Finance Director- Eurasia Region (Pharma/FMCG)

This is a key regional leadership role responsible for ensuring robust financial governance, strategic support to business leaders, and continuous improvement of financial operations across multiple countries.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Business Partnering

• Work closely with the regional management team to provide insights on business performance, financial risks, and opportunities;
• Support commercial and operational decisions with sound financial analysis and forward-looking recommendations;
• Lead regular financial reviews and coordinate cross-functional discussions with sales, marketing, and supply chain teams;
• Foster a collaborative, agile approach between finance and business units.

Financial Control & Compliance

• Oversee all finance and accounting activities across the region, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and adherence to IFRS;
• Supervise the preparation of statutory and management accounts, ensuring alignment with global policies;
• Manage relationships with internal and external auditors, ensuring timely and high-quality audits;
• Strengthen internal control processes and ensure compliance with corporate governance standards.

Management Reporting & Analysis

• Deliver monthly management and group financial reports with clear analysis of key drivers and performance indicators;
• Ensure consistency and quality of financial data across all markets;
• Translate financial insights into clear actions for senior management and global stakeholders.

Planning & Forecasting

• Lead the full budgeting and forecasting cycle (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) across the Eurasia cluster;
• Monitor actual results versus budget, highlighting trends, risks, and areas for improvement;
• Support the business in identifying efficiency opportunities and optimizing resource allocation.

Treasury & Cash Management

• Manage liquidity, cash flow forecasting, and payment processes across the region;
• Improve treasury efficiency and ensure reliable cash forecasting and control;
• Coordinate with banks and HQ to align on funding and working capital initiatives.

Requirements:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 3–5 years in a Finance Director / CFO role;
• Background in pharma, FMCG, or manufacturing industries;
• Strong understanding of IFRS, financial planning, audit, and compliance;
• Experience managing multi-country financial operations (Eurasia / CIS preferred);
• Proficiency in SAP or 1C, with solid analytical and reporting skills (Power BI, Excel);
• Fluent English; proven ability to operate within an international matrix organization;
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities.

Location: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Scope: Eurasia (Central Asia, Caucasus, and adjacent markets)
Employment: Full-time, on-site

If you are an accomplished finance leader with both strategic vision and hands-on operational experience - this is a great opportunity to lead a regional finance function within a global, growing organization.