Senior Director Finance

DSD Recruitment; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise mondiale de fabrication chimique recherche un Directeur Financier Senior pour diriger la stratégie financière et la gouvernance au sein de l'APAC. Le candidat idéal aura une vaste expérience en finance manufacturière et un diplôme professionnel en comptabilité, ainsi qu'une solide capacité à diriger une équipe financière tout en interagissant avec les C-suites régionaux et mondiaux.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 ans d'expérience en finance, dont 8 ans en environnement manufacturier.
• 5 ans en leadership financier au niveau plant ou SBU.
• Capacité à influencer des parties prenantes au niveau exécutif.

Responsibilities

• Agir en tant que conseiller financier principal pour le VP et la direction senior.
• Diriger le budget annuel et l'analyse des performances mensuelles.
• Assurer la conformité aux contrôles internes et exigences SOX.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Business Acumen

Education

ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, AICPA

MBA

Job description

A global chemical manufacturing leader is seeking an accomplished Senior Finance Director to lead the financial strategy and governance of its high-volume production sites within APAC. This role will serve as the key business partner to the VP of SBU and a strategic interface with the regional and global C-suite, driving both performance and transformation at the site and business unit levels. This role reports directly to the CFO.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Financial Leadership

- Act as the lead financial advisor to the VP and senior leadership, contributing to operational strategy, long-range planning, and P&L performance.

- Shape and execute cost transformation initiatives to improve manufacturing competitiveness through value engineering, lean practices, and margin improvement programs.

- Partner with group leadership to implement digital finance transformation, including automation of reporting, forecasting, and analytics capabilities.

- Drive site-level strategic initiatives aligned with group direction, focusing on financial agility, scalability, and sustainable cost advantage.

Planning, Controlling & Working Capital Optimization

- Lead the annual budget, forecasts, and monthly performance analysis to ensure target delivery and alignment with global timelines.

- Oversee product costing, transfer pricing, and new product financial assessments to ensure profitability and commercial alignment.

- Ensure accurate, timely reporting into corporate platforms (ICT, Bison, Siera or equivalents) in compliance with IFRS/local GAAP.

- Champion effective working capital management, with disciplined control of inventories, receivables, and payables to maximize cash generation and operational efficiency.

Governance, Compliance & Risk Management

- Ensure full compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, statutory obligations, and audit protocols.

- Lead risk mapping and mitigation strategies, developing and implementing business continuity and crisis management plans in alignment with corporate frameworks.

- Govern financial stewardship of the legal entity including balance sheet integrity, statutory P&L, and cashflow forecasting.

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

- Partner with operations leadership to identify, prioritize, and track continuous improvement and cost-reduction projects.

- Deliver measurable OE functional savings through standardization, digitalization, and cross-functional alignment.

Leadership, C-Suite Engagement & Team Development

- Build and lead a high-performing finance team, providing strategic direction, mentorship, and performance oversight.

- Regularly engage with regional and global C-suite executives, ensuring financial alignment and strategic transparency.

- Foster a culture of ownership, compliance, and business partnership across the site.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, AICPA); MBA highly desirable

- Minimum 15 years of finance experience, including:

- 8+ years in a manufacturing and supply chain finance environment

- 5+ years in senior finance leadership, ideally at a plant or SBU level

- Strong business acumen with the ability to influence cross-functional and executive-level stakeholders

- Excellent communication and leadership skills, with demonstrated experience in complex, matrixed MNC settings