Mark Corley

Background

About Mark Corley

ASIA-PACIFIC FINANCE EXECUTIVE | VP OF FINANCE AT NIKKEI GLOBAL ORGANIZATIONS | ADJUNCT PROFESSOR With over 20 years of leadership in Japan and the ASEAN corridor, I serve as a strategic VP of Finance and business partner to CEOs across the Automotive, Housing, FMCG, and Industrial sectors. My career is defined by architecting financial strategies for multi-billion dollar Nikkei organizations including LIXIL, Akebono Brake, and MAHLE. I specialize in bridging the gap between Tokyo HQ strategy and high-growth markets in Manila, Jakarta, Bangkok, and Ho Chi Minh City. As a frequent CFO Speaker in Tokyo and an Adjunct Professor at the Graduate School level for Finance and Accounting, I am a recognized thought leader in advancing the "Finance as a Strategic Partner" model through Digital Transformation (DX) and ESG-driven value creation. CORE STRATEGIC PILLARS- VP OF FINANCE LEADERSHIP: Deep expertise in navigating the unique governance and stakeholder requirements of Japanese global headquarters. I specialize in aligning regional APAC performance with J-GAAP and HQ-driven long-term visions- DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION (DX) AND AI: Expert in leading Clean Core SAP S/4HANA migrations and architecting AI-driven predictive analytics to transform finance departments into engines of decision intelligence- M&A, PMI AND TURNAROUNDS: Proven track record in the full deal lifecycle. I have successfully led acquisitions and executed turnarounds of underperforming companies across Asia through rigorous Post-Merger Integration (PMI) and operational restructuring- ESG AND SUSTAINABLE FINANCE: I integrate ESG frameworks into financial strategy, ensuring sustainability is measured and audited to drive liquidity and investor confidence in line with 2030 corporate visions-"FLYING CFO" MOBILITY: I maintain a strategic base in Japan while spending 30 to 50 percent of my time on-site in regional offices to drive transparency and operational excellence across the ASEAN footprint. TECHNICAL AND ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS- Languages: Bilingual in English and Japanese - Certifications: USCPA Certified and CFA Candidate - Technical Mastery: IFRS, US-GAAP, and J-GAAP - Education: Executive MBA (Temple University); MA in Linguistics; BA (USC) MY PHILOSOPHY: Financial leadership at a global Nikkei company requires a balance of disciplined governance and rapid innovation. By mentoring the next generation of finance leaders as an Adjunct Professor and leading as a VP of Finance, I ensure Japanese industry leads through superior financial agility.