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Frédéric Tan

@frdrictan

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Finance Manager with 10 years of experience in MNC corporations.

Japan

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that offers opportunities for strategic financial leadership and team development.

I am a Finance Manager with a decade of experience in multinational corporations, specializing in translating complex financial data into actionable insights. My career has been marked by a commitment to building longstanding business partnerships with executives and banks, ensuring that financial strategies align with overarching business goals.

Currently, I lead a team at Mitsubishi Fuso in the APAC region, where I oversee Export Finance, Asset Management, and Risk Management. My role involves providing financial advisory for M&A projects and collaborating with CFOs across countries to align financials with strategic investment decisions. Previously, I established a new regional corporate finance team and implemented governance models and capital structure optimizations, demonstrating my ability to drive organizational change and enhance financial performance.

Throughout my career, I have successfully managed cash flow reporting and pension investments at Mercedes-Benz Japan, and have developed automated forecasting processes that significantly reduced variance. My diverse experience across various financial roles has equipped me with a robust skill set, enabling me to contribute effectively to any organization.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Finance Execution and Advisory APAC

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Mitsubishi Fuso

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 6 months)

Led a team of five, overseeing APAC Export Finance, Asset Management, and Risk Management. Provided financial advisory for M&A projects, post-merger integrations, due diligence, and scenario planning, partnering with country CFOs to align financials with business strategy and investment decisions.

Asset Management Risk Management M&A Due Diligence Team Leadership

Corporate Finance APAC

Mitsubishi Fuso

Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 6 months)

Led a new regional team covering APAC following a business spin-off, managing one staff member. Established new policies, governance models, and optimized capital structures while developing key bank relationships.

Corporate Finance Team Leadership Policy Development Governance Business Spin Off

Finance & Risk Management

Mercedes-Benz Japan

Jan 2018 - Present (7 years 6 months)

Led a team of two, responsible for Cash Flow Reporting, Pension Investments, and Financing. Implemented automated cash flow forecasting and reduced variance using RPA processes and BI Dashboards.

Cash Reporting Pension Investments Financing Dashboards Forecasting Risk Management Team Leadership

Treasury Advisor

Mercedes-Benz APAC

Jan 2015 - Present (10 years 6 months)

Managed risk for industrial and financial-services units, including leasing and financing. Oversaw the APAC debt portfolio, FX and rates hedging programs, and bank relationships, with assignments as Controlling Manager (Malaysia) and Treasury Manager (Korea).

Treasury Management Risk Management Portfolio Management Banking Relationships Financial Services

Finance Business Partner

Unilever

Jan 2013 - Present (12 years 6 months)

Managed free cash flow, FX exposure, financial forecast/reconciliation, and variance analysis. Streamlined and integrated operations from local offices to HQ, including change management and training initiatives.

Cash Flow Management Financial Forecasting Forecast Variance Analysis Reporting Change Management Training

Finance Analyst

Christian Dior

Jan 2011 - Present (14 years 6 months)

Designed financial costs KPI dashboards and prepared comprehensive reports and presentations for management. Analyzed financial data to provide actionable insights for strategic decision-making.

Financial Analysis KPIs Reporting Presentation Data Visualization Financial Modeling

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University Paris-Sorbonne

Master in Finance, Finance

Completed a Master's degree focusing on advanced financial concepts and practices. Gained expertise in financial analysis, risk management, and investment strategies.

University Paris-Sorbonne

Bachelor in Management, Management

Obtained a Bachelor's degree in Management, covering core business principles. Developed foundational knowledge in organizational behavior, marketing, and strategic planning.