Regional Controller

Who You Are

You’re a strategic finance leader with a sharp eye for detail and a strong grasp of the big picture. You bring deep regional experience and thrive on driving performance, governance, and compliance across diverse markets. You know how to turn numbers into strategy, providing insights that shape decisions, streamline operations, and strengthen growth. Confident, collaborative, and solution-focused, you build trust with leadership and partners alike while ensuring the financial health and integrity of the region.

Highlights of What You’ll Do

Reporting to the VP of Finance, you will oversee all financial management and accounting operations across the Asia-Pacific region. A typical day will involve:

Financial Management & Reporting

• Prepare and consolidate statements to summarize and forecast the organization’s financial status
• Manage all aspects of accounting, auditing, budgeting, and the general ledger
• Provide monthly, quarterly, and year-end analyses; prepare ad hoc financial reports as needed
• Produce and manage balance sheets, analysing future earnings and expenses
• Maintain accurate account reconciliations and ensure completeness of financial records
• Oversee client-facing reporting, including regional client sales reconciliations
• Oversee accounting, auditing, and budgeting processes for multiple entities and in multiple currencies, ensuring completeness and compliance with IFRS and company policies
• Establish timely reports on financial data analytics, including key metrics, cost variances, and cash flow forecasting
• Prepare and present KPIs and regular reports to the President, CEO, Group Controller, and other senior management
• Assist in general financial management and analysis to support business strategy

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Coordinate or assist with the budget process for the region
• Support preparation of IFRS financial statements, budgeting, and forecasting; research accounting issues to ensure compliance
• Analyze actual spend against budgets and outlook, providing actionable insights

Controls, Compliance, and Process Improvement

• Draw up procedures, policies, and technical accounting analyses; establish and maintain internal controls across jurisdictions in the APAC region
• Maintain implementation and ensure adherence to accounting policies and procedures
• Support the accounting team during the closing process, ensuring deadlines are met
• Distinguish and evolve process improvements to streamline reporting and improve team efficiency
• Serve as a liaison to external auditors and partners, coordinating fiscal year-end audits

Leadership & Collaboration

• Supervise general accounting transactions
• Support accountability and the meeting of deliverables across the regional Finance team and financial activities throughout all divisions
• Collaborate with the broader global Finance team, corporate secretarial firms, and other vendors in the region
• Ensure the regional Finance team is competent, trained, and developed through regular assessment, goal setting, and coaching

What You’ll Bring Along

Must-Haves:

• At least 6 years of progressive experience in financial management or regional finance operations, ideally in a multinational environment
• Degree in finance, business administration, or a related field
• Advanced general ledger accounting experience
• HKICPA designation
• Exceptional quantitative and qualitative analytical capabilities
• Strong understanding of IFRS, HKFRS, ASPE, and regional statutory requirements
• Proven experience managing cross-border teams, multi-entity consolidations, and audit processes
• Mathematical, budgeting, and financial reporting background
• Proficiency with accounting software systems, ERPs, and advanced Excel/financial modelling skills
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to build trust and influence across teams
• Ability to build relationships with both external partners and peers
• Ability to communicate confidently and professionally in person, virtually, and in writing
• Fluent in English and Cantonese

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience with Sage Intacct is an asset
• Proficiency in Mandarin is an asset
• Experience implementing a transfer policy and a hedging policy is an asset
• Knowledge of import taxes and duties is an asset
• Experience with a start-up is an asset

What We’ll Give You

Salary:

• HK$550,000-800,000 per year commensurate with experience

Growth Opportunities:

• High potential for advancement in a fast-growing company

We are always looking for top talent. If your skills and professional experiences vary slightly from those listed in this job posting, the scope of work and salary may be amended to reflect your personal qualifications.

Where You’ll Work

This is a hybrid position with select days in-office and select days working from home.

Who We Are

WPIC Marketing + Technologies drives revenue for global brands in China, Japan, Korea, and SEA through data, analytics, e-commerce solutions, warehousing and logistics, and essential support services. With more than 275 employees in offices across 10 cities, WPIC is the world’s leading APAC e-commerce and technology consultancy. Our team provides end-to-end market entry and growth solutions for global brands looking to succeed in APAC. With more than 15 years of on-the-ground experience, WPIC has successfully deployed over 650 organizations in the APAC region.

WPIC values the diversity of the people we hire and serve. We strive to foster a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s unique talents and strengths.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process.