Senior Manager, Finance & Project Management

About the Role

This is a pivotal leadership role that combines strategic oversight of corporate services with financial governance. The position demands a logical thinker with exceptional leadership skills, a passion for excellence, and a strong desire to make a difference. The successful candidate will create significant impact by driving operational efficiency, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement for the South East Asia Region ( Vietnam, Cambodia & Indonesia)

What You'll Do

Statutory & Financial Reporting

• Ensure timely and accurate statutory and management reporting, including full set of accounts and consolidation.

• Review and validate reconciliations for Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss items with precision.

• Guarantee compliance with tax regulations, statutory filings, audits, and internal control requirements (e.g., banking and chop usage policy, code of business conduct).

• Manage cash flow effectively: liaise with Regional/Corporate teams on funding requirements, prepare consolidated cash flow projections, and oversee banking matters.

• Partner with Corporate Treasury, Legal, and Tax departments to drive strategic initiatives.

Planning, Analysis & Operations

• Lead monthly forecasting and annual budgeting for operating expenses and Capex requirements.

• Deliver insightful variance analysis and commentary to support decision-making.

• Align financial planning with business strategies, developing good business case, incorporating initiative impacts into budgets and forecasts.

• Identify cost drivers and trends to establish realistic P&L targets and performance measurements.

• Collaborate with business partners to analyze deviations and implement corrective actions.

Cost & Process Re-engineering

• Drive continuous process improvement and cost efficiency initiatives to simplify operations and enhance productivity.

• Implement control changes aligned with Supply Chain strategy to strengthen governance.

Office Facilities & Administration

• Lead and inspire administrative teams to deliver a comprehensive range of office services, including reception, mailroom operations, office supplies, event management, and facilities support.

• Manage outsourced service providers &travel agents, ensuring strict adherence to service level agreements and performance standards supporting what is required for the business

• Oversee procurement budgets and negotiate service contracts to achieve cost optimization and superior service delivery.

• Drive high-impact projects such as office renovations, relocations, lease negotiations, and corporate security initiatives.

• Act as custodian for office fixed assets and equipment inventory, ensuring accountability and efficiency.

• Review and implement robust policies and procedures, including procurement, office lease, and corporate security to establish regional best practices.

• Lead and execute the local Business Continuity Plan (BCP) to safeguard operations.

• Champion talent development, succession planning, and organizational effectiveness.

Who You Are

Who You Are

• Logical and Strategic Thinking with strong finance acumen: Ability to analyze complex situations, make sound decisions, and develop actionable strategies.

• Strong Leadership: Proven capability to inspire teams, build talent, and lead change with confidence and clarity.

• Impact-Driven Mindset: Eager to create meaningful improvements that deliver measurable results for the company.

• Exceptional project management, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement

• Expertise in office administration, knowledge of SOX compliance with previous audit background are definitely an advantage.

Other requirements

• Minimum 10–15 years of relevant experience in finance, statutory reporting, and corporate services.

• At least 5–7 years in a leadership role, managing multi-functional teams in a region (finance, administration, facilities).

• Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, ACCA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification

• Project Management Certification such as PMP (Project Management Professional) is highly valued.

• Hands on experience with ERP systems ( SAP, Oracle). Strong command of Excel and BI tools.