Head of Finance (Group Consolidation)

About the Role

Our client, an established organisation within the Property Development & Real Estate industry, is seeking a seasoned finance leader to head the Group Reporting function. This role is responsible for overseeing consolidated financial reporting, regulatory compliance, taxation matters, budgeting and forecasting activities, ESG reporting, risk management coordination, and continuous process enhancement across the Group. The successful candidate will act as a key business partner to senior management, supporting strategic decision-making and ensuring the integrity of the Group's financial governance framework.

Key Responsibilities

Group Financial Reporting

• Lead the preparation, review, and approval of monthly financial reports for the Group and its holding entities in compliance with applicable financial reporting standards.
  
• Oversee the preparation of quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements, board papers, and regulatory disclosures.
  
• Present financial performance reports, analytical insights, and key business recommendations to senior management.
  
• Manage relationships with external auditors and facilitate statutory audit processes.
  

Tax Management & Compliance

• Oversee all direct and indirect tax matters, including corporate tax, SST, RPGT, withholding tax, and transfer pricing requirements.
  
• Ensure compliance with evolving tax regulations and provide guidance to business units on legislative changes.
  
• Drive tax efficiency initiatives while maintaining full regulatory compliance.
  
• Coordinate tax audits, investigations, and engagements with tax authorities and external tax advisors.
  

Budgeting, Forecasting & Cash Flow Management

• Review and consolidate Group budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections.
  
• Provide financial analysis and strategic recommendations to support business planning and performance management.
  
• Partner with various business units to challenge assumptions, validate submissions, and assess financial implications of key initiatives.
  
• Deliver budget and forecasting reports to support management decision-making.
  

ESG, Risk & Corporate Governance

• Oversee ESG-related reporting and ensure alignment with corporate objectives and reporting requirements.
  
• Review reports relating to related-party transactions, risk management, and governance matters.
  
• Work closely with internal audit teams to address audit findings and strengthen internal control frameworks.
  
• Support compliance with corporate governance and regulatory requirements across the Group.
  

Process Improvement & Finance Transformation

• Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance finance operations, controls, and reporting efficiency.
  
• Drive finance transformation projects, including system enhancement, digitalisation, and process automation initiatives.
  
• Ensure standardisation and consistency of financial processes and controls across business divisions.
  
• Review and maintain governance frameworks, delegated authority structures, and finance policies where necessary.
  

Leadership & Talent Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team.
  
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  
• Support succession planning and talent development initiatives within the finance organisation.
  
• Provide guidance and coaching to finance team members to strengthen capabilities across the Group.
  

Strategic Projects

• Support strategic corporate initiatives, business transformation projects, and special assignments as directed by Group Finance leadership.
  
• Provide financial expertise for regulatory, operational, and business-critical matters as required.
  

Requirements

Professional & Academic Qualifications

• Recognised professional accounting qualification such as MIA, ACCA, CPA Australia, CIMA, ICAEW, or equivalent.
  
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
  
• Postgraduate qualifications (e.g., MBA or Master's Degree in Accounting/Finance) will be advantageous.
  

Experience & Competencies

• Extensive experience in Group reporting, financial consolidation, taxation, budgeting, treasury, and finance leadership.
  
• Strong understanding of MFRS, regulatory reporting requirements, taxation legislation, and corporate governance practices.
  
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing finance teams within a complex corporate environment.
  
• Strong analytical, commercial, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities.
  
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, drive change initiatives, and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.