Business Controller

Michael Page; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 108,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the industrial/manufacturing industry is looking for a Business Controller in Kuala Lumpur. This role involves overseeing financial processes, preparing reports, and coordinating financial activities across various regions. An excellent opportunity to drive significant financial insights and lead a dedicated team in a supportive work environment is offered. Candidates with substantial experience and a related degree are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Hybrid Working Environment

Career Progression

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• 10 to 15 years of relevant accounting and system development experience.
• Familiarity with accounting for consolidated entities.

Responsibilities

• Oversees financial closing process and audits, ensuring adherence to group standards.
• Prepares financial statements and conducts cost analysis.
• Analyzes financial performance and provides actionable insights.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Cost accounting

Budgeting

Education

University degree in Accounting or Business Administration

Professional accountancy certification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

• 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.