Role Summary

We are seeking a seasoned Finance Systems & Transformation Lead to drive our global finance technology roadmap. This role bridges the gap between IT and Finance, leading end-to-end global ERP implementations, SaaS modernizations, process standardizations, and digital innovations (including AI automation).

Responsibilities:

Lead the planning and execution of Financial Management System (FMS) project rollout across APAC.
Conduct comprehensive requirement-gathering workshops and prepar functional design documents in alignment with accounting policies and standards.
Develop end-user training materials and provide training to ensure successful launch of FMS.
Resolve system issues and errors and ensure sustained operation & continuous improvement.
Manage day-to-day maintenance of FMS, and conduct quality control measures to reduce error rate and improve existing procedures.
Collaborate and coordinate with technical teams on seamless integration and protection of financial data.
Drive continuous system implementation, develop and maintain financial reports to effectively streamline financial management process.
Identify workflow automation opportunities, leveraging AI/Agentic AI capabilities to streamline finance processes, elevate reporting quality, and deliver scalable business use cases.

Requirement:

Education: Degree or above in Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
Certifications: Professional accounting credentials (CPA, ACCA, CIMA, CA) are highly desirable; certifications in agile/ hybrid delivery methodologies or project oversight (PMP/ Scrum Master) are an advantage.
Experience: Minimum 5 to 10+ years of track record in large scale branded financial systems implementation, SaaS migrations, or large-scale digital ERP transformations, ideally within complex multinational environments.

Functional & Technical Competencies

Platform Exposure: Expertise in large scale branded Financial Management System (best preferred SAP FI/CO) OR specialized finance engines (e.g., Infor SunSystems).
Core Accounting Knowledge: Deep functional mastery of GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, Costing, Cash Management, Budgeting, and Financial Consolidation.
Technical Interface Skills: Practical understanding of system integration architecture, API connectors, middleware platforms, and data migration tools.

Leadership & Personal Attributes

Strong stakeholder management, negotiation and communication skills, with a proven ability to bridge between multiple and cross-regional business stakeholders, technical teams and vendors.
Structured problem-solver with a results-oriented mindset, capable of navigating multi-project priorities in a fast-moving landscape.
Good command in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin is required.

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