Location : Singapore (Global Headquarters)
Industry : Industrial Products (MNC)
Role Overview
The Vice President – Finance is a senior leadership role responsible for driving financial planning, analysis, and strategy across the organization. As a global leader, the VP of finance will provide strategic financial insights, ensure robust financial processes, and lead the finance team to deliver on organizational goals. Manage a team of 5 members reporting to this position. The role reports to the Global CFO and works closely with senior management to support decision-making and business growth initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
- Lead the global FP&A function, providing accurate and timely financial forecasts, budgeting, and long-term planning.
- Conduct in-depth financial analysis to guide business decisions, identify risks, and capitalize on opportunities.
- Drive cost optimization strategies while supporting revenue growth initiatives.
Strategic Financial Leadership
Collaborate with the executive leadership team to align financial strategy with organizational goals.Provide actionable insights through financial modeling, scenario analysis, and business case evaluations.Offer guidance on M&A activities, capital allocation, and investment decisions.Team Leadership and Development
Lead and inspire a high-performing global finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.Develop talent within the team, ensuring succession planning and capability building.Promote collaboration across regional finance teams to ensure alignment and best practice sharing.Financial Governance and Compliance
Ensure adherence to global financial regulations, reporting standards, and company policies.Oversee the preparation of financial reports for stakeholders, ensuring accuracy and compliance.Partner with internal and external auditors to maintain transparency and governance standards.Operational Excellence
Drive process improvements and technology adoption to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of financial operations.Monitor and manage cash flow, working capital, and liquidity to support business stability and growth.Lead initiatives to integrate financial processes across regions, ensuring consistency and scalability.Key Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or CFA / CPA preferred.15+ years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.Strong expertise in financial planning and analysis, with experience in a global, multi-regional organization.Proven ability to lead and develop diverse finance teams across geographies.Excellent understanding of financial regulations, compliance, and reporting standards.Experience in industrial products or manufacturing sectors preferred.Exceptional analytical, communication, and leadership skills.Key Competencies
Strategic Thinking : Ability to align financial strategy with long-term business objectives.Leadership : Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing teams.Problem-Solving : Strong analytical skills with the ability to navigate complexity.Stakeholder Management : Skilled in collaborating with senior executives and cross-functional teams.Adaptability : Comfortable operating in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.