Company Overview:
This Hong Kong-based manufacturing company is supported by a robust network of production facilities worldwide and is a portfolio company of a prominent buy-out private equity fund.
Position Summary:
The Head of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) will be a pivotal leader in shaping and uplifting the capabilities of the Financee function. Reporting directly to the Group CFO, the incumbent will be responsible for overseeing the FP&A function, delivering strategic financial insights, and facilitating key business decisions. This role is critical as the company transitions to more advanced financial analysis and reporting systems in preparation for accelerated growth through a series of acquisitions.
Responsibilities:
Lead the FP&A team in the development and execution of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis processes.
Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to the Group CFO and senior leadership, guiding key business decisions.
Conduct in-depth financial performance analysis, identify trends, and offer actionable recommendations to enhance profitability and operational efficiency.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives for financial processes and systems to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.
Lead the integration of financial data across multiple ERP systems and manual consolidation processes into a streamlined, automated solution.
Support financial due diligence and post-acquisition integration efforts for mergers and acquisitions.
Design, maintain, and refine financial models to support business planning and long-term strategic objectives.
Oversee the preparation of annual budgets and long-term financial plans, ensuring alignment with company growth initiatives.
Requirements:
A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; an MBA or CPA is preferred.
At least 15 years of experience in financial planning and analysis experience gained from a sizeable business
Advantageous to have experience in businesses with complex operations with a global footprint
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage, influence, and present to senior stakeholders
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of interpreting complex financial data and providing actionable strategic insights
Experience in mergers and acquisitions, including financial due diligence and post-acquisition integration, is highly desirable
Fluency in English and Chinese