This role requires a dynamic, well-organized and analytical Senior Finance and Strategy Manager to drive and manage all aspects of the finance function, including corporate finance, treasury, investor relations, accounting, tax and structuring, corporate secretarial duties, management and regulatory reporting, managing all other relevant external stakeholder relations, including banks, regulators and the government. In addition to leading the accounting and FP&A functions, the candidate will maintaining a complete overview over existing investments and operational businesses. The candidate will also work closely with the CEO and the senior management team of the division to continuously evaluate and develop the investment and operating strategies of the VFT division. The position will together with the CEO be responsible for, managing external stakeholder relations related to finance and corporate governance, including banks, regulators, investors and other relevant authorities. This role will be based in Singapore with frequent travel within South-East Asia; and travel to Europe, US and other parts of the world as required. · Lead the accounting and FP&A team to ensure that the financial transactions, financial reporting, and forecasting are processed and completed according to standards. · Act as VFT’s Senior Finance and Strategy Manager and provide leadership and strategic direction to the business through the development and implementation of financial strategies and policies enabling the business to meet its objectives. · Lead and manage all financing, forecasting, accounting and fiscal aspects of VFT’s business operations and activities (including all subsidiaries) and actively assist, plan, and execute strategic initiatives. · Build strong working relationship with Senior Management to coordinate, collaborate and align on all financial reporting matters. Coordinate with Management and other BU’s as necessary in relation to group functions including governance, risk management, capital planning and stakeholder management. · Provide leadership, direction and management of the finance and accounting team. · Provide insight and recommendations to both short-term and long-term growth plans and contribute to strategic initiatives. · Proactive management of capital requirements (debt and equity) and solutions for current and future business scenarios. Support the planning and execution of all capital raising initiatives and all finance aspects of potential divestment/investment or M&A transactions. · Directs the preparation of all financial statements, tax returns and other financial information for both statutory and internal review purposes within mandatory required timeframe and otherwise as set by the board and/or CEO. Strong collaboration with Senior Management to maintain the compliance with Company standards. · Direct and manage tax advisory and tax compliance activity according to the tax policy in relation to ongoing business, transactions and company structuring activities. · Direct and lead a dedicated corporate secretarial team to proactively manage the ongoing governance and future development of the company structure and related corporate secretarial documentation and formalities. · Implement the Group FP&A standards and policies. · Manage the processes for financial forecasting and budgets and advising on long-term business and financial planning, including review of financial models, deal structures and participation in deal negotiations. Set targets, assess, and evaluate financial performance of organization regarding long-term goals, budgets and forecasts. · Provide active cash management and planning for the business and coordinate with corporate treasury. · In conjunction with the CEO and the Senior Management, establish and develop relations with external partners/investors and stakeholders in support of ongoing and future business. · Implement the Group governance standards and policies by maintaining a close cooperation with Finance Group. Ensure adequate, relevant, and appropriate internal controls, policies and procedures that can provide a high degree of assurance on the efficiency and integrity of day-to-day operational and financial transactions. · Anticipate potential risks and contingency plans. |