Lead and manage the Thailand finance function including local and US GAAP monthly close, budgeting, forecasts, OPEX and balance sheet review, working capital, audits, tax compliance, SOX/FCPA controls, business partnering, process improvements, and team coaching.
SUMMARY
To support our growth and expansion plans in APAC, we are looking for a Finance Manager for Thailand to join the fast paced, dynamic finance team. The hands-on role offers both variety and responsibility along with the opportunity to make a strong contribution to the Align team.
This position will report to Director, Finance SEA and Hong Kong/Taiwan.
Role Expectations
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, in the area of:
o Finance leader and finance business partner for Thailand
o Lead and manage the overall finance function for Thailand
o Responsible for timely, consistent and accurate monthly local GAAP and US GAAP for group reporting
o Lead and co-ordinate the monthly close process
o Responsible for OPEX and Balance Sheet review & comments
o Prepare monthly Financial Reporting Package for submission to US
o Review monthly balance sheet schedules
o Provide business partnering support to Commercial team in terms of financial planning and analysis, monitoring of business results, managing and controlling OPEX budget, sales / promotions / customer profitability analysis, business case analysis for investments and commercial projects to support decision making
o Responsible for budgeting and rolling forecasts for Thailand
o Responsible for working capital management including AR collection and payment processing and controls
o Ensure accounting policies and procedures comply with legal and Corporate guidelines/policies, including compliance (FCPA)
o Review, implement and maintain an effective and robust internal controls system in compliance to SOX requirements, and ensure adherence to approval processes
o Support daily operating and month end closing process together with Thailand accountant
o Develop and deliver ad hoc reports for business needs
o Manage internal and external audit requirements, as well as ensure compliance to tax laws within Thailand
o Liaise with external agents to ensure timely local statutory reporting and relevant tax reporting
o Review monthly tax filing and reconciliation between local Stat and US GAAP
o Responsible for tax package preparation in collaboration with the Corporate tax team to ensure accurate and timely completion of tax-related deliverables, as well as compliance with all relevant corporate and statutory requirements.
o Identifying process improvement to reduce inefficiency/manual handling within finance function
o Preparing internal financial reports to LT as required including preparation of presentation slides of business performance.
o Provide coaching and guidance to Thailand finance team
o Ad hoc financial projects
o Lead and manage the overall finance function for Thailand
o Responsible for timely, consistent and accurate monthly local GAAP and US GAAP for group reporting
o Lead and co-ordinate the monthly close process
o Responsible for OPEX and Balance Sheet review & comments
o Prepare monthly Financial Reporting Package for submission to US
o Review monthly balance sheet schedules
o Provide business partnering support to Commercial team in terms of financial planning and analysis, monitoring of business results, managing and controlling OPEX budget, sales / promotions / customer profitability analysis, business case analysis for investments and commercial projects to support decision making
o Responsible for budgeting and rolling forecasts for Thailand
o Responsible for working capital management including AR collection and payment processing and controls
o Ensure accounting policies and procedures comply with legal and Corporate guidelines/policies, including compliance (FCPA)
o Review, implement and maintain an effective and robust internal controls system in compliance to SOX requirements, and ensure adherence to approval processes
o Support daily operating and month end closing process together with Thailand accountant
o Develop and deliver ad hoc reports for business needs
o Manage internal and external audit requirements, as well as ensure compliance to tax laws within Thailand
o Liaise with external agents to ensure timely local statutory reporting and relevant tax reporting
o Review monthly tax filing and reconciliation between local Stat and US GAAP
o Responsible for tax package preparation in collaboration with the Corporate tax team to ensure accurate and timely completion of tax-related deliverables, as well as compliance with all relevant corporate and statutory requirements.
o Identifying process improvement to reduce inefficiency/manual handling within finance function
o Preparing internal financial reports to LT as required including preparation of presentation slides of business performance.
o Provide coaching and guidance to Thailand finance team
o Ad hoc financial projects
What we're looking for
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline, or professional accounting certification such as Certified Public Accountant / Chartered Accountant
· At least 10 years relevant experience
· Working experience in a multinational company environment, with ability to operate in diverse cultures
· Experience in leading a team, and a good team player
· Strong verbal and written communication skills, and good interpersonal skills to give strong business partnering support
· Self-motivated to learn new concepts and participate in new projects
· Deadline-conscious with “can do” spirit to ensure timely reporting
· Have a positive work attitude including willing to work some longer hours during peak periods
· Agile, results oriented, customer focused
· Acts with integrity and fairness and high standards of accountability
· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline, or professional accounting certification such as Certified Public Accountant / Chartered Accountant
· At least 10 years relevant experience
· Working experience in a multinational company environment, with ability to operate in diverse cultures
· Experience in leading a team, and a good team player
· Strong verbal and written communication skills, and good interpersonal skills to give strong business partnering support
· Self-motivated to learn new concepts and participate in new projects
· Deadline-conscious with “can do” spirit to ensure timely reporting
· Have a positive work attitude including willing to work some longer hours during peak periods
· Agile, results oriented, customer focused
· Acts with integrity and fairness and high standards of accountability
SKILLS REQUIRED:
· Language: English and Thai (written and spoken)
· Strong systems skills with prior experience of Finance ERP system. Working knowledge of SAP is a plus.
· Advanced Excel skills, ability to work with lookups and pivot tables
Normal work hours Monday – Friday 830am to 530pm, based in Thailand office
About
Your growth and well-being:At Align, every smile matters. We’re committed to helping you thrive by supporting the health, growth, and well-being of our team members through a variety of tools and programs. While specific offerings may vary by location and role, Align employees can typically expect:Health and well-being programs to keep you thriving in both body and mind.Employee-exclusive discounts on Invisalign products.Learning opportunities through online learning resources and support for your individual development plans.Inclusive, global workplace that fosters collaboration, recognition and belonging.Country and/or role specific details will be shared with you by your recruiter during the interview process. Discover Align:We are a global community of game-changers and smart team players, united by our belief in the power of a smile. Our dynamic team of exceptional employees is dedicated to transforming the industry and creating extraordinary outcomes every day.Align’s core values of agility, customer, and accountability are more than words to work by, they are words we live by. The actions we take every day speak to who we are as a company and our focus on being truly impactful. We celebrate our differences, and the many ways we support one another— ultimately creating a more inclusive organization and world as we continue transforming smiles and changing lives.We foster a culture where thinking differently and seeking new experiences are not just encouraged but celebrated. With the Align Mindset, we empower each other, ensuring every voice is heard and valued in an inclusive environment that inspires creativity and collaboration.At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we are committed to building a workforce rich in diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences, fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities, all with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time. As part of our commitment to innovation, Align Technology includes exocad and Cubicure, companies that enhance our offerings and extend our impact to industry transformation.Eager to learn how we embrace our global differences and nurture employee well-being? Explore Align's culture here!Want to discover more about exocad and Cubicure? Click on their names for additional information.
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