Job Description

Purpose of role:
Director Finance for India- To manage and supervise Financial Operation activities for CWT India Business
Main Responsibilities:
xc2xb7 Financial accounts
o Ensure reliability and integrity of financial statements and reports to ensure compliance with established company policies, generally accepted accounting principles, and local regulations and laws.
o Responsible for quarterly and year-end financial reporting and consolidation packages.
xc2xb7 Systems
o Implement managed new systems based on global timelines and process
xc2xb7 Internal control and protection of assets
o Enhance governance over accounting processes
o Ensure that adequate internal control procedures over assets and operations are implemented and followed.
o Ensure that assets are properly accounted for and safeguarded from loss.
o Control commitments as per CAPEX (Capital Expenditure) procedures and authorizations.
o Implement Standard Operating Procedures and ensure compliance.
o Improvement of financial operational processes, financial controls, and procedures
o Close all open Audit items, submit FICA, etc on a timely basis, and implement recommendations
xc2xb7 Focus on Cash
o Improve cash flow through proper credit management
o Improve cash and working capital actual and forecasting
o Minimize levels of overdue debts. Initiate proceedings to ensure outstanding debts are brought to a satisfactory conclusion and reduce DSO
xc2xb7 Optimize finance functions
o Whilst ensuring compliance with CWT policies and guidelines, ensure optimum utilization of resources at best cost.
o Recommend, implement, and manage improvements and cost reduction programs.
xc2xb7 External relationships
o Manage and coordinate relationships with:
xc2xa7 Statutory auditors
xc2xa7 Tax and legal authorities and controllers (with prior notice and constant information in the event of tax audit).
xc2xa7 Banks and financial institutions (within CWT Group policies and guidelines)
xc2xa7 Finance outsourcing
xc2xb7 Ensure delivery of services as contracted, communicate the CWT requirements and business priorities
xc2xb7 Resolve escalated issues under the Governance escalation procedures
xc2xb7 Identify and agree on additional transformation opportunities and oversee the implementation of the agreed initiatives
xc2xb7 Internal controls required for both the retained organization and outsourced staff and activities
xc2xb7 Legal representations
o On an individual basis, may be nominated as a company officer, company representative, board member, or general manager for temporary or permanent tax, legal, or management representation purposes.
xc2xb7 Others
o Review, maintain, and update office lease status with the global real estate team
o Work closely with the Global tax team on HQA management fee billing
o Review and oversee day-to-day treasury matters and work closely with the Global Treasury team
Qualifications
Experience & Education:
xc2xb7 Experience : Minimum 10 years experience in Financial Operations leadership position (including PTP, RTR, and OTC)
Qualification:-
o Degree in Business/ Finance/ Accounting or Chartered Accountant/ ACCA or CPA
o Experience with US GAAP or have worked with the big 4 firms
o Experiences with an outsourced environment would be an advantage
xc2xb7 Languages
o English Fluent
xc2xb7 Knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs)
o Leadership
o Passion
o Caring
o Integrity
Others:-
Knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs)
o Self-motivated individual with strong problem-solving skills.
o Ability to set priorities and work in a fast-paced multicultural environment
o Ability to work and communicate with different levels, including senior management
o Strong communication skills
o Excellent in Excel and Hyperion reporting tool
o Meticulous and process-oriented