Deputy Finance Director
Position Overview: The Deputy Finance Director is a strategic leader responsible for assisting the Finance Director in overseeing the financial operations, strategic planning, and fiscal health of the organization. This position ensures compliance with financial regulations, enhances financial processes, and supports the organization's growth through robust financial strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Strategy and Planning:
- Assist in developing and implementing financial strategies to support organizational goals.
- Prepare long-term and short-term financial plans, budgets, and forecasts.
- Analyze financial trends and provide actionable recommendations to senior leadership.
- Financial Operations:
- Supervise day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions.
- Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
- Monitor cash flow and manage investments to optimize liquidity and returns.
- Compliance and Risk Management:
- Ensure compliance with local and international financial regulations, tax laws, and organizational policies.
- Oversee internal and external audits and implement recommendations as needed.
- Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Leadership and Team Development:
- Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, promoting professional growth and fostering a collaborative environment.
- Act as a key point of contact between the finance department and other organizational units.
- Represent the Finance Director in meetings, as needed, and ensure consistent communication of financial updates to stakeholders.
- Process Improvement:
- Identify and implement improvements in financial processes and systems for greater efficiency and accuracy.
- Leverage technology to automate workflows and enhance reporting capabilities.
- Stakeholder Engagement:
- Collaborate with external partners, such as banks, auditors, and regulatory bodies.
- Provide clear and comprehensive financial insights to the Board of Directors and senior leadership.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (Master's degree or CPA/ CPD certification preferred).
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive financial management experience, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of financial principles, reporting standards and regulatory requirements.
- Proficiency in financial management software and advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams in a dynamic environment.
- Strong MS Excel skills required
- Experience in developing a financial reporting model, including multiple P&L and consolidation
- Business partnering mindset to work effectively with cross functions
- Excellent communication skills with ability to build relationships
- Fluent in Thai & English
- Familiar with ERP SAP system is a plus
