Director of Finance, Americas Region - DP World - Charlotte, NC

About the Americas Region & The Role:
DP World Americas Inc. operates 9 deep sea marine terminals within the Americas Region; Prince Rupert, Vancouver, Nanaimo, Saint John (Canada); Caucedo (Dominican Republic); Paramaribo (Suriname); Callao (Peru); Buenos Aires (Argentina); and Santos, (Brazil – Embraport)). With an additional Greenfield concession in Posorja, Ecuador and an operating logistics center/free zone business in Caucedo.

The main purpose of this role is to lead the financial management of the Americas Region comprising of a portfolio of assets with an annual turnover of US$800m. The role is a key leadership position and requires someone who is keen to take the initiative and challenge of leading, motivating and developing staff at all levels to actively contribute as the Regional Function Head of Finance.

Experience & Qualifications:
Tertiary education plus a recognized financial qualification (ACA, ACCA CIMA, MBA etc);

A minimum of 10-15 years of a progressive finance career path of which at least 5 years must be at a senior management level in a large organization;

Understanding of business valuation and decision making;

Comprehensive experience in business analysis and development within the Ports industry;

Knowledge of IFRS;

Understanding and experience of stevedoring and container businesses;

Excellent communication skills in order to liaise effectively with senior management, government and banking officials;

Superior influencing skills; using direct and tailored influencing approaches, particularly when negotiating;

The ability to increase and maintain open and constructive relationships with others to proactively communicate but also respond to requests and be sensitive to cultural variations and differences;

Encourages and seeks opportunities (for himself/herself and others) to improve and innovate and implement changes to support the business;

Strong leadership acumen;

Advanced report writing and analytical skills;

Proven ability to manage a team of financial, accounting and administrative specialists;

Knowledge of finance and project finance in particular

Key Accountabilities:
Represent the Company on a variety of Boards and as Company Secretary, guiding their strategic direction. Liaison with Executive Board members to report on financial performance and funding of individual company’s within the portfolio. Developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with key stakeholders.

Ensure long term sustainable capital structure with committed financing is available to fund and facilitate activities and expansion plans.

Driving, overseeing and managing all aspects of accounting and financial reporting for the region. Developing and managing efficient and effective financial processes, policies and systems to ensure accuracy and timely reporting.

Coordinating the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts and financial plans, presenting them to Senior management.

Control over all legal material and financial issues raised by businesses and joint ventures within the region, with a view to reducing risk.

Oversee the capital appraisal process across the region, including review of Capex papers/AFE’s submitted to the region.

Involvement in all aspects of insurance activity and reporting.

Coach or mentor the regional terminal finance teams to develop their skills and knowledge and help them work efficiently and effectively towards future opportunities and succession plans.

Monitor cash flow requirements and take appropriate action.

Create profit improvement plans, analyse trends and produce regular reports for Americas Regional Office and Dubai Head Office.

Ensure all statutory requirements of the Company are correctly implemented.

Other Information:
Note: you will be required to attach the following:
1. Resume/ C.V.

2. Passport-size photograph