We are partnering exclusively with a fast-growing, multi-brand retail business to appoint an Executive Director of Finance – APAC. Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a unique, high-impact role with full accountability for the finance function across multiple brands and markets.

The business has achieved exceptional growth over the past four years and is now seeking a strategic finance leader with retail experience to elevate commercial performance, optimise reporting and planning and scale operations for the next phase of growth.

This is not a back-office role. It's hands-on, commercially oriented, and highly visible across the business. You will partner closely with ELT & SLT teams, retail leadership, and brand heads to ensure finance is a driver of growth, margin and operational excellence.

Role: 

• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team, including technical accountants, finance business partners, and FP&A
• Partner with brand and retail leaders to translate strategy into measurable financial outcomes
• Deliver actionable insights on margin management, pricing strategy, cost optimisation, and store performance
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, scenario planning, and KPI reporting across APAC
• Monitor and report on revenue, gross margin, inventory, working capital, and other key financial metrics
• Ensure the integrity of financial reporting and maintain robust internal controls, compliance, and governance
• Partner with the CFO on strategic initiatives, including M&A, business transformation, and system upgrades
• Drive initiatives to improve processes, reporting frameworks, and operational scalability
• Provide guidance to executives and operational teams on commercial decisions and capital allocation
• Influence cross-functional stakeholders to embed financial discipline and accountability across the business
• Support digital and operational transformation initiatives across finance and retail functions

Candidate:

• CA or CPA-qualified senior finance leader with strong retail experience in multi-brand, multi-market environments
• Hands-on, operationally aware, and comfortable managing both technical and strategic finance matters
• Commercially astute with experience in margin management, business partnering, and operational finance
• Proven track record of scaling finance teams, systems, and processes in high-growth environments
• Skilled at influencing senior stakeholders and translating numbers into actionable insights
• Experienced in maintaining financial integrity, compliance, and robust controls in complex businesses

How to apply:
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Will Nichols at wnichols@sharpandcarter.com.au