Finance Director

Job Requirements

·       Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in accounting and financial management, with at least 2 years in a senior finance leadership role

·       Professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CA or equivalent recognised credential

·       Strong knowledge of financial reporting, accounting standards (IFRS/VAS), and regulatory compliance

·       Proven expertise in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management

·       Excellent leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop finance professionals

·       Proficiency in financial management systems and accounting software

·       Chinese or English can be used as working languages (Chinese proficiency is preferred)

Job description

1. Financial Planning & Strategy

• Formulate financial strategies and policies aligned with the company's business objectives
• Prepare the business plan, Annual Budget, and short- to long-term Financial Forecasts
• Analyze the feasibility and financial viability of capital expenditure related to equipment replacement, major maintenance, or production efficiency improvements
• Provide financial advice to senior management and the Board of Directors to support strategic decision-making

1. Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Oversee the preparation of financial statements, the general ledger, and accounting reports in accordance with Thai Financial Reporting Standards (TFRS)
• Control the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing process to ensure accuracy and timeliness
• Oversee financial reporting to management, the Board of Directors, and regulatory bodies such as the SEC or the Department of Business Development
• Coordinate with external auditors and internal auditors on the annual financial statement audit

1. Cost Management

• Control and analyze steel production costs, including raw materials, energy, labor, and factory overhead
• Establish a Standard Costing system and perform Cost Variance Analysis to control production efficiency
• Work with the production and procurement teams to analyze the impact of raw material and energy price volatility on operating results
• Propose cost-reduction initiatives and improve Working Capital Optimization

1. Treasury & Cash Flow Management

• Manage liquidity, cash flow, and working capital to ensure sufficient funding for business operations
• Manage relationships with financial institutions; arrange funding sources, credit lines, and Letters of Credit (L/C) for raw material imports
• Manage foreign exchange (FX) risk and commodity price hedging risk related to steel
• Control debt management, capital structure, and financial ratios within an appropriate range

1. Compliance & Internal Control

• Establish robust internal control systems for finance and accounting to prevent fraud and operational risk
• Ensure operations comply with tax law, corporate law, and requirements of relevant government agencies such as the Revenue Department and the Department of Industrial Works
• Develop tax planning strategies that comply with the law and maximize benefit to the organization
• Manage overall Enterprise Risk Management in collaboration with other departments

1. People & Organization

• Manage, develop, and plan the workforce of the Finance & Accounting team for maximum efficiency
• Develop and upgrade the accounting and financial information system (ERP/Accounting System) to remain modern and support business growth
• Build a culture of financial discipline and promote collaboration between Finance and Production, Sales, and Procurement