Senior Business Controller / CFO (Executive Leadership Program Track - Latin) – Global Industrial Le

Senior Business Controller (Executive Leadership Program Track) – Global Industrial Leader

Location : Initial landing role in Hong Kong or other key cities (depending on where you are), with potential rotations globally

Company : A globally integrated industrial leader with end-to-end value chain excellence

Your Mission :

Shape financial excellence for a multinational industrial powerhouse and accelerate your trajectory as a future enterprise leader. As the cornerstone of our executive development pipeline, you will partner with C-suite stakeholders to drive strategic alignment, optimize risk-resilient governance, and fuel sustainable value creation across HQ and regional operations. This role is your launchpad to broader executive responsibilities within 18–24 months.

Core Responsibilities :

Strategic Financial Leadership

Reinvent budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow optimization for industrial complexes and business units.

Fortify integrated risk frameworks (finance / tax / legal / compliance) while preserving operational agility.

Advise on M&A, investments, and market expansion through a value-creation lens.

Operational Transformation

Oversee accounting operations, ensuring flawless adherence to global policies and controls.

Optimize statutory / tax compliance and finance / legal structures across jurisdictions.

Partner with plant leadership on CAPEX strategy, scalability, and ROI-driven execution.

Stakeholder & Risk Stewardship

Cultivate strategic relationships with regulators, auditors, and advisors across selected locations.

Manage external vendors to balance cost efficiency with premium quality.

Champion finance perspectives in C-suite forums as a trusted enterprise advisor.

Talent & Culture Catalyst

Mentor high-potential finance teams in business partnering and strategic analysis.

Instill a culture of precision, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.

Pathway to Executive Leadership

Excel in this high-visibility controller role for 18–24 months before rotating into broader enterprise leadership

Gain exposure to board-level decision-making, M&A integration, and pan-Asian P&L management.

Required Expertise : Non-Negotiables

10+ years’ progressive finance leadership, including 5+ years as Head of Controlling / Regional Controller in industrial / manufacturing sectors.

Professional Credentials : ACCA, HKICPA, CPA, or equivalent.

Education : Bachelor’s or Master’s in Finance, Accounting, or related field from a top-tier institution.

Language : Fluent English and Mandarin a must, Portuguese a strong plus

Proven Impact

Mastery of complex accounting, tax structuring, and internal control frameworks.

Track record in M&A due diligence, cash flow transformation, and enterprise risk mitigation.

Success in matrixed, privately held organizations with legacy operations.

Leadership DNA

Architect, not just operator : Strengthens foundations while designing future-ready solutions.

Ambassador : Influences stakeholders with integrity, diplomacy, and executive presence.

Accelerator : Develops talent and drives continuous improvement as a cultural cornerstone.