Business Controller

• Hybrid Working Environment
• Career Progression

About Our Client

Our client is an established player in the industrial/manufacturing industry with a substantial presence across the Asia Pacific region. This large organization prides itself on its commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainability.

Job Description

Financial Analysis & Reporting:

• Oversee the financial closing process (IFRS and local), audits, and ICS processes in collaboration with the GBS Team.
• Responsible for preparing and submitting financial statements (both IFRS and local) and conducting cost analysis.
• Ensure adherence to group standards, policies, and directives.
• Fulfill all reporting requirements from the region and group.
• Analyze the financial performance of the region, providing actionable insights to improve or maintain financial profitability.
• Collaborate with the GBS controlling team to set regional standards aligned with group guidance.
• Report to the Regional CFO and Regional Management on the region's financial performance, including KPIs, shortfalls, and potential mitigation measures.
• Provide ad-hoc analysis as required by management.
• Oversee sales controlling, SCM controlling, overhead expense controlling, and operations controlling.
• Conduct monthly business reviews with countries to ensure financial targets are met.
• Identify and report risks and opportunities to the regional management team.
• Conduct post-investment reviews for M&A activities (if applicable).
• Review financing requests and assess dividend payouts.
• Own the target-setting and planning process for the annual budgeting cycle.
• Manage the budgeting process, including setting targets, monitoring progress, and supporting countries with ongoing reviews at Country, Area, and Regional levels.

People Coordination / Management:

• May coordinate and lead the GBS controlling staff, including areas like succession planning, training, coaching, communication, organizational development, and people development.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Business Controller should have:

• University degree or equivalent in Accounting or Business Administration.
• Professional accountancy certification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA) is desired.

Experience:

• 10 to 15 years of relevant accounting and system development experience in an industrial environment.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Familiarity with accounting for consolidated entities, cost accounting, and budgeting.
• Strong communication skills, with assertiveness in dealing with stakeholders.
• High attention to detail.
• Critical thinking and the ability to connect different aspects of business.

What's on Offer

• An attractive salary package in the range of MYR 108,000 to MYR 120,000.
• The opportunity to work in a hybrid work environment.
• A supportive company culture that encourages personal and professional growth.
• The chance to make a significant impact in a large organization within the industrial/manufacturing industry.

This is a remarkable opportunity for a Business Controller to join a respected company in Kuala Lumpur. If you meet the above criteria and are ready for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to apply today.