Overview
* as the china finance director, this role leads the finance function along with key cross‐functional teams to drive operational excellence and business performance.
* working closely with the china gm and regional leadership team, the position plays a pivotal role in shaping china's business strategy and ensuring successful execution of strategic objectives.
client details
* a globally recognized industrial company with a strong reputation and established position in its product domain across international markets.
* in china, the business is mature with integrated r&d, manufacturing, and commercial operations, delivering stable performance with steady, modest growth; the market ranks among the company's stronger global regions and continues to receive significant global attention and investment.
description
* strategic & business-driven leadership:
o develop and execute financial strategies aligned with corporate goals, partnering closely with business leaders to drive growth, m&a, and operational efficiency.
o translate complex financial data into actionable insights for decision‐making across r&d, production, and sales.
* hands‐on execution:
o oversee end‐to‐end financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and audit compliance (prc gaap/ifrs).
o dive into process improvements, automation, and risk management to enhance scalability and control.
* team empowerment:
o mentor and develop a high‐performing team of 20, fostering accountability, collaboration, and a culture of continuous improvement.
* stakeholder collaboration:
o engage with global/regional leadership, external auditors, and tax authorities to ensure alignment and compliance.
profile
* 12+ years of progressive finance experience, including 5+ years in leadership roles within multinational industrial/manufacturing environments, with strong exposure to end‐to‐end plant operations.
* full‐spectrum finance expertise, covering accounting, reporting, fp&a, cost control, plant finance, taxation, treasury, internal controls, and compliance - capable of building and managing a high‐performance finance function in a manufacturing setting.
* strategic yet hands‐on finance leader who combines long‐term vision with practical execution; able to translate financial insights into actionable plans that drive production efficiency, cost optimization, and profitable growth.
* trusted business partner to r&d, supply chain, production, and commercial teams - skilled at turning data into operational strategies that enhance productivity, improve margins, and support decision‐making across the value chain.
* in‐depth command of prc regulatory frameworks, including tax, customs, and foreign exchange; candidates with cpa/acca/cma or equivalent certifications are strongly preferred.
* bilingual fluency (english & mandarin) and advanced proficiency in erp systems (sap/oracle) and excel/bi tools, enabling effective cross‐border collaboration and data‐driven management.
job offer
competitive package
contact
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