Regional Financial Controller

Key Responsibilities Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to, the following: Financial Leadership Lead the finance function across Thailand and Vietnam, providing strategic financial guidance to regional and school leadership. Partner with business leaders to support commercial decision-making and long-term financial planning. Develop and implement finance strategies aligned with organizational objectives. Build a high-performing finance team through coaching, mentoring, and performance management. Financial Reporting Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting. Oversee preparation of management accounts, and financial analysis. Review financial results and provide meaningful commentary on performance, risks, and opportunities. Ensure compliance with Group accounting policies and applicable accounting standards. Coordinate year-end financial statements and consolidation requirements. Budgeting & Forecasting Lead the annual budgeting process across all schools and corporate entities in collaboration with the FP&A function. Monitor financial performance against budget and recommend corrective actions where required. Support business cases, investment analysis, and capital expenditure planning in collaboration with Regional Finance Director. Financial Control & Governance Maintain a strong internal control environment across all entities. Ensure compliance with Group financial policies, delegated authorities, and governance frameworks. Identify financial and operational risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies. Drive standardization of finance processes across the region in collaboration with Regional Finance Director. Oversee balance sheet integrity and regular reconciliation processes. Statutory Compliance & Tax Ensure full compliance with local statutory reporting requirements in Thailand and Vietnam in collaboration with ISP regional tax department. Oversee corporate income tax, VAT, withholding tax, payroll tax, and other regulatory obligations. Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities. Coordinate statutory audits and ensure timely resolution of audit findings. Cash Flow & Treasury Manage regional cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning. Monitor working capital performance. Oversee banking relationships and treasury activities. Ensure effective controls over payments, cash management, and foreign exchange exposures where applicable. School Finance Oversight Provide financial oversight for all schools within the region. Support school principals and operational leaders with financial planning and performance management. Review enrolment trends, tuition revenue, staffing costs, and operational expenditure. Monitor financial KPIs to improve operational efficiency and profitability. Regional Corporate Entity Management Oversee finance operations of regional corporate entities. Ensure appropriate cost allocation methodologies. Support intercompany transactions and reconciliations. Manage regional shared service financial activities where applicable. Audit & Risk Management Lead external and internal audit processes. Implement recommendations arising from audits. Maintain appropriate financial documentation and control frameworks. Promote a culture of compliance and ethical financial management. Process Improvement & Systems Identify opportunities to automate and improve finance processes. Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the finance function. Support implementation and enhancement of ERP systems and financial reporting tools. Promote data integrity and reporting accuracy. People Leadership Lead finance teams across Thailand and Vietnam. Develop talent through coaching, succession planning, and professional development. Foster collaboration across schools and corporate functions. Promote accountability and continuous improvement. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Timely completion of monthly financial reporting Forecast accuracy Budget adherence Audit outcomes with minimal findings Statutory compliance achieved with no material penalties Strong cash flow management Balance sheet integrity Improvement in finance process efficiency Delivery of cost optimization initiatives Employee engagement and development within the finance team Leadership Competencies Strategic thinking Commercial acumen Strong analytical capability Effective communication and influencing skills Stakeholder management Change leadership Decision making under pressure Team development and coaching High integrity and accountability Continuous improvement mindset Travel: Regular travel between Thailand and Vietnam as required. ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years employment history.