Hello, I am qualified accountant (ACCA/FCCA/HKICPA) with highly competent finance business partner and transfer pricing expertise with a track record of successfully driving global projects in branded corporates. With 15+ years of post Big 4 commercial experience, I have supported more than 6+ significant M&A projects, 14+ transformation projects (e.g. ERP implementation, global process harmonization, spin-off, etc). Extensive MNE exposure also allow me to lead global and regional budget process smoothly with strong leadership of team. I am highly regarded for my quality work and strong reputation in the industry.
Develop and Review strategic direction and Invoice Model for Group entities for region based on function risk analysis.
Determine the TP methodology for intercompany transactions
Align and conclude functional risk analysis ("FRA") via interview with local entities
Implementation of global scale TP model including intercompany agreements
Lead quality financial analysis and commentaries to ensure consistent group transfer pricing policies
Act as Business Partner with business unit heads via regular sessions to understand markets developments and advice on potential TP risk and Permanent Establishment (PE)
Advisory to entities in region in tax disputes on defend strategy
Managing advisors from Big4 and external advisors for interest of the group
Coordinate with local on TP documentation production and review among entity owners
Build TP mailbox and provide timely responses to inquiries and special requests
Support both external and internal audit requests
Provide training to major stakeholders on TP concepts
Steer and coordinate on the budget process
Challenge the business scenario based on forecasting and scenario analysis
Review Fx exposure planning and liquidity planning
Perform monthly P&L review in scope and comment on major variance analysis
Review and record actual and accrual entries in the general ledger
Approver for year end adjustments for intercompany transactions.
Initialize continuous improvement on financial processes for risk mitigation
Involved in special projects (esp M&A) and advise on the financial impacts based on simulations
Provide timing support to audit requests
Implement continuous improvement in financial process
Steer harmonization projects in financial accounting, sales and purchase cycles with involvement in developing business operations.
Involved in M&A projects like post Acquisition of Reebok, spin-off Brand Salomon in Korea
Global integrated planning and forecasting system
Offer advisory service on internal controls on business process within the group
Liaise with key team members in subsidiaries on the regional / global initiatives
Offer training to global best practice on best cycles to new business hires in the region
Launch global ERP/Accounting systems implementation projects covering distribution and service clients.
Work with client CFO and process owners to finalize gap analysis and support clients to smooth implementation
Transform business change requirements into practical specifications for developers
Prepare training to trainer sessions to speed up change management
Provide consulting services on the system controls and change management
Strong project management skills leading technical teams and guide clients for success
Lead financial migration service from legacy system
Perform audit reviews with focus on banking and insurance sectors following IFRS/IAS standard.
Perform specialized IT audit for global market leaders like P&G and BASF.
Perform specialized M&A valuation advisory projects for clients.
Perform specialized ERP system control review and provide recommendations on internal controls.
Prepare management representation letter and advise on continuous improvement in internal controls based on risk based assessments.