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Michael Page

GL Team Lead (Pioneer)

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  • Posted 13 months ago

Job Description

  • Pioneering Team in the Shared Services Centre|APAC coverage

About Our Client


Our client is a multinational company with a global branding located in a strategic location. A company that practice a dynamic culture and organic growth that also encourages their employees to grow their skills and knowledge through rotational opportunities.

Job Description

  • Pioneer Team Setup & Migration:
    • Lead the migration of GL processes and systems from various entities into a centralized function.
    • Coordinate and manage the successful implementation of new systems, ensuring smooth integration.
    • Serve as the main point of contact for all project stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment on project goals.
  • Team Leadership & Management:
    • Manage and mentor a team of 10 GL accountants, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
    • Set clear goals and objectives for the team, ensuring high performance and accountability.
    • Foster a collaborative team environment to ensure efficiency and accuracy in GL functions.
  • Process Improvement:
    • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in GL processes and controls.
    • Lead process re-engineering initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.
    • Implement best practices in financial accounting and reporting to ensure compliance with local and international accounting standards.
  • Reporting & Compliance:
    • Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
    • Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations, accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP), and internal controls.
    • Manage the preparation for internal and external audits, ensuring timely and accurate responses to audit requests.
  • Stakeholder Engagement:
    • Work closely with cross-functional teams including FP&A, Accounts Payable, and Treasury to align on financial reporting and analysis.
    • Provide senior management with insightful reports and analysis to support decision-making.
    • Collaborate with external auditors, consultants, and regulators as necessary.
The Successful Applicant

  • Education:
    • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Professional qualifications (ACCA, CPA, CIMA) preferred.
  • Experience:
    • Minimum 10 years of experience in general ledger accounting, including 3-5 years in a leadership role.
    • Proven track record in leading finance migration projects or system implementations.
    • Experience in a shared services or centralized finance function is highly desirable.
  • Skills:
    • Strong knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
    • Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
    • Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail.
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
    • Proficiency in English and Mandarin or Cantonese, or Japanese or etc is required, as the role involves dealing with stakeholders who speak these local languages
What's On Offer

  • Great opportunity to work for the MNC company in the world
  • International and virtual environment
  • Flexibility and great opportunity to learn
  • Tempting Compensation and benefits

Contact: Joey Low


Quote job ref: JN-102024-6552992

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Job ID: 97104261