Financial Controller

Responsibilities:

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee all accounting and finance functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, cash flow, bank reconciliation, and month-end/year-end closing.
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
  
• Review financial performance, variance analysis, and key financial indicators for management decision-making.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of financial reports to the General Manager, owners, auditors, and other relevant parties.
• Maintain proper accounting records and documentation in accordance with accounting standards and company requirements.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning

• Lead the annual budget preparation process in coordination with department heads.
• Monitor actual performance against budget and provide clear explanations for variances.
• Prepare financial forecasts, cash flow projections, and financial analysis to support business planning.
• Provide recommendations for cost control, revenue improvement, and financial efficiency.

Internal Control & Compliance

• Establish, implement, and monitor effective internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting principles, tax laws, and statutory requirements.
• Review and improve accounting and finance procedures to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and accountability.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors and ensure audit findings are properly addressed.
• Ensure proper control over purchasing, inventory, revenue collection, payment processes, and asset management.

Taxation & Statutory Requirements

• Oversee tax planning and ensure timely and accurate submission of all tax filings, including VAT, withholding tax, corporate income tax, and other applicable taxes.
• Liaise with the Revenue Department, auditors, banks, government agencies, and other external parties as required.
• Ensure all statutory financial reports and filings are completed accurately and on time.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management

• Monitor company cash flow and ensure sufficient funds are available for business operations.
• Manage banking relationships and oversee payment processes.
• Review cash, bank, and credit card transactions to ensure accuracy and proper authorization.
• Ensure effective control over company funds and financial transactions.

Team Leadership

• Lead, supervise, and develop the Accounting & Finance team.
  Assign duties, monitor work performance, and provide guidance to team members.
• Promote accuracy, accountability, confidentiality, and professionalism within the department.
• Support training and development of finance team members to improve capability and work efficiency.

Management Support

• Provide financial advice and analysis to the General Manager and department heads.
• Support management in evaluating business opportunities, capital expenditure, cost-saving initiatives, and operational improvements.
• Participate in management meetings and provide financial input for decision-making.
• Work closely with department heads to ensure financial awareness and budget discipline across the organization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in accounting and finance, with at least 5 years in a senior management or Financial Controller role.
• Strong knowledge of Thai accounting standards, financial reporting, taxation, VAT, withholding tax, corporate income tax, and statutory compliance.
• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, financial analysis, and management reporting.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, audit processes, asset management, purchasing control, and cost control.
• Ability to lead and supervise the Accounting & Finance team effectively.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Good communication and coordination skills, with the ability to work closely with the General Manager, department heads, auditors, banks, and government agencies.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, accounting software, and Microsoft Office.
• CPA, CPD, or other professional accounting certifications are an advantage.
• Experience in hospitality, hotel, golf club, country club, private club, or service-related business is highly preferred.
• Experience working with expatriate management or international business environments.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to provide financial advice to support strategic decision-making.
• Experience in system improvement, internal control enhancement, or finance process transformation.
• Strong leadership style with the ability to develop team members and ensure smooth succession planning.
• Knowledge of inventory control, cost control, CAPEX control, and operational finance in hospitality or club operations.