Finance / Accounting Manager

Mettler-Toledo International, Inc; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Mettler-Toledo International, Inc in Malaysia seeks a senior financial leader to oversee accounting, reporting, budgeting, and governance within a shared service context.

You will lead a finance team, drive process improvements, ensure GAAP compliance, and collaborate with global stakeholders to enable strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting; CPA or equivalent preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in financial management, ideally in shared service centres.
• Proficient in financial software, ERP systems, and advanced Excel; Hyperion knowledge is a plus.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, regulatory compliance, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee accounting activities in line with GAAP and approved policies.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting for IT, HR, and back office operations.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and variance analyses tied to KPIs and budgets.
• Oversee financial statements preparation and provide insights for strategic decisions.
• Drive process optimization and efficiency across the shared service centre.
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team and manage vendor relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Budgeting

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting

CPA or relevant certification

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Hyperion

Job description

About Mettler Toledo

METTLER TOLEDO is a global leader in precision instruments and services. We are renowned for innovation and quality across laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and retailing applications. Our sales and service network is one of the most extensive in the industry. Our products are sold in more than 140 countries, and we have a direct presence in approximately 40 countries. For more information, please visit www.mt.com.

Our Opening and Your Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership

• Manage, control, and ensure that organisation’s accounting activities and procedures conform to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Ensure that all financial transactions are handled and processed in-line with the approved policies and procedures.
• Prepare the monthly financial reports with all needed financial and costing analysis comparing with Budget and KPIs
• Prepare financial analysis for contract negotiations and other relevant purposes.
• Oversee the daily operations of the finance department.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Decision Making

• Acts independently in performing core work functions requiring the application of knowledge, skills and professional judgement within the Mettler-Toledo policies and guidelines framework.
• Consults with his/her superior to agree on a suitable course of action in matters that are sensitive, high-risk, or business critical.
• Responsible for managing the design and coordination of workflows and project paths, as well as the deployment of team members, tasks, and allocated resources to ensure the achievement of business outcomes.

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Collaborate with department heads to develop and manage annual budgets and forecasts for IT, HR, and Back Office Operations.
• Monitor and analyse budget variances, providing actionable insights.

Financial Reporting

• Lead the preparation and analysis of financial statements in compliance with accounting standards.
• Generate detailed financial reports, providing meaningful insights to support strategic decision-making.

Process Optimization and Efficiency

• Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency improvements within the shared service centre.
• Implement best practices to streamline financial processes, ensuring accuracy and effectiveness.
• Establish and implement short-range and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures.
• Recommend benchmarks for measuring the financial and operating performance of divisions and departments.

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Provide guidance on complex financial matters and support professional growth.

Vendor and Service Provider Management

• Collaborate with vendors and third-party service providers to optimize cost-effective and high-quality services.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements, ensuring alignment with financial objectives.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure that financial controls are in place at the respective functions and provide recommendations for procedural improvements.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, company policies, and internal controls.
• Develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate financial risks associated with operations.

Integration of Financial Systems

• Work closely with IT teams to optimize financial systems and ensure seamless integration with other business processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any system-related issues promptly.

People Development and Management

• Clearly and concisely communicate business and area objectives to team leaders so that they remain well informed of business activity and of their required contribution across the business units.
• Take charge of recruitment and ensure effective induction for new team members, monitoring ongoing performance needs.
• Manage performance and development of team.
• Plan for succession in the Business Area through the identification of individuals with potential for development and growth.

What You Need to Succeed

Key Behavioural Competencies Required

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Analytical and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Proven problem-solving skills, adept at launching and managing projects
• Strong knowledge in driving digitalisation and automation initiatives for continuous operations enhancement and improvements
• High achievement motivation
• Culturally sensitive

Technical Skills, Knowledge and Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA or relevant certification preferred.
• Proven experience (10+ years) in financial management, preferably within shared service centres
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficient in financial software, ERP systems, and advanced Excel skills.
• Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems such as Hyperion system
• Knowledge of Government financial regulations
• Good organisational experience with the ability to prioritise conflicting workloads and work to deadlines

Our Offer to You

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a global leader in precision instruments and services.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We promote equal opportunity worldwide and value diversity in our teams in terms of business background, area of expertise, gender and ethnicity. For more information on our commitment to Sustainability, Diversity and Equal Opportunity please visit us [1] here.

References

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• 1. https://www.mt.com/us/en/home/microsites/sustainability/reporting.html