Purpose

• To effectively lead and develop the Finance team ensuring robust controls and compliance of all financial matters throughout the region.
• To provide financial advice and analysis to the respective regional and local managers and continually review, develop and improve processes to meet all regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities and tasks

Regional Financial Management

• Ensure the local Finance teams meet their responsibilities in regards to:

Full compliance with all applicable laws and regulations (legal, taxation and regulatory reporting)

Robust internal control and perform risk assessments

Management and financial reporting

Budgeting, forecasting and continuous cost control

Credit control of different types of agents

Banking, treasury and cash management

Payroll

Financial related administration and supplier management

Business advisory, support and process improvement

• Provide clear direction, guidance and support to the Finance teams to ensure timely and accurate completion of tasks as necessary
• Ensure steps are taken to remain fully up to date on legislation and compliance matters and, where necessary, intervene to make decisions and help resolve regulatory or compliance issues in individual ports
• Update regional management and Head Office on new local requirements which may give rise to changes in risk exposure and/or changes in working procedures
• Actively participate in discussions with local authorities and/or external working groups where needed
• Work effectively with Head Office to implement Head Office Finance initiatives and deliver on central Finance strategies and guidance
• Proactively work to identify efficiencies and more effective ways of working and actively partner with Head Office and the Finance teams and other departments to implement and standardise continuous improvements
• Ensure continuity of Finance operations during periods of absence or disruption
• Manage relationships with local business partners, such as banks
• Liaise with Head Office Group Compliance and Legal Team and external legal advisors for local legal matters as required
• Partner with the Regional General Manager and other regional department heads to complete the Control Self-Assessment for risk management
• Any other reasonable task as required

People Development and Performance Management

• Lead, support and encourage own team to achieve success
• Build a strong and motivated team, ensuring the right organisational structure and the right people are in place to foster positive team spirit and effective teamwork
• Supervise and mentor direct reports, encouraging effective collaboration
• Demonstrate leadership and lead by example in accordance with Cathay’s core values
• Develop employees with high potential and identify learning opportunities to ensure appropriate training and development
• Maintain active and ongoing dialogue in relation to employee goals and individual performance
• Actively engage with employees to enhance communication and their understanding of department goals
• Enhance the employee experience in line with the role level and the internal brand promise

E&A

• Emergency and Accident and Crisis Response responsibilities as required

Qualifications / Experience

Academic qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or a related discipline with sound accounting knowledge
• Post-graduate qualification in Accounting (e.g. Chartered Accountant, Certified Practicing Accountant, Chartered Management Accountant, etc.) or a closely related discipline

Knowledge, skills, training, experience

• A minimum of ten year’s Finance/Accounting experience
• Experience in the airline industry is an advantage
• Experience in SAP is an advantage
• A minimum of six years’ experience in leading a high performance team, preferably across multiple locations
• Sound understanding of business practices in the region, with prior experience working within the region is considered an advantage
• Admirable interpersonal skills and can interact with all levels within the organisation
• Creative and innovative with experience in improving current work practices and implementing new ideas
• Strong planning, problem-solving and organisational skills and is able to prioritise and manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously across multiple locations
• A respectable understanding of Cathay Pacific policies and procedures
• Superior written, oral communication, negotiation and presentation skills
• Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and diplomacy
• Leads, adapts to and embraces constant change

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