Director, GBS Treasury (APAC & AMEI)

Job description

ALBS is an Air Liquide entity in Kuala Lumpur, regrouping for the APAC scope its Business Service Centers (Kuala Lumpur and Shanghai) as well as the two Global Functions (IT, Digital and Procurement). Designed to derive optimal value by better leveraging technology, people and competencies, the ultimate goal is to boost efficiency and deliver outstanding and sustainable performance while keeping a strong focus on customer centricity. This Organization is striving for excellence, adopting the Best in Class models to deliver value through simplification and standardization of processes, while adhering to Internal controls and compliance requirements. At Air Liquide, we aren't just integrating functions; our Global Business Services (GBS) is the strategic engine driving our global transformation. With APAC hubs spanning from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai and Pune, we are building a unified, world-class governance structure that turns service delivery into a strategic advantage. The Director, GBS Treasury (APAC & AMEI) will provide overall strategic direction, operational leadership, and high-performance management for the GBS Treasury operations across the APAC region and the AMEI region through our Global Capability Center. This role is responsible for directing all cash management, short-term funding and investments, foreign exchange (FX), interest rate management, banking relationships, and treasury accounting operations. Working closely with the Corporate Treasury Center of Excellence (CoE), Hub Treasury, and local business units, the Director will champion digital transformation, continuous improvement, system implementations, and strict internal controls to optimize liquidity, reduce operational risk, and support the organization’s strategic growth. How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? The Mandate & Strategic Pillars: 1. Architecting Regional Strategy & Liquidity Architect Strategic Alignment: Implement and drive the Treasury vision and strategy for APAC and GCCI, ensuring strict alignment with Global Treasury, Hub Treasury, and GBS objectives. Optimize Capital Allocation (Liquidity & Cash Management): Oversee regional cash concentration, daily/weekly/monthly cash flow forecasting, cash pooling, short-term investments, and intercompany financing to ensure adequate working capital. Mitigate Financial Risk : Manage FX exposure and interest rate instruments in conjunction with the Corporate Finance CoE; build and maintain robust FX and hedging operational workflows. Spearhead Regional Expansion & Onboarding : Lead and support the establishment of new legal entities, banking structures, and regional business expansions. Drive Banking & Payment Innovation : Oversee bank account management and banking relationships. Drive the implementation of modern payment technologies (e.g., ACH debit, electronic wallets, fast payments, corporate cards) and new bank technologies to simplify operations. 2. Operational Excellence, Governance & Audit Govern Treasury Accounting & Closing : Supervise daily cash operations, bank reconciliations, payment validations/approvals, and month/quarter/year-end closing and financial reporting. Enforce SLA & KPI Management : Define, monitor, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) against Service Level Agreements (SLAs). Lead periodic service review meetings with key stakeholders. Institutionalize Controls, Audit & Fraud Prevention: Ensure strict compliance with the Internal Control Framework, company policies, tax/legal regulations, and safety/quality standards. Act as a thought leader in maintaining a fraud-free environment, while coordinating internal/external audit processes. Orchestrate Cross-Functional Synergy : Serve as the key liaison between GBS Treasury and internal partners across AR, AP, R2R, Legal, Tax, IT, Business Units, and Executive Leadership. 3. Driving Digital Transformation & Innovation Drive Transition Management: Oversee the smooth transition of treasury processes, tools, and resource allocation from local in-country teams into the GBS center. Champion Digitalization & Automation : Champion automation, process mining, Data & Analytics adoption, and Treasury Management System (TMS)/ERP enhancements in partnership with IT and Business Systems teams. Process Standardization : Apply continuous improvement and LEAN methodologies to standardize workflows across process towers and regions, driving efficiency and quality. 4. Cultivating a High-Performance Culture Cultivate People & Mentorship : Direct, mentor, and cultivate a high-performing team of 25 professionals (managers, supervisors, and analysts) across APAC and GCCI. Optimize Resource Planning : Optimize organizational structure and resource allocation to handle activity fluctuations, ensuring appropriate staffing levels to meet quality standards. Elevate Talent Development: Conduct regular performance reviews, establish clear career cultivation paths, execute staff rotation initiatives, and foster an open, peer-feedback culture. Are you a MATCH? The Executive Profile & Qualifications Treasury Mastery: 12+ years of progressive experience in treasury, cash management, and financial operations within a multinational corporation. Regional GBS Leadership : 5–6+ years of direct managerial experience leading multi-country treasury teams within a large-scale Shared Services Center (SSC/GBS) or capability center environment in the APAC region. Transformation Execution : Proven success in leading continuous improvement initiatives, system implementations (TMS/ERP), and migration/transition projects. Technical Knowledge & Core Competencies Subject Matter Mastery : Deep hands-on knowledge of cash concentration, liquidity structures, cash pooling, hedging (FX/Interest Rates), and advanced treasury tools. Digital & Systems Acumen : Strong familiarity with Treasury Management Systems (TMS), ERPs, financial modeling, and modern automation tools (RPA, process mining, data analytics). Financial & Regulatory Standards : Solid understanding of accounting principles, IFRS, and local tax/legal frameworks across APAC countries. Leadership & Team Building : Authentic team builder skilled at talent development, resource optimization, and driving engagement across diverse and matrixed teams. Strategic Communication : Ability to communicate complex treasury concepts, present to executive stakeholders, and build cross-functional networks. Agility & Problem-Solving : High business acumen with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Credentials: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field required. MBA or MS in Finance/Economics preferred. Certifications: Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) or Certified Cash Manager (CCM) #LI-ML1 About Air Liquide A world leader in gases, technologies and services for Industry and Health, Air Liquide is present in 78 countries with approximately 64,500 employees and serves more than 3.8 million customers and patients. Oxygen, nitrogen and hydrogen are essential small molecules for life, matter and energy. They embody Air Liquide’s scientific territory and have been at the core of the company’s activities since its creation in 1902. Our Differences make our Performance At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.