Global Financial Operations Director

4 days ago

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia SWIFT Full time

About Us

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  • We are the world's leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium.">
  • We are the way the world moves value – across borders, through cities and overseas.">
  • No other organisation can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands.">
  • We're proud to support the global economy.">
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Our Mission

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We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value – a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust, completely.

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We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant.

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Our Global Presence

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We have a presence in 200+ countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions.

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The Role

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We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Regional Financial Controlling to oversee financial operations, reporting, and governance for our global entities.

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This leadership role requires a hands-on approach to financial management, ensuring the delivery of timely, accurate, and insightful financial reporting, compliance with regulations, including statutory audits and filings as well as alignment with the company's strategic objectives.

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Responsibilities

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  • Financial Reporting & Compliance">
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    • Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.">
    • Monitor and enforce compliance with local and international accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).">
    • Oversee statutory reporting and coordinate with external auditors to complete audits without findings.">
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  • Operational Finance Management">
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    • Drive improvements in working capital management, cost control, and efficiency.">
    • Implement and monitor financial controls and policies to mitigate risk.">
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  • Team Leadership & Development">
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    • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team of 10 professionals.">
    • Foster a collaborative and results-oriented team culture.">
    • Conduct regular performance reviews and provide training opportunities to enhance team capabilities.">
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  • Stakeholder Management">
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    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance operations, sales, and HR, to align financial goals with overall business objectives.">
    • Act as the primary finance contact for regional leadership and external stakeholders.">
    • Present financial results and strategic recommendations to senior management.">
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  • Systems & Process Optimization">
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    • Drive the implementation and optimization of financial systems, including ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, S4/HANA).">
    • Lead continuous improvement initiatives and key change programs, focusing on operationalization, efficiencies and controls as well as improving customer/employee experience.">
    • Lead automation initiatives and explore the use of AI for financial reporting and analysis.">
    • Act as a partner for broader Finance as well as collaborate with other departments on strategic priorities.">
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Requirements

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To be successful in this role, you will need:

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Key Competencies

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  • Results Oriented: Takes responsibility for significant decisions and actions related to operational/tactical issues and holds others (team and peers) accountable.">
  • Demonstrates Operational Excellence: Defines, implements and manages team to the highest standards of operational excellence.">
  • Promotes knowledge sharing: Demonstrates commitment to learn and develop self and others.">
  • Builds deep business understanding and commercial acumen: Promotes and applies business/management principles to improve commercial performance through a deep understanding of Swift business model.">
  • Strengthens relationships globally: Builds and maintains effective customer relationships.">
  • Team focus: Mobilizes and continuously develops teams.">
  • Communicates effectively: Communicates objectives, business strategies and approaches in a concise and structured manner.">
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Education

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  • A university undergraduate degree in Finance or Accounting.">
  • CPA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent is highly desirable.">
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Experience

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  • Proven track record in finance roles within global organization (>10 years), including at least 5 years as a team lead.">
  • Experience working in Big4.">
  • Experience with change programs, including IT systems implementation and/or reorganizations.">
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities with individuals at all levels, including senior executives.">
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Language Skills

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English is a must.

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