Finance Controller-International Hub Finance

The Minor Food is one of Asia's largest casual dining and quick-service restaurant companies. We are aggressively accelerating the business growth in both domestic and global market. 

Our number of restaurants exceeding 1,600 in 21 countries under The Pizza Company, Swensen's, Sizzler, Dairy Queen, Burger King, Basil Thai Kitchen, The Coffee Club. We are a diverse group of down-to-earth, straightforward and very result-oriented people with a vision. 

To be a Global Operator of Multiple Food Brands with the Objective of Providing 100% Satisfaction to All Stakeholders. We also share an inspiring organization culture. 

Driving to Unlock the Impossibilities. This culture is the foundation in everything we do here.

If you are a highly motivated, extremely organized business executive with a successful track record in driving sales, and are looking for an opportunity to play a key role for an exciting company that will reward you for your dedication, then Minor Food is right for you

 

Job Purpose:

The role is responsible for consolidated management accounts, budget preparation, reliable financial forecasting, and quarterly and annual statutory reporting. In addition, the Finance Controller provides performance monitoring, long-term financial planning, and financial insights to guide and consult decision-making and support the growth of international operations.

 

Main Responsibilities:

1. Review of Consolidated Financial Statements

• Review monthly and quarterly consolidated financial statements prepared by the Global Shared Service Center (GSSC) and local accounting teams to ensure accuracy and compliance with international accounting standards.
• Validate reporting from international subsidiaries and hub entities, ensuring alignment with corporate requirements.
• Identify discrepancies, recommend adjustments, and ensure financial data is properly reflected in reports.

2. Management Reporting

• Review and validate monthly management reports for international hubs to ensure timeliness and accuracy.
• Ensure reporting procedures are standardized across regions, regularly updated, and aligned with evolving business needs.
• Collaborate with regional and hub finance teams to maintain clarity and consistency in reporting.

3. Cash Flow Forecasting

• Prepare and review consolidated cash flow forecasts on a monthly basis for submission to Treasury.
• Monitor and analyze cash flow for international subsidiaries and hub entities, coordinating with regional teams to optimize liquidity.

4. Performance Monitoring

• Track and analyze business performance across international hubs, comparing actual results against budgets and forecasts.
• Provide variance analysis with actionable recommendations to support hub and regional leadership teams.

5. Support for Investor Relations (IR) and Credit Ratings (TRIS)

• Deliver accurate and timely financial information to support investor relations and credit rating assessments.
• Prepare financial documents and presentations ensuring IR and TRIS teams receive the latest reliable data.

6. Budget & Financial Forecast Preparation

• Lead the preparation of the annual budget and monthly financial forecasts for international hubs, including cash flow projections.
• Coordinate with business units (BUs), subsidiaries, and joint ventures (JVs) to consolidate inputs.
• Ensure budgets reflect corporate strategy while capturing local hub dynamics.

7. Budgetary Analysis & Presentation

• Develop and deliver timely budgetary analysis and presentations for international operations.
• Provide senior management with insights into international performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Recommend solutions for deviations from budgeted performance.

8. Long-Term Financial Planning

• Lead the preparation of the 5-year financial plan for international hubs, aligning financial forecasts with long-term strategic objectives.
• Develop and provide supporting financial analyses, feasibility studies, and financial models to assist in corporate strategy development and decision-making for international markets.

9. Ad-hoc Financial Support & Special Projects

• Perform additional financial analysis and reporting as assigned.
• Support special projects relating to international hubs, including mergers & acquisitions, due diligence, system implementations, and process improvements.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s degree or MBA preferred).
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, with at least 5 years in a managerial or controllership role.
• Professional qualification such as CPA, CA, or ACCA is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership and managerial skills
• Strong enabler of a result-driven work culture with focus on performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Strong people management and development
• Strong background in international finance operations, consolidation, and reporting
• Excellent knowledge/ experience/ passion in food / retail business/ regional hub structures is an advantage
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally frequently and stay abroad for extended periods 

We are a diverse group of down-to-earth, straightforward and very result-oriented people with a vision. To be a Global Operator of Multiple Food Brands with the objective of providing 100% Satisfaction to all stakeholders.

 

We also share an inspiring organization culture: Driving to Unlock the Impossibilities. This culture is the foundation in everything we do here. If you are a highly motivated, extremely organized business executive with a successful track record in driving sales, and are looking for an opportunity to play a key role for an exciting company that will reward you for your dedication, then Minor Food is right for you