About the Role:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Regional Assistant Financial Controller to support our APAC financial operations. Reporting to the Regional Financial Controller, this role will focus on financial reporting, accounting, compliance, and internal controls, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to regulatory requirements across the region.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting expertise, a deep understanding of internal controls, compliance regulations (including SOX), and financial reporting standards, as well as the ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders.

This role also requires strong managerial skills as the successful candidate will be responsible for leading and mentoring a small team of finance staff, ensuring high performance, professional development, and effective teamwork.

Additionally, the role requires regional travel, primarily to Singapore, to work closely with finance teams and ensure operational excellence

 

Key Responsibilities:

 Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Lead and review month-end closing activities across APAC, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Ensure timely quarterly forecasting submissions from markets, and ensure technical checks on market submissions are performed
• Support country finance teams in resolving accounting and reporting issues.
• Prepare and review management reports, providing key financial insights for decision-making.

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Ensure compliance with SOX regulations, internal controls, and company financial policies across the APAC region.
• Collaborate with the Risk and Controls Team to drive SOX and internal audit compliance.
• Maintain adherence to local tax regulations and oversee audit schedules for the Singapore Regional Office.
• Coordinate and prepare transfer pricing documentation to ensure regulatory compliance.

Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

• Monitor regional working capital, ensuring alignment with company policies and best practices.
• Provide guidance to country finance teams on cash flow management and accounting treatment.
• Work with the Treasury team to monitor and optimize cash flow movement for key projects.

Process Improvement & Efficiency

• Opportunity for involvement in VML finance transformation, automation and AI intiatives to improve financial reporting, forecasting, and internal controls processes

 

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or equivalent. CPA, ACCA, or CA qualification preferred.
• Prior experience in auditing (Big 4 experience is a plus).
• Strong regional experience in APAC n financial reporting and compliance.
• Proficiency in Maconomy ERP system and Cartesis consolidation tool is a plus.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent financial reporting, business writing, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong knowledge of Excel and financial modeling.
• Experience in the advertising, media, or marketing industry is a plus. MNC experience preferred.
• Must be willing to travel regionally, primarily to Singapore.

Key Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial insights clearly.