Financial Controller (APAC)

JAC Recruitment Pte. Ltd.; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, a globally recognized multinational organization in medical and safety technology, seeks an experienced Finance Business Partner to support APAC markets. You will analyze revenue, margins, and working capital, delivering strategic insights and leading forecasts, budgets, and long-term plans.

You will consolidate regional results, ensure reporting accuracy, and collaborate with regional teams, HQ, and external advisors on accounting, tax, treasury, and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or related discipline.
• Professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in automation, digital transformation, or process improvements beneficial.
• At least 10 years in multinational corporations in FP&A, Financial Controlling, or Finance Leadership.
• Strong business acumen and ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• IFRS knowledge and experience with group reporting and consolidation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a finance business partner to APAC markets and units, analyzing revenue, profitability, margins, and working capital.
• Deliver actionable financial insights to support strategic decisions and identify risks and opportunities.
• Lead preparation, review, and challenge of forecasts, budgets, and long-term plans across APAC.
• Consolidate and analyze regional results for timely, accurate reporting.
• Oversee revenue recognition, expenses, assets, liabilities, and financial data integrity.
• Collaborate with regional teams, HQ, and external advisors on accounting, tax, treasury, and compliance.
• Support governance, controls, and continuous improvements in processes.
• Identify cost optimization and cash flow improvement opportunities and drive efficiency.
• Coordinate sustainability/ESG reporting across APAC.
• Partner with Marketing, Supply Chain, and Operations to drive performance.
• Lead finance transformation using automation, AI, RPA and other tech to boost efficiency.
• Utilize SAP ERP, SAP Concur; SAC exposure is a plus.

Skills

Analytical skills

Business acumen

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance/Accounting

CPA/ACCA/CFA or equivalent

Tools

SAP ERP

SAP Concur

SAP Analytics Cloud

Job description

Our client is a globally recognized multinational organization and a market leader in medical and safety technology solutions. With a strong commitment to innovation and protecting lives, the company develops advanced products and services that support healthcare professionals, emergency responders, and industrial workforces worldwide. Known for its high standards of quality, safety, and operational excellence, the organization offers a dynamic and collaborative environment for professionals looking to make a meaningful impact.

Your New Role

Serve as a trusted finance business partner to APAC markets and assigned business units, providing analysis and insights on revenue, profitability, margins, and working capital performance.

Deliver actionable financial insights to support strategic decision-making, while proactively identifying business opportunities and potential risks.

Lead the preparation, review, and challenge of financial forecasts, annual budgets, and long‑term business plans across the APAC region.

Consolidate and analyze regional financial results, ensuring timely and accurate reporting in line with corporate deadlines.

Oversee financial reporting activities, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of revenue recognition, expenses, assets, liabilities, and overall financial data.

Partner closely with regional finance teams, headquarters, and external advisors on accounting, tax, treasury, and compliance matters.

Ensure adherence to internal control frameworks and drive continuous improvements in governance, controls, and financial processes.

Evaluate financial performance and identify opportunities for cost optimization, cash flow enhancement, process efficiency, and working capital improvement.

Coordinate and support the preparation of sustainability and ESG‑related reporting requirements across the APAC region.

Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, including Marketing, Supply Chain, and Operations, to drive business performance and support strategic initiatives.

Champion finance transformation initiatives by leveraging automation, digitalization, RPA, AI, and other technology‑driven solutions to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Drive the effective utilization of SAP ERP, SAP Concur, and other finance systems to streamline processes and enhance reporting capabilities.

Key Qualifications for Success

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related discipline.

Professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, CFA, or an equivalent qualification is preferred.

Additional qualifications or experience in automation, digital transformation, or process improvement initiatives will be advantageous.

At least 10 years of relevant experience within multinational corporations, preferably in Finance Business Partnering, FP&A, Financial Controlling, Management Accounting, or Finance Leadership roles.

Strong business acumen and analytical capabilities, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and translate insights into actionable recommendations.

Sound understanding of IFRS and experience supporting group reporting and consolidation requirements.

Proven experience partnering with senior stakeholders and working closely with business functions to drive financial performance.

Strong automation mindset with practical experience leveraging AI solutions, automation tools, or digital technologies within finance functions.

Hands‑on experience with SAP ERP and SAP Concur; exposure to SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) would be an advantage.

Demonstrated track record of leading finance transformation, automation, or process improvement projects.

Proactive, solution‑oriented, and adaptable, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic and evolving business environment.

Excellent communication skills in English. Additional language capabilities will be considered an advantage.

Open to Malaysian Citizens and Permanent Residents only.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

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 much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• Do you have experience using SAP ERP?
• Have you completed a professional qualification in accounting?