Finance Operations Director APAC

Overview

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Antech Diagnostics is a global leader in veterinary diagnostics and is part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care. Our culture centers on The Five Principles : Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Mars Petcare’s Science and Diagnostics Division supports the Antech Diagnostics brand.

Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Role

A unique opportunity has opened within Mars Petcare’s Science and Diagnostics Division, supporting our cutting edge Antech Diagnostics brand. We’re looking for a seasoned and strategic Finance Operations Director APAC to lead and elevate finance operations across a diverse and fast-growing regional cluster, spanning Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, and more. This is a people leadership role with direct management of a team of 5+ associates based across the cluster. Reporting to the Regional Finance Operations Director EU & APAC / VP Finance EU & APAC, you’ll play a key leadership role in safeguarding financial integrity, driving process harmonisation, and enabling continued business growth across the APAC region.

About Us

Antech Diagnostics is a global leader in veterinary diagnostics and part of the Mars family of businesses. Together, we are committed to creating a better world for pets. At Mars, we believe in nurturing talent, driving innovation, and embracing diversity in everything we do.

Role Overview

As the Finance Operations Director APAC, you will oversee a team of finance professionals across the region, ensuring excellence in financial operations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Intercompany, and Treasury. You will lead process harmonisation and drive financial integrity, enabling growth across the APAC region.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing finance operations team across APAC (Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Hong Kong).
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of statutory financial statements and monthly, quarterly, and annual group reporting in line with US GAAP and local standards.
• Manage and oversee balance sheet accounts, AR / AP, fixed asset accounting, lease accounting, and cash flow.
• Drive process improvements and system harmonisation initiatives across the region.
• Lead monthly / quarterly / annual financial close processes and ensure full audit readiness.
• Liaise with auditors and manage external / internal audit processes to ensure compliance.
• Establish and maintain robust internal controls over financial transactions and reporting.
• Partner with Treasury to manage banking relationships and optimize liquidity.
• Oversee and contribute to cross-functional and finance transformation projects, including system migrations.
• Inspire and build a collaborative, performance-driven culture within the finance function.

Key skills and experience required

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Application

Ready to take the lead in shaping financial operations across APAC? Click “Apply now” to connect with our Talent Acquisition team and learn more about this exciting leadership opportunity.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Mars, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.

About Antech

Antech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes. Our products and services span 90+ reference laboratories around the globe; in-house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud-based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and board-certified specialist support services.

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