Regional Finance Controller - Malaysian Expat [ Palembang ]

Michael Page; Palembang; On-site; IDR 200,000,000 - 300,000,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the plantation sector is seeking a seasoned Finance Controller to lead their finance team. This role requires extensive experience in financial management, particularly in the plantation industry, with a strong emphasis on leadership and compliance. The successful candidate will oversee accounting practices, manage treasury functions, and ensure robust financial reporting. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with executive management and contribute to strategic decision-making. If you are a driven finance professional with a passion for the plantation sector, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Allowances

Accommodation provided

Qualifications

• More than 15 years of experience in finance leadership roles.
• Minimum Bachelor Degree with CPA or CMA qualification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting, reporting, and compliance with IFRS.
• Manage treasury functions and maintain cash flow integrity.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Reporting

Risk Management

Communication in Mandarin

English Proficiency

Education

Bachelor Degree

CPA or CMA qualification

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is a multinational plantation company with multiple sites in Indonesia. They are looking to onboard an experienced FC with a background in plantation to lead their finance team.

Job Description

• Assist in preparing business plans and managing capital requests and budgeting processes.
• Oversee accounting and reporting under IFRS, ensure accurate balance sheet reconciliations, and support audits and compliance with local and HQ standards.
• Supervise treasury functions, maintain cash flow integrity, prepare forecasts, and manage funding and banking relationships.
• Support executive decisions, manage third-party finance functions, oversee transaction systems, and promote operational best practices.
• Drive risk mitigation, enforce internal controls, support audits, and follow up on identified issues.
• Oversee tax filings, provisions, transfer pricing, dispute resolutions, and compliance with new regulations.
• Report financially to local and group management, and maintain strong relationships with auditors and the internal team.

The Successful Applicant

• Malaysian
• Minimum Bachelor Degree, with qualification in CPA or CMA
• Proven leadership position as FC or equivalent
• More than 15 years of experience
• Preferably candidate with background in palm oil or plantation
• Able to communicate in Mandarin (Liaise with China office)
• Fluent in English language, both oral and written
• Placement in Palembang, South Sumatra office

What's on Offer

• Reporting to Group CFO
• Allowances and accommodation are provided to the successful applicant