Financial Controller (Open to Auditors)

Randstad Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational company in Malaysia is seeking a highly motivated and hands-on Financial Controller. This role includes managing finance functions, ensuring compliance with group policies, and mentoring a finance team. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive remuneration package, career development opportunities, and exposure to regional finance activities.

Benefits

Challenging and rewarding role

Exposure to regional finance activities

Career development opportunities

Competitive remuneration and benefits

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years relevant experience, including audit in a Big 4.
• Strong technical knowledge in IFRS/MFRS and Malaysian tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee finance and accounting operations.
• Ensure compliance with financial reporting standards.
• Coordinate budgeting and forecasting processes.

Education

Bachelor Degree

Job description

Job Title: Financial Controller
Location: Malaysia
Reports to: CFO

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and hands-on Financial Controller to join a leading multinational company based in Malaysia. This role is ideal for a dynamic individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is comfortable rolling up their sleeves, and is passionate about building strong financial foundations. The successful candidate will lead a small team and be responsible for managing the full spectrum of finance and accounting functions while ensuring compliance with group policies and local statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee day-to-day finance and accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed assets.

• Ensure timely and accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing and financial reporting in accordance with local statutory requirements and group reporting standards (IFRS/MFRS).

• Manage the preparation of management reports, financial analysis, variance analysis, and cost control initiatives to support business decisions.

• Coordinate the budgeting and forecasting process and monitor performance against targets.

• Work closely with auditors, tax agents, and other external stakeholders to ensure compliance with audit, tax, and regulatory obligations.

• Drive process improvements and implement internal controls to enhance financial governance and operational efficiency.

• Support business units and commercial teams with financial insights and ad-hoc analysis as required.

• Take ownership of local statutory financial statements and tax submissions, including transfer pricing compliance.

• Collaborate with regional and group finance teams to ensure consistency and alignment with corporate objectives.

• Mentor and develop a small team of finance professionals, fostering a high-performance and collaborative culture.

Key Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, ICAEW or equivalent is mandatory.

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, including audit experience in a Big 4 accounting firm. Commercial finance experience in an MNC environment is an advantage.

• Strong technical knowledge in financial reporting standards (IFRS/MFRS) and Malaysian tax regulations.

• Proven ability to be hands-on, detail-oriented, and capable of managing operational finance responsibilities independently.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departments and cultures.

• High level of integrity, accountability, and adaptability.

What We Offer

• A challenging and rewarding role within a globally recognized MNC.

• Exposure to regional and group-level finance activities.

• Career development opportunities with a strong learning environment.

• Competitive remuneration and benefits.

If you are keen on this role, do apply via this link or reach out to bryant at 0164140218

skills

no additional skills required

qualifications

no additional qualifications required

education

Bachelor Degree