APAC Finance Compliance Manager

Veralto Corporation; Selangor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is looking for an Audit Manager in Malaysia. You will lead initiatives to enhance financial processes and compliance, conduct audits, and work closely with senior management. The ideal candidate should have a degree in finance and experience in audit compliance. This position offers a dynamic work environment focused on continuous improvement, with travel expectations of 30%-50%. Join us to make a significant impact in a high-visibility region.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Inclusive work culture

Health and wellness programs

Qualifications

• 5-6 years’ experience in audit/compliance/controlling.
• Experience with Big 4 accounting firms is a plus.
• Strong background in general accounting and auditing.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute annual audits for regional locations.
• Review and self-assess business processes for risks.
• Implement financial processes and controls across operations.

Skills

Audit experience

Financial analysis

Interpersonal skills

Analytical problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Job description

About Us

Veralto launched in October 2023 as a $5 billion global leader in essential technologies with a bold vision for creating enduring positive impact for the world. Our operating companies are building on a long‑standing legacy of success, innovation, and deep customer trust as they work to create a safer, cleaner, more vibrant future. Veralto is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts with the 13 operating companies and 300+ locations worldwide. Our global team of 16,000 associates is committed to making an enduring positive impact on the world united by powerful purpose. Safeguarding the World’s Most Vital Resources™

Veralto’s Water Quality Companies – Hach, Chemtreat, Trojan Technologies, OTT Hydromet, Sea‑Bird Scientific, McCrometer, XOS & Acquatic Informatics – help to manage, treat, purify & protect the global water supply from municipal & wastewater treatment facilities to lakes, rivers, watersheds and oceans.

Our Product Identification companies – Videojet, Esko, X‑rite, Linx and Pantoe – help package and protect the world’s food, medicine and essentials through tracing and authenticating billions of goods that travel the global supply chain every day.

About Role

This position leads continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring Hach maintains world‑class financial processes and controls through examination and evaluation of internal control for business processes. Findings will be communicated to management with recommendations for improvements. Working closely with Hach senior leaders, business unit managers, and parent company (Veralto) personnel, the role realizes process improvement through partnership with the regional Finance team.

What You’ll Be Doing (Job Responsibilities)

• Design and perform and/or direct annual audits and balance sheet reviews for Hach regional locations.
• Review and perform periodic self‑assessments of business processes to identify potential risks/control weaknesses and improvement opportunities. Design and align on actions to mitigate those risks/control weaknesses for effective and efficient business processes and work with country finance leaders for timely execution.
• Implement best‑in‑class financial processes and controls across Hach’s operations.
• Provide support and follow‑up on the closure of audit issues, including monthly updates with Country Controllers and Country Managers.
• Review business units’ Anti‑Corruption Self Assessments and actively work with Hach’s Legal Department to develop ACP policies and programs.
• Drive global financial compliance activities with Country Controllers and Hach Corporate team.
• Drive the implementation of new accounting policies and standards, review and implementation of country‑level revenue recognition policies in the region. Be the “go‑to” team member for technical accounting questions for the region.
• Execute special projects as may be required such as investigations, etc.
• Provide periodic training, guidance and education to finance and cross‑functional teams on compliance activities like updated corporate policies, revenue recognition memos, etc.
• Drive the use of VES/ Lean Management Tools and continuous improvement within the Finance organization and the business.
• Challenge existing processes, systems, reports, data analysis and outputs and implement necessary changes to create a best‑in‑class control environment.
• Demonstrate strong leadership/management skills with the ability to influence others.
• Drive results with a sense of urgency.
• Demonstrate ability to build productive relationships with all levels of management.

Ability to Travel

30% - 50% of the time.

What We Are Looking For (Skills & Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 5‑6 years’ experience in audit/compliance/controlling, or equivalent.
• Experience working with Big 4 accounting firm, or equivalent – a plus.
• Strong background in general accounting, auditing and financial analysis; ability to implement best‑in‑class practices.
• Strong understanding of SOX Compliance.
• Knowledge of Accounting Standards & US GAAP.
• Strong interpersonal skills; able to serve as a business partner to coach and influence functional partners.
• Proficiency in financial analysis; able to identify variations and trends that indicate possible exposures and the need for countermeasures.
• Ability to write in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients and customers.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision, as well as in a team environment.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic and changing work environment and work in cross‑functional teams.
• Analytical/problem‑solving, excellent organizational, consultative, and problem‑solving skills.
• Must be detail oriented.

What’s in it for you:

You will play an integral part in shaping the Opco’s business in Malaysia, one of the strongest and highly visible regions with many untapped opportunities.

You will work with a team where the goal is to create an environment of continuous improvement, wellness, and open, honest, two‑way communication.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Veralto, we are dedicated to building and sustaining a truly diverse and inclusive culture. These are not just words on a page—Diversity and Inclusion is a top priority for the company, and it ties deeply to each of our core values. Veralto and all Veralto Companies are equal opportunity employers that evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law.

At Veralto, we value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.