AeJ Finance COO

Company overview

Nomura is a global financial services group with an integrated network spanning approximately 30 countries and regions. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its three business divisions: Wealth Management, Investment Management, and Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking). Founded in 1925, the firm is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, serving clients with creative solutions and considered thought leadership. For further information about Nomura, visit www.nomura.com

Job Title:  AeJ Finance COO
Corporate Title:  Executive Director
Department:  Finance
Location:  Singapore

Department overview:
Nomura's Finance department oversees the company's financial operations and provides strategic guidance for business decision-making. Collaborating with senior leadership, business units, and stakeholders, the team develops effective financial strategies, including planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis, to align financial operations with business objectives. Specializing in financial reporting, accounting, tax, treasury, and capital management, Nomura's Finance team is known for delivering exceptional service. With a proven track record, commitment to innovation, and global reach, the department is poised to drive growth and success in the financial industry.

Role description:
We are seeking an experienced and strategic AEJ (Asia ex-Japan) Finance COO. This pivotal role will work closely with the CFO to drive finance strategy, manage change initiatives, and ensure operational excellence across the finance function. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance, exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to navigate complex organizational structures.

This challenging role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the finance function of a global bank. The successful candidate will play a crucial part in shaping the future of finance operations and driving strategic initiatives across the organization.

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for finance transformation and have the skills to lead a high-performing team in a complex, global environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting position.

Responsibilities: 

• Finance Strategy and Transformation:
  • Partner with the CFO to develop and implement finance strategy
  • Lead initiatives in outsourcing, operating model optimization, and roles/responsibilities definition
  • Drive data and digital strategy, including AI implementation in finance
• Change Management and Project Oversight:
  • Manage the finance book of work and oversee project portfolios
  • Establish accountability and timelines for initiatives
  • Track progress and escalate issues as needed
  • Coordinate efforts within finance and across other functions (Risk, Operations, Business, Technology)
• Cross-functional Collaboration:
  • Navigate complexities and manage conflicts within the finance department
  • Act as a decisive referee in case of stalemates
• Finance Control and Oversight:
  • Oversee the control framework for the entire finance function
  • Manage operational risk, RCSAs, and internal audit issue follow-ups
  • Develop and maintain control heatmaps and escalation processes
  • Ensure comprehensive documentation of processes and controls
  • Proactively assess and stress-test the control environment
  • Oversee new business approval processes
• Executive Communication and Reporting:
  • Assist the CFO in preparing presentations and finance updates
  • Deliver monthly communications to the broader finance team
  • Prepare senior management updates for HQ, regional management, committees, and boards
• Process Improvement and Re-engineering:
  • Collaborate with functional leads to review and challenge existing processes
  • Ensure efficiency and control in all finance processes
  • Oversee process documentation efforts
  • Partner with technology teams for automation initiatives
• Budget Management:
  • Ensure strict adherence to the finance budget
• People Management and Development:
  • Serve as the main point of contact for HR Business Partners for hiring and attrition
  • Conduct talent mapping in collaboration with the Finance Management Team
  • Drive people engagement initiatives and organize finance social event

Skills, experience, qualifications, and knowledge required:

• Minimum 15 years of experience in finance roles, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership position
• Experience in financial operations, controls, and regulatory requirements in the banking industry
• Experience leading large-scale transformation projects in Financial Services
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
• Experience with financial systems and technologies, including AI and automation tools

Diversity Statement

Nomura is committed to an employment policy of equal opportunities, and is fundamentally opposed to any less favourable treatment accorded to existing or potential members of staff on the grounds of race, creed, colour, nationality, disability, marital status, pregnancy, gender or sexual orientation.

DISCLAIMER:  This Job Description is for reference only, and whilst this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, it is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job.  The management reserves the right to revise the job and may, at his or her discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. 

Nomura is an Equal Opportunity Employer