AVP– Finance & Accounting

Big C Supercenter

Big C Supercenter Public Co., Ltd., is one of the leading retailers in Thailand and Southeast Asia and Thailand’s leading "Hypermarket" or "Supercenter", a modern multi-format in Thai retail market which is managed under the umbrella of Berli Jucker Public Co., Ltd. (BJC). Today, Big C has over a hundred branches with more than 23,000 staffs and growing. We offer a great career opportunity start from staff to executive level within Head Office and within each store throughout the Kingdom of Thailand. More Information can be found at https://www.bigc.co.th/ Big C Supercenter will expand its business into Cambodia as one of the leading retailers.

Job Description

2. Role and Responsibilities

1.  Strategy, Planning and Management

• Act as Chief Financial Officer and strategic business partner to senior executive leadership team.

• Assess  and  evaluate  financial  performance  of  the  Company  with  regard  to  long-term operational goals, budgets and forecasts. Provide insight and recommendations to both short-term and long-term growth plan of the Company.

• Communicate, engage and interact with GM, VP Finance & Accounting and Executive Leadership Team.

• Create and establish yearly financial objectives that align with the company’s plan for growth and expansion.

2.  Financial Analysis, Budgeting and Forecasting

• Prepare and present monthly financial budgeting reports including monthly profit and loss by division, forecast vs. budget by division and weekly cash flow by division.

• Review and analyze monthly financial results and provide recommendations.

• Develop and maintain monthly operating budget and annual company operating budget.

• Identify, acquire and implement systems and software to provide critical financial and operational information. Evaluate departments and make suggestions for automating processes and increasing working efficiency.

• Participate in monthly conference calls include MOR and BR Meeting with Executive Leadership Team.

3.  Accounting, General Ledger, Administration and Operations

• Supervise the accounting department to ensure the proper functioning of all systems, databases and financial software.  Provide regular maintenance and backup of all accounting systems and supervise company financial staff.

• Review  and  ensure  application  of  appropriate  internal  controls,  legal  compliance  and financial procedures.

• Ensure timeliness and accuracy of financial and management reporting data for lenders, owners and company’s board of directors.

• Oversee the preparation and communication of weekly, monthly and annual financial statements.

• Oversee the preparation and timely filing of all tax returns.

• Ensure legal compliance regarding all financial functions.

• Oversee the month-end close process, constantly reviewing procedures while eliminating inefficiencies.

• Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.

• Review all month-end closing activities including general ledger accounts, balance sheet accounts and overhead cost allocation.

• Enhance and implement financial and accounting systems, processes, tools and control systems

• Serve as a key point of contact for external parties including Bankers, Lenders, Vendors, Auditors, Tax Department and etc.; Manage preparation and support of all external parties.

4.  Financial Management

• Manage cash flow planning process and ensure funds availability.

• Oversee cash, investments and asset management area.

• Explore new investment opportunities and provide recommendations on potential returns and risks.

• Maintain outstanding banking relationships and strategic alliances with vendors and business partners.

• Utilize forward-looking models and activity-based analyses to provide financial insight into the company’s plans and operating budgets.

5.  Financial Relations and Policies

• Engage finance committee and/or board of directors to develop short term and long term plans, projections and budgets.

• Represent company to banks, financial partners, institutions, investors, public auditors and officials.

• Remain current on audit best practices as well as the Nation laws regarding company operations.

6.  Finance and Accounting Team Management

• Mentor and develop a team of Finance and Accounting, managing work allocation, systems training, performance evaluations, and the building of an effective and efficient team dynamic.

• Guide larger, cross-divisional teams outside of direct span of control within the three main company divisions.

7.  Cash Management

• Oversee weekly cash management and AP function, approve large payables, and sign checks.

• Supervise Accounts Receivable management and provide guidance relating to the collection process.

Job Requirements

·         Bachelor Degree in Accounting or Finance;

·         Completion of CPA course is required;

·         MBA from top 10 business school preferred;

·         Background in Big 3 Public Accounting;

·         5 years’ minimum experience as a CFO in a medium to large ($100 million+) publicly traded corporation.

·         10+ years total accounting or finance experience;

·         Outstanding knowledge and understanding TAX compliance and both Cambodia and International Financial Reports;

·         Background coordinating with IT team to manage and/or upgrade accounting system. ERP System Experience.

·         Fluency in English and Cambodia with very good writing and oral skills;

·         Excellent communication and presentation skills are required;

·         Ability to do multi tasks, work under pressure and meet deadline required;

·         Demonstrated leadership ability, confidence and executive presence ability to motivate staff;

·         Excellent analytical, reasoning and problem-solving skills;

Significant experience working with external auditors, internal controls, compliance-related issues, and Government parties on Tax matters.

Additional Information

For interested candidate please send CV and Cover Letter to: careers@suvannaphum.com.kh
Address: #52, St. 598, Sangkat Boeung Kak II, Khan Toul Kork, Phnom Penh

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