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Finance & Operations Lead (based in Chiang Mai) Jobs in Chiang Mai, Thailand at Michael Page
Title: Finance & Operations Lead (based in Chiang Mai)
Company: Michael Page
Location: Chiang Mai, Thailand
- Lead and establish finance, administration, HR, procurement, and logistics functions for the new site
- Oversee daily accounting operations, financial reporting, and month-end closing
- Manage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis (budget vs. actuals)
- Ensure strong internal controls and compliance with corporate policies and local regulations
- Supervise ERP system usage for financial tracking, reporting, and documentation
- Monitor cash flow, payment planning, and investment tracking processes
- Partner with operations to support cost control and financial decision-making
- Lead HR operations including payroll, contracts, and compliance with labor regulations
- Manage procurement and logistics activities to ensure timely and cost-effective sourcing
- Coordinate with regional/global stakeholders to align financial and operational strategies
- Prepare management reports with analytical insights for business performance
- Support business setup activities, including registrations and local compliance requirements
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance and administrative processes
- Lead and develop a small local team, fostering a high-performance culture
- Act as a key point of contact for external partners such as auditors, banks, and authorities
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 5-15 years of experience in finance and operations, ideally in agribusiness, manufacturing, or industrial sectors
- Proven experience managing multiple functions (Finance, HR, Admin, Procurement) in a standalone or remote-site environment
- Strong knowledge of ERP systems (e.g. SAP) and advanced Excel skills
- Fluent in English with strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
Our client is a fast-growing international organization within the agriculture and primary production sector, currently expanding its footprint in Southeast Asia.
- Salary & benefits based on experience
- Accommodation could be provided
This role is responsible for building and managing finance and operational back-office functions for a newly established business unit in Chiang Mai. The position oversees financial control, administration, HR, procurement and ERP processes to ensure smooth and scalable operations.
