APAC Finance Controller (Malaysia) & Tax Lead

CLARIANT SPECIALTY CHEMICAL (M) SDN. BHD.; Selangor; On-site; MYR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

CLARIANT SPECIALTY CHEMICAL (M) SDN. BHD. is seeking a Finance Controller to oversee controlling activities across Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia, including cost center planning and month-end closing.

The role also covers Malaysia-specific accounting, tax reporting, and tax compliance. You will collaborate with GBS and support audits while driving process improvements. The ideal candidate holds a Finance/Accounting degree with 8+ years in an MNC, advanced Excel skills, and SAP experience.

Qualifications

• University degree in Finance or Accounting.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in an MNC.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with SAP.
• Some experience in Malaysian tax reporting.
• Ideally, experience working with a Shared Services Center.

Responsibilities

• Manage controlling activities: product costing, cost center planning, month-end closing for SG, MY, TH.
• Conduct monthly financial analysis of margin, SG&A and cost center expenses.
• Supervise commission and royalty processes; ensure accurate calculations.
• Ensure regional charge allocations are correct and timely.
• Oversee day-to-day accounting for Clariant Malaysia: AP, FA, cash, insurance.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Collaborate with GBS to ensure quality results and efficiency.
• Coordinate with GBS to execute finance processes on time with quality.
• Address controlling issues with Business Units and Functions.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and reporting (WHT, SST, CIT).

Education

Finance/Accounting degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

CLARIANT SPECIALTY CHEMICAL (M) SDN. BHD. is seeking a Finance Controller to oversee controlling activities across Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia, including cost center planning and month-end closing.

The role also covers Malaysia-specific accounting, tax reporting, and tax compliance. You will collaborate with GBS and support audits while driving process improvements. The ideal candidate holds a Finance/Accounting degree with 8+ years in an MNC, advanced Excel skills, and SAP experience.