Job Purpose :
- This role has two aspects: Finance & Accounting General Manager of Mitsubishi Chemical Thailand and regional operations support as part of the APAC regional finance team for the Mitsubishi Chemical Group.
- The Finance & Accounting General Manager of Mitsubishi Chemical Thailand will be responsible for the entire Finance & Accounting operation, including the factory, and will lead financial accounting, management accounting, cash management, and tax compliance to ensure stable operations.
- The APAC regional finance role will support the APAC Finance Head on various global or regional projects, including SAP implementation projects with group companies in the APAC region. In some cases, the role will lead communication between group companies in the region and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
- As a manager, this role will require close collaboration with relevant departments and management to drive continuous process improvement and operational standardization across the domain.
Job Responsibilities :
- Lead and manage the Finance & Accounting domain, responsible for all areas relating to operational F&A work, month-end close, financial reporting to HQ, and corporate tax reporting.
- Ensure a precise periodic, quarterly, and annual ledger close and work with independent auditors to ensure a clean and timely year-end audit, in compliance with financial reporting requirements.
- Handle audits by authorities, internal auditors, and external auditors, reporting the findings to management and recommending appropriate actions to eliminate potential future complications and implement corrective actions if needed.
- Oversee the full set of company accounts, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, creditors/debtors, and liaise with auditors, legal firms, banks, and tax authorities.
- Approve employee expenses up to the authorized amount.
- Administer bank cash management, borrowing, payroll, and remittance approvals.
- Maintain accounting and tax compliance as a core function of the company, ensuring that the Finance & Accounting domain acts as the defense line for the company.
- Prepare and develop materials concerning internal control, such as SOPs, rules, and flow charts.
- Instill and execute a culture of compliance among all members through periodic training. Monitor progress and take actions to improve where needed.
- Continuously explore efficient work styles and the active use of digital technology, reforming work practices such as task reduction, simplification, and division, to maximize individual performance.
- Monitor and analyze departmental workflows to identify more efficient procedures and enhance department performance. Ensure integration and standardization wherever possible, and make necessary changes.
- Actively engage with all related parties, including management, business domains, functional domains, and group companies, as a business partner to provide timely support.
- Understand the background and objectives of business decisions and proactively leverage the workforce to address and improve issues.
- Lead change management initiatives and support management in key decision-making processes, playing a critical role in facilitating necessary organizational changes.
- Contribute to achieving Mitsubishi Chemical Thailand and Mitsubishi Chemical Group KPIs through high-quality and efficient business support, including professional support for business restructuring and M&A from a financial perspective.
- Serve as a resource for accounting system operations, troubleshoot processing issues, and handle non-routine transactions.
- In SAP implementation projects, coordinate necessary adjustments with related parties, conduct fit-gap analysis between global templates and our own systems, and ensure smooth implementation.
- Develop high-quality accounting personnel for the Finance & Accounting domain through systematic rotations that promote specialized knowledge acquisition and broad work experience.
- Manage manpower and resource planning for the department to ensure individual effectiveness and identify potential future leaders. Report findings and develop these individuals by providing challenging opportunities within the organization.
- Oversee succession planning and develop talent as part of the succession plan to ensure the sustainable operation of the company.
- Actively pursue self-development by attending training and programs provided by the company.
- Collaborate with other group companies and support the rollout of global and regional finance initiatives as part of the APAC Finance team.
- Work with regional group companies to drive global and regional projects, such as SAP implementation and business process changes aligned with global and regional policies.
- Provide support to management on any tasks relevant to the department as required.
Education & Experience :
A minimum of 15-18 years of experience in finance and accounting, ideally in the manufacturing industry.
Certification as a public accountant is desirable.
Experience working in manufacturing companies.
Experience in a managerial position, leading a finance and accounting team.
Extensive accounting knowledge, including IFRS, TFRS, and tax regulations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills.
Extensive experience using SAP as an ERP system.
Experience with ERP implementation projects, such as SAP, is desirable.
Fluent in both English and Thai, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to interact with and influence key stakeholders both within the company and externally through superior communication, interpersonal skills, negotiation, and presentations.
Ability to coordinate with Thai group companies in alignment with APAC regional finance policies.
Ability to drive team engagement and facilitate change management as necessary.
