Interim Head Of Treasury & Accounts - Apac (12 Months Contract)

Who We Are

Revantage is a global corporate services leader, delivering exceptional experiences to Blackstone portfolio companies and investments that enable them to thrive. As a global firm, Revantage provides a suite of service offerings with our best-in-class talent, processes, and technologies to support thousands of assets and billions in TEV across asset classes, including industrial, residential, hospitality, office, retail, and others.

Revantage Asia Pacific (with offices in Singapore and Sydney) is among three Revantage regions that also include Revantage North America and Revantage Europe.

What We Value: Our Culture

Creating a culture that inspires change, and momentum requires the right team. We know what it takes to lead an industry, and are looking for leaders who seek constant growth, want to excel, and continuously improve upon themselves and the industry. The culture at Revantage is built on our shared core values and commitment to be:

• Achievers – We expect high standards for ourselves and enable the success of our teams.

• Enthusiasts - We face challenges with optimism and believe anything is possible.

• Leaders - We commit to continuously improve our performance.

• Learners – We learn from our challenges, successes and the diversity of our people.

• Partners - We deliver value and positive impact to our partners.

Why This Role Is Valuable

This role is tasked with leading the Treasury function for Revantage Asia Pacific, ensuring the delivery of best-in-class cash management solutions to internal and external stakeholders, all while driving alignment with Revantage’s overarching organizational vision and strategic goals.

How This Role Adds Value

As a critical leadership role within the organization, the deliverables for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Leadership and Team Management: Provide strategic direction and effective management of the Treasury Operations and Accounts Payable/Receivable team, leveraging the Revantage APAC Centre of Excellence (COE) to meet organizational goals and deliver operational excellence.
• Stakeholder and Banking Relationships: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with Blackstone and its banking partners to ensure all Treasury requirements are met efficiently and effectively.
• Banking Counterparty Management: Lead the evaluation, selection, and onboarding of new banking counterparties, including managing Requests for Proposals and coordinating global banking services as required.
• Treasury Policy Oversight: Regularly review and refine the Treasury policy to ensure it remains aligned with organizational objectives and supports the needs of the wider group.
• Risk and Compliance Controls: Establish and maintain robust controls to ensure compliance with the Treasury policy, effectively managing risk and safeguarding the integrity of the Treasury function.
• Treasury Leadership: Act as the Treasury Subject Matter Expert, representing Treasury priorities with senior stakeholders and external partners while driving system and process innovation across the organization.
• Treasury Management System (TMS): Collaborate with technology teams to resolve TMS issues and lead the development and implementation of system enhancements to optimize Treasury operations.
• Bank Administration: Oversee critical banking processes, including account openings, user access management, and administration for Revantage APAC and Blackstone portfolio companies.
• Issue Resolution: Act as the escalation point for payment-related issues, driving timely and effective problem-solving to ensure seamless operations.
• Key supplier relationship maintenance.
• Internal Client Collaboration: Partner with internal stakeholders to deliver on commitments, resolve issues, and drive a culture of collaboration and service excellence.
• Key Team Responsibilities:

• Operational Excellence: Manage procure-to-pay processes, critical payments (e.g., deal funding, distributions, debt, interest, and tax), KYC/FACTA refreshes, supplier setups, expense claims, accounts payable close, and customer invoice processing. Ensure timely reporting and address ad-hoc queries.

• Data Integrity: Maintain accurate internal databases, including updates to bank accounts and authorized signatory changes.

• Team Leadership: Optimize team structure, recruit and develop talent, and foster a culture of continuous learning to build a high-performing, customer-focused team aligned with organizational goals.

What You Bring To The Role

• University degree in Accountancy/Finance or relevant discipline with 10-15 years in a Corporate Treasury/Cash Management function at a multinational corporation. Ideally the candidate should also possess exposure to or knowledge of middle/back-office operations and accounting/audit functions.
• 7+ years people management experience while providing hands on support, and coaching.
• An independent, resourceful, self-motivated individual with the ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
• Ability to maintain a high energy, positive, creative, solutions driven, client orientated, dynamic and responsive culture – influencing the team with a “Can-do” mind set.
• High level of behavioral awareness in self and others.
• Time management & organizational skills.
• Strong managerial skills including downward and upward management.
• Strong project management skills.
• Strong analytical skills & attention to detail.
• Flexible according to business requirements, manages stress well and uses it as a positive motivator.
• Fluent in English. Any other language will be an advantage.
• Demonstrated proficiency in financial software systems, with hands-on experience and in-depth knowledge of Treasury Management Systems. A strong understanding of the integration and interface between Treasury systems and ERP platforms is essential. Experience with Wall Street Systems (WSS) and Workday a significant plus.
• Proven experience in leading Treasury Management System implementations, enhancements, integrations, and related projects with a focus on successful outcomes.
• Proven experience in managing electronic cross-border and domestic wire transfers, with a deep understanding of SWIFT message standards and payment networks. Strong troubleshooting skills in this area are essential.
• Experience in maintaining / establishing Bank relationship, familiarity with opening bank accounts and preparing forms/letters related to bank account documentation (i.e. KYC, Letter of Direction).
• Experience in Management Reporting.
• Good understanding of financial instruments and products a plus.
• Excellent Interpersonal, communication and presentation skills to facilitate liaison within departments and creditors.