all statutory, regulatory, and tax requirements across all entities.
  • Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies with risk and compliance teams based in the region and in HQ.
  • Continuous process review to keep up with diversification strategy of the business.
• Team Leadership
  • Build, lead, and develop a high-performing finance team. Working closely with finance leaders in each country to discuss and implement strategy.
  • Provide coaching, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.

Foster a culture of accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

We are looking for someone with the following skillset and attributes:

Essential:

• CPA, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent professional qualification.
• 15+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience in financial strategy, budgeting, compliance, and reporting.
• Experience in similar sized business or commodity sector is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal abilities.
• High proficiency in financial software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles (e.g., IFRS/GAAP).
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Hands-on and detail-oriented, with a high level of integrity and professionalism.