Financial Controller (Manufacturing)(KD)

Michael Page; Selangor; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting agency is seeking an experienced Financial Controller for a prominent player in the manufacturing sector in Malaysia. The role requires a strong background in cost accounting, tax compliance, and financial planning, with a minimum of 8 years' experience. Responsibilities include developing costing models, managing tax compliance, leading budgeting processes, and ensuring internal controls. The company offers a competitive salary ranging from MYR 10,000 to MYR 19,000, along with comprehensive benefits and opportunities in a structured professional environment.

Benefits

Competitive monthly salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities within the manufacturing industry

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in cost accounting, tax compliance, and financial planning.
• Strong knowledge of costing methodologies, tax regulations, and budgeting principles.
• A track record of managing accounting and finance teams successfully.
• Experience in the manufacturing industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop standard costing models and provide profitability insights.
• Manage corporate and indirect taxes, ensure compliance, and coordinate audits.
• Lead annual budgets and quarterly forecasts, aligning financial plans with operational goals.
• Prepare ROI and payback analyses to support strategic initiatives.
• Ensure internal control compliance and drive process improvements.

Skills

Costing methodologies

Tax regulations

Budgeting principles

ERP systems

Excel

Power BI

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Professional certification (ACCA, CPA, or equivalent)

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Financial Controller (Manufacturing)(KD)

Responsibilities

• Costing & Profitability - Develop standard costing models; analyse variances; provide product/customer profitability insights; build cost models for new products and scenarios.
• Tax Compliance - Manage corporate and indirect taxes; ensure transfer pricing compliance; monitor tax law changes; coordinate audits and maintain documentation.
• Budgeting & Forecasting - Lead annual budgets and quarterly forecasts; align financial plans with operational goals; create scenario and sensitivity models.
• Business Case Development - Prepare ROI and payback analyses; support strategic initiatives with cost-benefit and risk assessments; present recommendations to management.
• Controls & Reporting - Ensure internal control compliance; prepare management reports; drive process improvements and automation.
• Internal Audit - Plan and execute audits; identify control weaknesses; recommend and monitor corrective actions.
• Strategic Advisory - Collaborate with legal and commercial teams on tax and financial clauses; advise on tax‑efficient structures and incentives.
• Governance & Compliance - Maintain adherence to company policies, regulatory requirements, and best practices across all financial functions.

Professional Career Growth - Company with growing presence

• A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as ACCA, CPA, or equivalent is advantageous.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in cost accounting, tax compliance, and financial planning.
• Strong knowledge of costing methodologies, tax regulations, and budgeting principles.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems and Excel/Power BI.
• A track record of managing accounting and finance teams successfully.
• Experience in the manufacturing industry is preferred.

The hiring company is a large organisation within the manufacturing sector, recognised for its impactful presence and commitment to operational excellence. The company provides a professional working environment and values expertise in accounting and finance.

Benefits

• Competitive monthly salary ranging from MYR 10000 to MYR 19000.
• Opportunities to work within the manufacturing industry.
• Permanent employment with a structured and professional environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package to support your wellbeing.