Finance Director - IN &MEA

Key responsibilities/What you do

The Finance Director is responsible for the value-based steering of the function under their respective scope. Not only they are responsible for delivering the right financial metrics to steer the business to the MD and the Executive Committee, but also for contributing to the design and execution of strategy for a profitable and sustainable growth of the business.

- From a financial perspective, the ultimate goal is to ensure accurate and complete execution of the Finance processes, in order to disclose reliable and solid financial statements and to provide reasonable and adequate basis to make informed decisions on the business, while respecting all internal and external requirements. They are accountable for all the Finance functions under their responsibility.

- From a strategic perspective, has a pivotal role at driving performance: they work closely with the executive committee, providing relevant business insights and contributing to the decision-making process with the ultimate goal to enhance the value of the organization by setting strategic priorities, while respecting the company ethic and principles in environmental, social and governmental matters (e.g., M&A initiatives, divestitures, OPS offshoring, HR expense steering).

The Finance Director is an experienced executive, with a business-driven mindset, diplomatic behavior and solid cultural background, who communicates effectively in a plain and comprehensive manner. They are able to make a concrete impact in the organization, identifying with Allianz Partners’ legacy and acting as a change agent, driving the transformation step by step and showing entrepreneurship, while being flexible and innovative in finding solutions. Is also, people oriented, connects teams, practices and encourages others to practice an effective collaboration, while empowering and developing teams and individuals.

Key requirements/What you bring

Tis role is accountable to both the Group CFO and the IN &MEA MD`S of Allianz Partners, serving as a member of the Executive Committee and leadership team in a corporate function, undertaking special projects according to the strategy and within the risk appetite of the group. Works closely with the Group CFO of Allianz Partners to establish long-term goals, strategies, plans, according with the policies and the strategic direction of the group.

- Assist in understanding and giving direction with regards to financials, provide reasonable and adequate recommendations to enforce finance strategy, taking a full Head of Finance role (i.e., full P&L ownership)