Governance and Finance Manager
Role Positioning and Objectives
We are looking for a talented manager with
strong credentials.
They will have
ideally operated in both consultancy (to get a good exposure to best practices
and pitfalls adopted in different companies) and industry (to understand the
challenges faced in the areas of internal controls and governance in practice)
across a regional spectrum.
We are looking for an individual who is not afraid
to roll up the sleeves and get involved in the detail, working closely with operational
management in the OpCos to provide financial insight
Reporting directly to the Head of Finance,
APAC.
This person primary role is to establish the best practices in meeting
financial controls and compliance objectives established by Board, Audit &
Risk Committee and Risk Management Committee.
This role is a regional business
partner to the APAC Divisions within Steam Thermal Solutions to support the
OpCos in all matters related to internal controls and governance.
At the same
time, this role also supports Financial Planning and Analysis for ANZ, Japan
and India.
Core Responsibilities
The
job holder will be responsible to lead and deliver the G3 control programme
across the Division and specific accountabilities are as follow,
Support the OpCos throughout the internal audit cycle from preparation, scoping, review draft findings, generation of action plans and management responses and participation in audit closing meetingsSupporting the OpCos in addressing internal audit points to achieve effective closure within the agreed due datesBe a key part of Project Zennith to ensure that the appropriate controls are built into the ERP system and identify opportunities for automation both within Project Zennith and the future evolution of the solution Perform reviews of the OpCos to improve specific areas of governance such as Segregation of Duties, Delegation of Authorities Matrix, etc Develop and implement a structured governance way of working such as monthly routines, peer reviews etcCreate, harmonise internal controls policies, and best practices (policies, materials, toolkit, guidance) across Steam Thermal Solutions in conjunction with group policies.Adherence to trade compliance particularly on anti-money laundering and sanction compliance regulation through review of operation and customer on-boarding process and documentationSupport ad hoc tasks or micro projects such as fraud investigations (if any) and OpCo process recovery improvementsFunction as the 'flag bearer' of governance within Steam Thermal Solutions, being the central person for supporting the OpCos on any governance needs and initiativesCoaching and improving the knowledge and skills of the OpCo management, both finance and non-finance leaders in the area of internal controls and governanceAct as Financial Analyst to support APAC quarterly forecast, annual budget planning and working capital managementSkills / Certifications
Degree level educatedACCA/ACA/CPADiverse and expansive exposure to different organisations (ideally through consultancy) to have a good view of best practices as well as pitfalls in internal controls and governance practicesInternal audit background in industry to understand the challenges of implementing internal controls policies and procedures in practiceStrong technical knowledge in governance, ie Segregation of Duties, Delegation of Authorities, Fraud Triangle, etc with a good resource of toolkits and guidance materialsBusiness partnering with operational management in a matrix structureExperience in the development, deployment and implementation of Internal Controls and Governance policies and proceduresExperience in reviewing and implementing internal controls capabilities in ERP systemsExperience in using automation perhaps with the use of external software in internal controlsGood project management skillsInternational exposure and culturally open/sensitive with willingness to travelExperience of working with and negotiating with internal audit as advocates for the OpCosSelf-reliant / Self-starter - able to establish direction, work independently with the OpCos with minimal guidanceIntellectual horsepower - bright and learns quicklyInfluencing and persuasion skills - doesn't create unnecessary waves, able to work effectively with Internal AuditOperational - Enjoys rolling up sleeves and making things happenCommunication and engagement - works through relationshipsBusiness Acumen - knows how organisations workGood emotional intelligenceStructured - clear guidance and documentationPragmatic - Able to recommend practical solutions to OpCos that are effective, balancing risk mitigation versus theoryGood change management skillsCoaching - demonstrated ability to advance colleague performance through coachingThe Steam Thermal Solutions business is one of three businesses within Spirax Group.
Spirax Sarco and Gestra, are our two brands that form Steam Thermal Solutions and are global leaders in the supply of engineered solutions for the design, provision and maintenance of efficient industrial and commercial steam systems.
Steam Thermal Solutions has global coverage across 67 operating units (called OpCos), organised into four Divisions: EMEA, APAC, Americas, Gestra.
Spirax Group is a FTSE100 and FTSE4Good multi-national industrial engineering Group with expertise in the control and management of steam, electric thermal solutions, peristaltic pumping and associated fluid technologies.
Our Purpose is to create sustainable value for all our stakeholders as we engineer a more efficient, safer and sustainable world.
Our technologies play an essential role in critical industrial processes and industrial equipment across industries as diverse as Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology, Power Generation, Semiconductors and Healthcare.
With customers in 165 countries, we provide the solutions that sit behind the production of many items used in daily life, from baked beans to mobile phones!
Our Purpose, supported by our inclusive culture and Values, unites us, guides our decisions and inspires us everywhere that we operate.
We support our colleagues to make their difference for each other as well as customers, communities, suppliers, our planet and shareholders by creating a truly equitable working environment where everyone feels included.
Everyone is Included at Spirax Group
We are passionate about creating inclusive and equitable working cultures where everyone can be themselves and achieve their full potential.
For us, that means supportive teams and strong relationships where everyone’s contribution is valued - across social and cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, ages, genders, gender identities, abilities, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, and everything else that makes us human and unique.