This role will be based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
As the Finance Director, you will be a strategic partner and financial leader, responsible for overseeing the overall financial health and sustainability of the company operations. Your role is pivotal in driving financial strategies that align with short and long-term business objectives, enhancing profitability, and fostering long-term growth.
Working closely with the executive leadership team, you will provide key financial insights, optimize resource allocation, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accounting standards. As the financial steward, your leadership will help drive operational excellence and support the company vision of becoming a leading player in Cambodia.
The Finance Director will have primary day-to-day responsibility for planning, implementing, managing and controlling all financial-related activities of the company. This will include direct responsibility for accounting, finance, forecasting, strategic planning, job costing, legal, property management, deal analysis and negotiations, investor relationships and partnership compliance.
Job Responsibilities
Policies review & implementation
- Review and optimize the accounting and financial system and procedures
- Review, design, set up and supervise the execution of the local strategy with regards to Working Capital, invoicing process and risk coverage, in alignment with Global guidance
- Define the key local financial indicators as well as the expenses policy and procedure by defining authorization levels, monitoring cost control and negotiating with external suppliers
- Research revenue opportunities and economic trends, analyze internal operations, identify areas of cost reduction and process enhancement
- Perform risk management through analysis of company liabilities and investments and evaluate and manage capital structure and fundraising initiatives
- Oversee internal controls, risk management, and compliance to safeguard the company's assets and financial integrity
Business relations
Business partner to the CEO in enabling organic growth while ensuring no compromise on full compliance with ethical guidelines in placePartner with the leadership team to identify and pursue growth opportunities, including new business development and strategic investmentsProvide financial insights, scenario analyses, and decision support to influence key business strategies and project evaluationsAssist the operational teams in financial related matters, including negotiation with clients and suppliers, support in calculating fees, project costing amongst othersAccounting & Finance
Ensure the accounting activities are conducted accurately, ethically, consistently and in compliance with Group policies, and relevant regulations, laws, and standardsTrack budget control according to the client’s operation status, manage revenue and cost, manage forecast and control, and risk managementLead the annual budgeting and financial forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with business priorities and work closely with management in presenting budgetary financial informationLead financial audits, both internal and external, ensuring any findings are addressed promptly and effectivelyLegal
Lead all legal matters for the company with the support of regional legal teamGive the legal assistant support and review his workSupervise the IT teamEnsure global and local processes are in placeReporting
Oversee the preparation and communication of financial statements and the coordination of independent auditors, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance, maintenance of appropriate internal controls and improvement actions at local levelEnsure timely and accurate financial reporting to internal stakeholders and global headquarters, adhering to standards and local regulatory requirementsAssure legal and regulatory documents are filed and monitor compliance with laws and regulationsEnsure that reporting to HQ is done timely and accurately across all agenciesLead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovationOther
If needed, support the merger and acquisition process for the new prospects including working with CEO for proper identification and screening of new opportunities.Job Requirements
Bachelor or Master’s degree in finance or business administration (professional qualifications like CPA, CFA preferred)At least 8-10 years of relevant working experience in FinanceClear sense of business in his / her current industry and interest in becoming an adviser not only in accounting matters but also businessExperience in Southeast Asia preferredFluent in professional English - French an advantageSolid understanding of the financial and operational processesDemonstrated business acumen and a track record of success in the finance servicesDemonstrated leadership and management skills - at least 4 years of people-management experienceSolid interpersonal and teamwork abilitiesDemonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilitiesDetail orientedStrong analytical abilities