Director of Commercial Finance APAC

Job title: Director of Commercial Finance APAC

Company: Robert Walters


Job description: This pivotal position offers you the chance to shape the financial future of a global leader in the agricultural industry. With a direct influence on regional commercial operations, you will work closely with senior leaders to drive revenue growth, optimise margins, and ensure robust financial governance. If you are seeking a role that combines strategic impact with hands-on leadership in a truly international context, this is your moment to make a difference.What you’ll do:As Director of Commercial Finance based in Tullamarine, you will play an instrumental role in guiding the financial direction of APAC commercial operations. Your day-to-day responsibilities will see you collaborating with senior leaders to craft strategies that drive both top-line growth and bottom-line efficiency. You will provide critical support to sales and marketing teams through insightful analysis of pricing models and customer profitability while leading the charge on new market entries or product launches. By developing robust financial planning processes-including budgeting cycles and KPI dashboards-you will ensure that every decision is grounded in data-driven insight. Your focus on operational excellence will see you championing process improvements that leverage technology for smarter reporting while maintaining strict adherence to global compliance standards. In addition to managing working capital effectively across multiple countries within the region, you will also have the rewarding task of building a talented team committed to shared goals of inclusivity and continuous improvement. Success in this role means not only delivering outstanding financial results but also nurturing a collaborative culture where everyone can contribute their best.

• Develop and implement comprehensive regional commercial finance strategies that align with global objectives and support long-term business success.
• Partner closely with the President of APAC to design and execute strategies focused on revenue growth, margin optimisation, and cost efficiency across diverse markets.
• Provide expert financial guidance to sales and marketing teams on pricing strategies, contract negotiations, customer profitability analysis, and new market entry evaluations.
• Lead rigorous financial planning processes including budgeting, forecasting, long-term modelling, and KPI dashboard development for commercial operations.
• Oversee the creation of business cases for new product launches, distribution decisions, strategic initiatives, and cross-selling opportunities within the region.
• Establish frameworks for measuring return on investment (ROI) on commercial investments, promotions, partnerships, commissions, and compensation plans.
• Ensure robust financial controls, compliance with global accounting standards, and timely reporting across all regional commercial finance activities.
• Drive process improvements by leveraging technology to streamline reporting systems and enhance decision-making capabilities for commercial teams.
• Optimise working capital management by focusing on accounts receivable, credit control, collections processes, and revenue integrity relative to strategic objectives.
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing regional commercial finance team while promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

What you bring:To excel as Director of Commercial Finance in this globally recognised organisation requires more than technical proficiency; it demands proven experience navigating complex projects involving multiple stakeholders across various geographies. Your background managing enterprise-level finance programmes equips you with deep understanding of how different markets operate-knowledge that is crucial when aligning local actions with global strategy. Familiarity with advanced financial systems ensures seamless integration between planning processes while your comfort using analytics platforms allows you to translate raw data into meaningful recommendations. Beyond technical skills lies your strength in building relationships: whether engaging senior executives or mentoring junior staff members from different cultures-your approachability fosters trust throughout the organisation. Your ability to prioritise tasks effectively means nothing falls through the cracks even during peak periods; meanwhile your adaptability ensures smooth transitions whenever change arises. Above all else it’s your passion for nurturing talent-through training initiatives or simply by setting an example-that sets you apart as someone who not only delivers results but also uplifts those around them.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field is essential for this position as it underpins your ability to manage complex financial programmes across multiple locations.
• A minimum of ten years’ experience managing multi-location or multi-company enterprise finance programmes demonstrates your capability in handling large-scale operations.
• Proven track record in multinational companies operating across diverse markets ensures you bring valuable perspective on global best practices.
• Expertise with financial systems such as Hyperion or JD Edwards-and familiarity with analytics tools like Power BI or Tableau-enables you to deliver actionable insights efficiently.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills allow you to engage collaboratively at all levels within the organisation while influencing positive outcomes through education and support.
• Strong time management abilities coupled with effective delegation skills ensure deadlines are met without compromising quality or accuracy.
• Advanced analytical thinking empowers you to identify trends quickly while resourcefully solving problems using data-driven approaches.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience highlights your capacity for mentoring teams towards high performance within an inclusive environment.
• Experience designing training programmes showcases your commitment to knowledge sharing and professional development among colleagues.
• Willingness to travel up to 35% across the region reflects your flexibility in supporting teams wherever they are located.

What sets this company apart:This organisation stands out as a true pioneer within the agricultural sector-uniting several world-renowned brands under one umbrella while remaining deeply committed to advancing their solutions globally. Employees benefit from being part of an international network that values knowledge sharing across borders yet recognises the importance of local impact. The company fosters an environment where collaboration is encouraged at every level; ideas are welcomed regardless of origin; personal growth is supported through access to training opportunities; and flexibility is offered wherever possible so individuals can balance professional ambitions with personal commitments. Working here means joining a community dedicated not only to industry excellence but also social responsibility-making it an ideal place for those who want their work to have real-world significance beyond commercial success.What’s next:If you are ready to take your career in finance leadership further by making a meaningful contribution within a globally respected organisation, then this is your moment-apply now!Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply please click apply or call Wouter De Vries on 61 3 8628 2262 for a confidential discussion.About the jobContract Type: FULL_TIMESpecialism: Accountancy & FinanceFocus: Finance DirectorIndustry: Agriculture Fishing and ForestrySalary: AUD190,000 – AUD240,000 per annum + super & bonusWorkplace Type: HybridExperience Level: DirectorLocation: Tullamarine FULL_TIMEJob Reference: 7O6B99-01D038C0Date posted: 12 June 2025Consultant: Wouter De Vries melbourne accountancy-finance/finance-director 2025-06-12 2025-07-12 agriculture-fishing-and-forestry Tullamarine Victoria AU 3043 AUD 190000 240000 240000 YEAR Robert Walters https://www.robertwalters.com.au https://www.robertwalters.com.au/content/dam/robert-walters/global/images/logos/web-logos/square-logo.png true

Expected salary: $190000 – 240000 per year

Location: Tullamarine, VIC

Job date: Fri, 20 Jun 2025 01:57:46 GMT

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