Business Controller

BTI Executive Search Pte Ltd; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading executive search firm is seeking an experienced Business Controller to oversee finance operations, lead a team, and provide commercial insights to support strategic decisions. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of progressive finance experience and strong analytical and stakeholder management skills. This role is based in Shah Alam, Malaysia and offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive experience in finance, with exposure to commercial finance and business controlling.
• Proven experience leading teams and managing finance operations end-to-end.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and influence decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage finance activities including financial planning, budgeting, and reporting.
• Provide commercial insights and analysis to drive business performance.
• Lead the finance team of 4-6 members ensuring performance and capability building.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and manage external partners.
• Drive continuous improvement across financial processes and identify automation opportunities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Financial leadership

Commercial finance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field

Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and highly driven Business Controller to lead the end-to-end finance function. This role will oversee all financial operations, drive commercial finance initiatives, and partner closely with the General Manager to support strategic decision‑making. The ideal candidate is a strong business partner, commercially astute, and capable of managing diverse stakeholders across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Leadership & Operations

Lead and manage the full spectrum of finance activities, including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, month‑end closing, reporting, and internal controls.

Oversee accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of all financial deliverables.

Ensure robust governance, risk management, and adherence to company policies and accounting standards.

2. Commercial Finance & Business Partnering

Provide commercial insights and analysis to drive business performance and profitability.

Support pricing strategies, margin analysis, investment modeling, and scenario planning.

Partner closely with the General Manager to support strategic business decisions and long‑term planning.

Develop and present financial insights to senior leadership and cross‑functional teams.

3. Team Management

Lead, coach, and develop a finance team of 4–6 members, ensuring strong performance, capability building, and continuous improvement.

Foster a collaborative and high‑performance finance culture.

4. Stakeholder Management

Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders across operations, sales, marketing, and supply chain.

Influence stakeholders to drive alignment, financial discipline, and accountability.

Manage relationships with auditors, external partners, and other relevant third parties.

5. Process Improvement & Systems

Drive continuous improvement across financial processes, reporting frameworks, and systems.

Identify opportunities for automation and increased efficiency.

Qualifications & Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field; professional certification (CPA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA) highly preferred.

8+ years of progressive experience in finance, with strong exposure to commercial finance and business controlling.

Proven experience leading teams and managing finance operations end‑to‑end.

Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem‑solving skills.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and influence decision‑making across all levels.

Your application will include the following questions

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Business Controller?
• How many years' experience do you have with forecasting for businesses?
• Have you worked in a role which requires experience with product pricing and costing strategy?
• Which of the following languages are you fluent in?