Associate Finance Business Partner - Kuala Lumpur

Arla Foods Deutschland GmbH; Selangor; On-site; MYR 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Arla Foods is seeking an Associate Finance Business Partner to join their SEA Regional Office in Kuala Lumpur. This role involves leading forecasting processes, financial reporting, and accounting tasks while collaborating with various teams. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting, along with relevant experience and a strong analytical mindset.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant experience in financial reporting, forecasting or accounting.
• Good knowledge of reporting tools, especially Power BI is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the forecasting process for the SEA region and coordinate the central cost forecasting.
• Take ownership of accounting for our Malaysian entity, including month-end processes and audits.
• Support commercial performance reviews by delivering accurate and insightful reporting.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field

Tools

Power BI

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Associate Finance Business Partner - Kuala Lumpur

Location:

Selangor Darul Ehsan, MY

Associate Finance Business Partner

At Arla, we do so much more than make some of the world’s favourite dairy products. We make healthy taste delicious, mornings worth getting up for and family dinners unforgettable. As an Associate Finance Business Partner in our SEA Regional Office, you’ll play a key role in supporting regional reporting, forecasting and accounting processes while building strong relationships across markets and functions.

You’ll join a small, collaborative regional Finance team and work closely with our Finance Director and market finance teams across the region. This is your opportunity to grow in business partnering and shape how we drive financial performance.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead the forecasting process for the SEA region and coordinate the central cost forecasting
• Consolidation of the forecast data, which includes summarising key movements and working closely with the Finance Director and market Finance teams to review the data
• Support commercial performance reviews by delivering accurate and insightful reporting
• Drive continuous improvements and digitalisation of reporting processes, especially through Power BI
• Take ownership of accounting for our Malaysian entity, including month-end processes, balance sheet control, audits and financial projects (e.g. e-invoicing)

What we expect from you

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field
• 2–3 years of relevant experience in financial reporting, forecasting or accounting
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and the ability to see the bigger picture
• Good knowledge of reporting tools – Power BI experience is a plus
• Proactive and collaborative attitude, with the confidence to work cross-functionally and challenge the status quo

Ready to take the next step?
Apply online via www.arlafoods.com and let us know your availability and salary expectations.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Shape the Future of Dairy

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to producing high-quality products while championing sustainability and innovation. We're passionate about people and our planet, striving to unleash the full potential in each of us. Our goal is to make healthy dairy nutrition and good food habits accessible to all. Join us at Arla Foods and become part of a worldwide cooperative dedicated to making a significant impact on the planet and steering the dairy industry towards a sustainable future.

We are devoted to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Diversity and collaboration are key to our success, propelling us to new heights in the dairy industry.

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