Lead, Finance Operations (Education / West)

Responsibilities:

Group Accounting & Reporting:

• Oversee the preparation and consolidation of the Group financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards, relevant regulatory regulations and policies.
• Review monthly management accounts to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to reporting timelines.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and internal reporting requirements.

Financial Performance and Analysis:

• Conduct detailed financial analysis, variance analysis, and performance reviews to support management’s decision-making.
• Provide insightful commentary on financial results and identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Support the preparation of management reports, board papers, and presentations.

Tax and Compliance:

• Manage and coordinate group tax matters, including corporate tax, GST/VAT, and transfer pricing documentation.
• Liaise with external tax agents and auditors to ensure compliance with tax regulations and timely filing.

Fixed Asset Management:

• Oversee fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, disposals, and periodic physical verification.
• Ensure compliance with group asset policies and maintain proper asset registers.

Process Improvement and Controls:

• Review and enhance finance and controlling processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
• Drive automation and system improvement initiatives where relevant.
• Support implementation of finance transformation projects as required.

Leadership and Collaboration:

• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to the Controlling team.
• Foster a strong team culture focused on collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Partner effectively with cross-functional teams and business units to ensure financial alignment with corporate objectives.
• Timely submission of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Completion of group audit and tax submissions within deadlines.
• Implementation or recommendation of at least one key process improvement initiative within the contract period.

Requirements:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent professional qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CA).
• Proven experience with minimum 5 years in controlling, statutory reporting and group consolidation, including minimum of 3 years in leading a team
• Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Able to commit one year contract

Interested candidates, please send your updated resume to [email protected]

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