Regional Finance Director (Logistics)

Adecco Personnel Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Singapore seeks a finance leader to design and implement financial strategies. The role demands a Bachelor's in Finance, extensive experience (8+ years), and skills in cash flow management and stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate will have a strong business acumen and a proven track record in strategy execution, preferably in logistics across Southeast Asia. Opportunity to collaborate with senior management in refining financial processes and investment strategies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience as a finance leader, preferably in logistics.
• Well-versed in financial regulations across Southeast Asia.
• Strategic thinker and excellent communicator.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Set up finance operations and structure across Southeast Asia.
• Oversee investment portfolio and conduct due diligence.

Skills

Financial strategy development

Budgeting and forecasting

Cash flow management

Stakeholder management

Investment analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting

MBA or CPA/CA (preferred)

Job description

Main duties & responsibilities

• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with company objectives and growth plans across Southeast Asia.
• Set up the finance operations and structure across Southeast Asia.
• Key business partner to the Managing Director on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes to support decision-making.
• Cash Flow Management. Monitor cash flow and working capital to support operations and strategic investments.
• Stakeholder Management. Build relationships with internal stakeholders, external partners, investors, and local regulatory authorities.
• Oversee the company's investment portfolio: Identify and evaluate investment opportunities, including conducting due diligence, financial modeling, and risk assessment.
• Prepare timely and accurate financial reports, ensuring compliance with local regulations and international standards (e.g. IFRS/SFRS).
• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks to safeguard company assets and optimize performance.

The Talent

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting. Candidate with an MBA or a CPA/CA is preferred
• Proven track record as a finance leader for over 8 years, preferably in the logistics industry, and well-versed in financial regulations across Southeast Asia.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to drive change and foster continuous improvement.
• Strong sense of business acumen and excellent interpersonal skills to partner with business stakeholders.