Job Description

This is why you want to join us as Finance Manager at Enza Zaden

At Enza Zaden, Finance Manager will be responsible and accountable for coordinating and improving financial processes in the country (SEA), improving / establishing reports to help management steer their business and get better insight on profitability / margin / cost (control).

• Execute the global finance guidelines, including execution of risk & control and tax frameworks in the country.
• Responsible for local Planning & Control cycle. To actively advice local management to improve their performance.
• To be a strong people manager that develops and improves to best-in-class finance teams.
• Maintains intensive internal and external contacts (e.g. breeders, seed operations, auditors, tax advisors, customers).; Maintains contacts with the relevant departments of Enza Zaden. Is member of the local management team (if applicable) and/or National Coordination Team (NCT) (if applicable)

Make a difference as Finance Manager

Join our international team in Malaysia and contribute to the leadership and enhancement of the local finance organization. Your responsibilities will include:

Ensure the local finance operations organization

• Proactively manage, coordinate, develop and optimize all financial and administrative matters;
• Coordinate and manage all finance tasks in the country;
• Proactively drive and stimulate change to improve the local finance structure and people
• Implement and control local internal control frameworks;
• Resolve complex accounting issues and advise management in this perspective;
• Execute global finance guidelines, including implementation of risk & control frameworks in the country
• Ensure that all the regulatory, tax (including global tax framework), compliance and legal requirements are fully met in the country;
• Proactively give advice on and be part of risk & control improvement projects;
• Ensure proper execution of the monthly and quarterly closing and management report package;
• Coordinate the teams on analysis of actuals, budget and latest estimate on an monthly basis
• Ensure management information is reliable;
• Co-ensure that the companies’ financial systems are robust, compliant and support current activities and future growth;
• Manage credit risks and inventory risks and control financial impact with regard to both;
• Lead and coordinate the external and internal audit process where needed.
• Manage, coordinate and check reports in accordance with the Enza Zaden accounting manual (e.g. monthly reports and the budget process);
• Ensuring an optimum set-up of the administrative systems and procedures.
• Files the necessary tax returns (etc.) in accordance with the local laws;
• Draws up the annual accounts of the company (or companies);
• Maintains contacts with and provides information to the local external auditor in accordance with local standards.

Business support

• Form close working relationships with all relevant local business partners;
• Implement and lead the global reporting, budgeting and forecasting process in the country;
• Ensure proper actions on the reviewed results, plans, activities, business drivers and targets;
• Ad hoc local business support where needed.

Local finance operations team management

• Provide leadership to and develop finance in your country to a best-in-class finance team (Strategic workforce planning);
• Coordinate, inspire, manage, coach and appraise the local finance operations team members;
• Identify training needs and compose personal development plans for the local finance operations team members;
• Monitor the requirements in your country, resulting in short and longer term plans for the finance department;

Other (if applicable)

• Possible local responsibilities (e.g. team management) outside Finance, e.g. Customer Service, Logistics, Facilities. - Member of NCT, if applicable

What you bring as a future colleague

As a Finance Manager, you are expected to be practical, detail-oriented, and dedicated. You’ll work independently, reporting to the Regional Finance Manager.

In short, you should possess a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, as well as relevant specialised training or ongoing personal development. At least five years of related professional experience is required.

Key qualities sought include:

• High intellectual and emotional intelligence
• Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills
• Initiative, motivation, curiosity, resilience, and drive
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Proficiency in English and the local language where the position is based
• A strategic approach to both present performance and future opportunities
• Dedication to driving continuous improvement within the organisation

Additionally, you should demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, cultural sensitivity, initiative, proactivity, flexibility, and project management expertise.

Enza Zaden as your employer
With more than 3,000 passionate team members across the world, we're on a daily mission to develop the finest vegetable varieties. Our goal? To deliver seeds with that special something: vegetables with better taste, better yields, and better resistance. On our mission to feed the world, we challenge ourselves to gain deeper insights and find the next breakthrough. We grow and innovate together, and everyone’s contribution is valued. Throughout our 86 years, our family values, passion, independence and our focus on innovation have truly set us apart. Over 480 million people eat our vegetables every day, something we are very proud of! Our passion isn't just a trademark; it's our driving force, propelling our rapid growth. If you're ready to explore your potential and thrive in a supportive environment, we welcome you to develop your talents with us. The combination of entrepreneurship, initiative and a healthy dose of determination has made Enza Zaden great and brought us where we are today. Enza Zaden is and always will be in motion: in the past, present and future.

What can you expect from us
We aspire to be a good employer that cares for our employees, both during and after their careers at Enza Zaden. Our most important benefits include:

• Active partnership in your professional development (personal growth);

• Tailor-made leadership development programs and global e-learning platform;

Join us for a career that grows with you! Are you curious to know more about Enza Zaden click on this link to our website.

Get in touch
Apply now using the application button. You will receive an automatic confirmation of your application within minutes, and we will respond to your application within 10 working days. 
 
Do you have any questions about our application process? Please feel free to reach out to: Lingheswarei Arumugam, l.arumugam@enzazaden.com

Good to know

• A business case assessment is part of the application process;

• This position cannot be filled on an interim basis;

• Enza Zaden is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on background, identity or personal characteristics.