Reporting to the LHH Head of Finance, CTM, LDC and HR & Advisory, the Finance Director, APAC is the senior-most finance leader for the region, providing hands-on financial stewardship for Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, and India including all core finance disciplines including accounting, controlling, reporting, planning and analysis, commercial finance, and compliance, in partnership and support from TAG Shared Services.

The role partners closely with the SVP, Head of CTM & LD, APAC to drive profitable growth, ensure robust financial control, and enable effective, data-driven decision-making across a complex, multi-country environment.

Reporting Relationships:

• SVP, LHH Head of Finance, CTM, LDC and HR & Advisory
• SVP, Head of CTM & LD, APAC (dotted)

Frequent Interactions with:

• VP, Global Head of FP&A
• VP, Global Controlling

Direct Reports:

• Approximately 10 – 12 FTE

Location:

• Australia (Sydney/Melbourne) or Singapore

Travel:

• Occasional travel

Language:

• English

In this role you can expect to

Key Accountabilities

General

• Oversee the finance function for APAC region, including direct oversight over Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, and India finance
• Provide strong leadership to finance team and support their development – clearly define priorities, hold the team accountable, and ensure adherence to deadlines and commitments
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with LHH regional leader and the leadership team, as well as TAG country finance leaders
• Travel to countries periodically to meet with the team on site

Accounting & Middle-Office

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP, and Adecco Group Policy
• Oversee month-end processes to ensure accurate and timely month, quarter and year end close, partnering closely with TAG Shared Services and ensuring their adherence to time and quality commitments
• Ensure financial information is reviewed to identify any issues that would impact the accuracy and reliability of financial information presented
• Ensure account balance sheet reconciliations are prepared monthly
• Ensure high-risk accounts are reviewed monthly and supported with documentation, clear reconciliations, and well-substantiated analytical support
• Ensure maintenance of revenue recognition schedule, and periodically testing against contracted terms (contracts are signed and saved)
• Support preparation of quarterly estimates and Management Representation Letter
• Manage financial risk and ensure adequate provisions are recorded
• Ensure efficient, accurate, and compliant billing processes, including contract interpretation, setup, invoicing, credit notes, and revenue-related data flows
• Ensure Billing and Accounts Receivable teams deliver high-quality, timely and accurate cash-to-collections process

Controlling

• Perform timely and accurate analysis of company financial and operational performance against forecast and budget submissions
• Ensure investments and expenses are managed proactively in line with revenue and recommend action plan for any deviation from budget / forecast
• Set and manage team to targets with aim to reduce outstanding Accounts Receivable and improve DSO

Financial Planning, Analytics and Reporting

• Oversee monthly financial reporting ensuring accuracy of information, understanding of the underlying performance, presentation, and any supporting analysis – make actionable recommendations on both strategy and operations, where appropriate
• Consolidate and communicate financial reporting to all levels of management, translating into performance metrics critical to business direction
• Ensure all internal and external reporting deadlines are met timely and accurately
• Oversee budget preparation and monthly forecasting, ensuring investments and expenses are analysed and planned proactively to mitigate against deviation from budget / forecast
• Prepare contingency plans to manage costs in case of downturn in business
• Collaborate with global functions to ensure timely and accurate analysis, forecasting & reporting is completed

Governance & Compliance

• Own the quality and completeness of regional control documentation to support compliance procedures and financial conclusions
• Ensure regional compliance with Adecco Group Policy, including conducting periodic self-testing and partnering with business operations to remediate identified control weaknesses or deficiencies
• Partner with Sales to ensure contract compliance, working closely with Global Finance and Legal on complex or high-risk matters
• Maintain and regularly update regional Management Authorization Guidelines (MAGs), ensuring alignment with Adecco Group Policy and relevant country-level guidelines
• Support internal and external audit processes at the regional level, and lead practical, value-adding remediation actions in response to identified risks

Statutory Reporting

• Support Adecco country finance with preparation of annual statutory financial statements and statutory to MFRP reconciliation, if required
• Support Adecco country finance with annual audit process, if required

Tax

• Support Adecco country finance with preparation of annual tax related information, as required by the Adecco Group or local legislation, including income tax filing, tax provision reconciliation, monthly VAT review, other

All About You

Behaviours

• Demonstrates strong leadership presence, executive maturity, and credibility with stakeholders at all organizational levels
• Operates with a continuous improvement mindset, proactively identifying and driving process optimization and standardization
• Able to navigate complexity with resilience, adaptability, and sound judgment under pressure
• Holds self and others accountable for results through clear expectations, transparency, and follow-through
• Skilled in building trusted relationships and fostering collaboration across geographies and functions

Strategic Capability

• Able to translate business goals into financial strategy, operational plans, and measurable outcomes
• Leverages financial insights and data to drive strategic decision-making and improve performance
• Identifies risks and opportunities proactively and recommends corrective actions and contingency plans
• Balances short-term operational priorities with long-term capability building and value creation

Technical Knowledge

• Strong understanding of US GAAP revenue recognition principles, and internal control frameworks
• Strong grounding in month-end close, accounting operations, reconciliations, provisions, and audit processes
• Expertise in financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and financial modelling

Background

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or related field required
• MBA, professional accounting and/or financial qualification preferred (CPA, CA, ACCA, CIMA, CMA or equivalent)

What we offer

• Growth opportunities within a human resources global leader
• We prioritize learning to stay agile in an increasingly competitive business environment
• We foster an open-minded environment where people spark new ideas and explore alternatives

About LHH

LHH empowers professionals and organizations to achieve bold ambitions and secure lasting impact through unique advisory services and talent sources.

Our full suite of offerings connects solutions that are traditionally siloed, making LHH your single talent partner. In a rapidly evolving landscape with complex challenges, we create value across the entire professional talent journey. From hiring great people, developing skills, and nurturing leaders, to advancing individuals to the next stage of their careers, LHH make talent your competitive edge.

We believe the future of work lies at the intersection of exceptional human care and innovation. Powered by science, technology, and proprietary data analytics, LHH’s approach is crafted to align with your business strategy and culture, delivering powerful, sustainable, and measurable impact.

LHH has a team of over 12,000 professionals, across 60+ countries and more than 50 years of experience. As part of the Adecco Group, we bring together global excellence, local knowledge, and centralized coordination for thousands of companies and millions of people worldwide.

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LHH is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.