L Beauty is a Joint Venture between LVMH and Luxasia (Singaporean group) in charge of the distribution of 7 brands of LVMH Perfumes and Cosmetics products in South-East Asia Local Markets (Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Singapore & Vietnam). 

ROLE SUMMARY 

The Regional Finance Manager is a key position within the regional finance organization, ensuring the integrity, compliance, and efficiency of financial operations across the 6 LBeauty entities. 

Reporting directly to the Regional Finance Director, the role acts as a strategic bridge between HQ and local finance teams, combining strong technical accounting expertise, operational oversight, and transformation leadership to drive financial excellence and continuous improvement. 

MAIN RESPONSABILITIES 

I. Accounting & Financial Reporting 

 Accounting Governance 

• Ensure consistent application of Group accounting policies and IFRS/local GAAP standards across the region. 

• Act as a key reference point for technical accounting matters for local finance teams. 

• Provide guidance and oversight on complex accounting transactions and judgments. 

Monthly & Quarterly Closing 

• Partner closely with the regional consolidation team to support and supervise local finance teams during monthly and quarterly closings. 

• Review and validate reporting packages, including: Trial Balance (TB) vs Balance Sheet (BS) reconciliations, Fixed Asset consolidated files, COGS reconciliation and margin analysis 

• Perform comprehensive quarterly Balance Sheet reviews, including: Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), Manual accruals and provisions, Advances and prepayments, Bank reconciliations, Analysis of significant variances and unusual movements 

• Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant reporting to HQ. 

Finance Operations 

• Collaborate with local finance teams and cross-functional stakeholders (Treasury, Legal, Supply Chain) to resolve operational finance issues. 

• Drive process optimization initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and control. 

• Monitor working capital performance and support improvements in cash flow management. 

II. Statutory & Tax Matters 

Statutory Reporting 

• Coordinate and monitor statutory financial statement preparation with local finance teams and external advisors. 

• Ensure compliance with local regulatory and tax requirements across all countries in scope. 

• Support the definition and implementation of Transfer Pricing policies in coordination with HQ Tax. 

• Oversee the preparation and finalization of Transfer Pricing Local Documentation files. 

Statutory & Tax Audits 

• Support local teams during statutory audits, tax audits, and customs audits. 

• Act as regional liaison between HQ, local finance teams, and external auditors. 

• Ensure timely resolution of audit findings and implementation of corrective actions. 

III. Finance Transformation & Continuous Improvement 

• Lead and coordinate regional finance improvement projects involving multiple stakeholders. 

• Contribute to system enhancements, process harmonization, and reporting automation initiatives, working closely with IT department 

• Promote best practices and standardization across the region. 

• Support change management efforts to ensure smooth implementation of new processes and tools. 

IV. Internal Control & Compliance 

• Contribute to the design and enhancement of the Internal Control framework in line with Group standards. 

• Support enforcement and monitoring of internal control implementation across local entities. 

• Partner with local finance teams and Internal Control to strengthen SOP compliance. 

• Identify control gaps and drive remediation plans to mitigate financial and operational risks. 

CANDIDATE PROFILE 

Education & Experience 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field. 

• Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, or equivalent) is a strong advantage. 

• Minimum 8–10 years of progressive experience in finance, including regional or multi-country exposure. 

• Solid experience in financial reporting, consolidation, statutory matters, and internal controls. 

• Prior experience in an international environment, ideally within a structured Group organization. 

• Experience in audit (Big 4 background is a plus) and/or multinational corporate environment preferred. 

Technical Competencies 

• Excellent understanding of statutory reporting and tax compliance frameworks. 

• Solid expertise in balance sheet review, working capital management, and financial analysis. 

• Familiarity with Transfer Pricing principles and documentation requirements. 

• Strong internal control mindset and risk awareness. 

• Proficiency in ERP systems and reporting tools; strong Excel and financial modeling skills. 

Managerial & Leadership Skills 

• Proven ability to lead, coach, and influence finance teams across multiple countries. 

• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to interact effectively with HQ, local finance teams, auditors, tax advisors, and cross-functional departments. 

• Ability to provide clear direction while fostering collaboration and accountability. 

• Demonstrated experience managing complex topics under tight deadlines. 

• Ability to drive change and lead transformation initiatives in a structured and pragmatic manner. 

Personal Attributes 

• High level of integrity, rigor, and attention to detail. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

• Proactive, hands-on, and solution-oriented mindset. 

• Excellent communication and presentation skills. 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural environment. 

• Strong sense of ownership and accountability.