Urgent job for Finance Director 2025

USA
February 4, 2025
Urgent

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Plaza Premium Group • Southlake, TX, United States • via LinkedIn

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Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or professional qualification in Accounting (CPA required)
Minimum of 10 years of experience in finance, preferably in multinational corporations (MNCs) or international audit firms
At least 5 years of supervisory experience with strong commercial and strategic orientation
In-depth knowledge of GAAP, auditing principles, and financial policies and procedures
Familiarity with GASB, FASB, and GFOA standards, as well as federal and state grant accounting regulations
Proven ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, and culturally diverse environment
Strong leadership skills with experience managing and motivating teams across multiple time zones

Finance Director - United States
Finance Director – United States


Willingness to travel occasionally within the USA
This position offers a strategic leadership opportunity within PPG’s finance division, driving financial excellence and business growth across the USA
Responsibilities
This role ensures financial integrity, oversees financial management processes and collaborates with stakeholders at local, regional, and global levels
Collaborate with the Country PIC and management team to drive financial performance, investment decisions, and expansion initiatives
Provide financial insights and strategic guidance to business leaders
Deliver monthly financial performance reports, KPIs, variance analysis, and commentary for HQ and the Regional Finance Team
Conduct financial analysis and feasibility assessments for investments and business expansions
Advocate business propositions to senior leadership while maintaining financial integrity and independence
Support the local management team in engagements with airport authorities and major clients
Lead annual budget preparation, financial projections, investment proposals, and cost-benefit analyses
Financial Accounting, Procurement, and Tax Compliance
Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial statements and reports in accordance with local and Group standards
Collaborate with HQ Finance, Global Shared Services (GSC) in Kuala Lumpur, and external auditors to maintain financial compliance
Oversee local finance and accounting statutory requirements, including audited accounts and corporate tax filings
Lead and manage the finance team, ensuring process efficiency and continuous improvement
Monitor and enhance daily financial operations, including accounting and procurement activities
Conduct balance sheet reviews, resolve financial discrepancies, and maintain strong financial controls
Oversee billing, accounts receivable aging, and coordination with sales and commercial teams to ensure timely collections
Ensure compliance with PPG’s financial policies, tax regulations, and procurement guidelines
Optimize cost management by leveraging procurement strategies and resource allocation
Serve as the primary liaison for local banking relationships, external accounting firms, auditors, tax authorities, and legal advisors


Job description for Finance Director – United States


Finance Director, USA | Head of Finance, USA

Southlake, Texas

Plaza Premium Group | USA

  • Onsite role in our beautiful Southlake office*

Plaza Premium Group, the global leader in airport lounges and hospitality! With over 25 years of experience, we are redefining travel by creating seamless, world-class airport experiences in over 350 locations worldwide. From award-winning lounges to premium airport services, we take pride in delivering exceptional comfort, convenience, and care to travelers. As a dynamic and fast-growing company, we offer exciting career opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and the chance to be part of a team that’s shaping the future of travel. If you’re passionate about hospitality and thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment, we’d love to have you on board!

As the Senior Finance Executive for PPG’s USA businesses, the Finance Director serves as the Head of Finance for the country and acts as the primary financial business partner to the Country Person in Charge (PIC) or Regional General Manager (RGM). This role ensures financial integrity, oversees financial management processes and collaborates with stakeholders at local, regional, and global levels.

Responsibilities:

Finance Business Partnering

  • Collaborate with the Country PIC and management team to drive financial performance, investment decisions, and expansion initiatives.
  • Provide financial insights and strategic guidance to business leaders.
  • Deliver monthly financial performance reports, KPIs, variance analysis, and commentary for HQ and the Regional Finance Team.
  • Conduct financial analysis and feasibility assessments for investments and business expansions.
  • Advocate business propositions to senior leadership while maintaining financial integrity and independence.
  • Support the local management team in engagements with airport authorities and major clients.
  • Lead annual budget preparation, financial projections, investment proposals, and cost-benefit analyses.

Financial Accounting, Procurement, and Tax Compliance

  • Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial statements and reports in accordance with local and Group standards.
  • Collaborate with HQ Finance, Global Shared Services (GSC) in Kuala Lumpur, and external auditors to maintain financial compliance.
  • Oversee local finance and accounting statutory requirements, including audited accounts and corporate tax filings.
  • Lead and manage the finance team, ensuring process efficiency and continuous improvement.
  • Monitor and enhance daily financial operations, including accounting and procurement activities.
  • Conduct balance sheet reviews, resolve financial discrepancies, and maintain strong financial controls.
  • Oversee billing, accounts receivable aging, and coordination with sales and commercial teams to ensure timely collections.
  • Ensure compliance with PPG’s financial policies, tax regulations, and procurement guidelines.
  • Optimize cost management by leveraging procurement strategies and resource allocation.
  • Serve as the primary liaison for local banking relationships, external accounting firms, auditors, tax authorities, and legal advisors.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or professional qualification in Accounting (CPA required).
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in finance, preferably in multinational corporations (MNCs) or international audit firms.
  • At least 5 years of supervisory experience with strong commercial and strategic orientation.
  • In-depth knowledge of GAAP, auditing principles, and financial policies and procedures.
  • Familiarity with GASB, FASB, and GFOA standards, as well as federal and state grant accounting regulations.
Finance Director - United States
Finance Director – United States
  • Proven ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, and culturally diverse environment.
  • Strong leadership skills with experience managing and motivating teams across multiple time zones.
  • Willingness to travel occasionally within the USA.

This position offers a strategic leadership opportunity within PPG’s finance division, driving financial excellence and business growth across the USA.

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