Finance Controller

PHONGSAVANH GROUP (MALAYSIA) SDN. BHD.; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

PHONGSAVANH GROUP (MALAYSIA) SDN. BHD. seeks a seasoned Finance Controller to lead accounting, reporting and compliance for the Malaysian entity, partnering with cross-border head office.

You will build end-to-end financial processes, manage month-end close, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow, and drive internal controls and governance across the group. This hands-on role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels while ensuring

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or Finance; MIA member with ACCA/CPA/CA/CIMA or equivalent.
• 8+ years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a controller or finance manager role.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and treasury.
• Experience in project feasibility studies, financial modelling, investment analysis and CAPEX evaluation.
• Leadership, people management and business partnering capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• SSC exposure is an advantage; proficient in Excel with financial modelling.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Finance and Accounting functions, ensuring statutory compliance.
• Act as a strategic business partner by providing financial insights for decisions.
• Manage full accounting cycle, month-end close and monthly management accounts.
• Support business expansion and strategic corporate initiatives as required.
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and strategic financial plans to drive growth.
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis with corrective actions.
• Conduct profitability analysis, investment appraisal and CAPEX evaluation.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial transactions and records.
• Oversee payroll and statutory contributions (EPF, SOCSO, EIS, PCB).
• Manage cash flow, working capital, banking facilities, and treasury functions.
• Establish and maintain internal controls and approvals aligned with group standards.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cash flow management

Treasury

Internal controls

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

MIA/ACCA/CPA/CA/CIMA membership

Tools

Excel modelling

MS Office

Job description

The Role
Reporting locally to the Managing Director, you will own all accounting, reporting, tax and compliance for the Malaysian entity. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who can build processes from the ground up and work comfortably with a cross-border head office.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and oversee the overall Finance and Accounting functions of the company, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and company policies

Act as a strategic business partner and advisor to Management by providing financial insights and recommendations to support decision-making

Manage the full accounting cycle, month-end close and delivering management accounts on a monthly basis

Support business expansion and other strategic corporate initiatives when required

Develop and implement strategic financial management plans, annual budgets, business plans, and financial forecasts to support business growth

Lead the annual budgeting process, forecasting, and variance analysis, providing recommendations for corrective actions

Conduct financial analysis, profitability analysis, investment appraisal, and project feasibility studies for new business initiatives and capital expenditures

Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of all financial transactions and accounting records

Oversee payroll and statutory contributions (EPF, SOCSO, EIS, PCB)

Manage cash flow, working capital, banking facilities, and treasury functions to maintain healthy financial performance

Establish and maintain internal controls, policies, and approval procedures aligned with Group standards

Job Requirements

Degree in Accounting or Finance; member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA), with ACCA, CPA, CA, CIMA or equivalent

[8+] years of accounting experience, with at least [3] years in a controller or finance manager role

Strong knowledge of full set of accounts, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and treasury functions

Strong knowledge of internal controls, corporate governance, financial risk management, and statutory compliance

Experience in project feasibility studies, financial modelling, investment analysis, and CAPEX evaluation

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills

Excellent leadership, people management, and business partnering capabilities

Good communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels

Knowledge and exposure of Shared Services Center (SSC) is an advantage

Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with strong financial modelling capabilities