Regional Finance Manager

L Beauty is a Joint Venture between LVMH and Luxasia (Singaporean group) in charge of the distribution of 7 brands of LVMH Perfumes and Cosmetics products in South-East Asia Local Markets (Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Singapore & Vietnam).  ROLE SUMMARY  The Regional Finance Manager is a key position within the regional finance organization, ensuring the integrity, compliance, and efficiency of financial operations across the 6 LBeauty entities.  Reporting directly to the Regional Finance Director, the role acts as a strategic bridge between HQ and local finance teams, combining strong technical accounting expertise, operational oversight, and transformation leadership to drive financial excellence and continuous improvement.    MAIN RESPONSABILITIES  I. Accounting & Financial Reporting   Accounting Governance  - Ensure consistent application of Group accounting policies and IFRS/local GAAP standards across the region.  - Act as a key reference point for technical accounting matters for local finance teams.  - Provide guidance and oversight on complex accounting transactions and judgments.  Monthly & Quarterly Closing  - Partner closely with the regional consolidation team to support and supervise local finance teams during monthly and quarterly closings.  - Review and validate reporting packages, including: Trial Balance (TB) vs Balance Sheet (BS) reconciliations, Fixed Asset consolidated files, COGS reconciliation and margin analysis  - Perform comprehensive quarterly Balance Sheet reviews, including: Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), Manual accruals and provisions, Advances and prepayments, Bank reconciliations, Analysis of significant variances and unusual movements  - Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant reporting to HQ.  Finance Operations  - Collaborate with local finance teams and cross-functional stakeholders (Treasury, Legal, Supply Chain) to resolve operational finance issues.  - Drive process optimization initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and control.  - Monitor working capital performance and support improvements in cash flow management.    II. Statutory & Tax Matters  Statutory Reporting  - Coordinate and monitor statutory financial statement preparation with local finance teams and external advisors.  - Ensure compliance with local regulatory and tax requirements across all countries in scope.  - Support the definition and implementation of Transfer Pricing policies in coordination with HQ Tax.  - Oversee the preparation and finalization of Transfer Pricing Local Documentation files.  Statutory & Tax Audits  - Support local teams during statutory audits, tax audits, and customs audits.  - Act as regional liaison between HQ, local finance teams, and external auditors.  - Ensure timely resolution of audit findings and implementation of corrective actions.    III. Finance Transformation & Continuous Improvement  - Lead and coordinate regional finance improvement projects involving multiple stakeholders.  - Contribute to system enhancements, process harmonization, and reporting automation initiatives, working closely with IT department  - Promote best practices and standardization across the region.  - Support change management efforts to ensure smooth implementation of new processes and tools.    IV. Internal Control & Compliance  - Contribute to the design and enhancement of the Internal Control framework in line with Group standards.  - Support enforcement and monitoring of internal control implementation across local entities.  - Partner with local finance teams and Internal Control to strengthen SOP compliance.  - Identify control gaps and drive remediation plans to mitigate financial and operational risks.  CANDIDATE PROFILE  Education & Experience  - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.  - Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, or equivalent) is a strong advantage.  - Minimum 8–10 years of progressive experience in finance, including regional or multi-country exposure.  - Solid experience in financial reporting, consolidation, statutory matters, and internal controls.  - Prior experience in an international environment, ideally within a structured Group organization.  - Experience in audit (Big 4 background is a plus) and/or multinational corporate environment preferred.    Technical Competencies  - Excellent understanding of statutory reporting and tax compliance frameworks.  - Solid expertise in balance sheet review, working capital management, and financial analysis.  - Familiarity with Transfer Pricing principles and documentation requirements.  - Strong internal control mindset and risk awareness.  - Proficiency in ERP systems and reporting tools; strong Excel and financial modeling skills.    Managerial & Leadership Skills  - Proven ability to lead, coach, and influence finance teams across multiple countries.  - Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to interact effectively with HQ, local finance teams, auditors, tax advisors, and cross-functional departments.  - Ability to provide clear direction while fostering collaboration and accountability.  - Demonstrated experience managing complex topics under tight deadlines.  - Ability to drive change and lead transformation initiatives in a structured and pragmatic manner.    Personal Attributes  - High level of integrity, rigor, and attention to detail.  - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.  - Proactive, hands-on, and solution-oriented mindset.  - Excellent communication and presentation skills.  - Ability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.  - Strong sense of ownership and accountability.