GL Controller

Kerry Group; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global company in taste and nutrition is seeking a skilled professional to oversee RTR controls and enhance service delivery. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in general ledger and RTR, with strong people leadership abilities. This role requires a degree in accounting and experience in process improvement. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to drive digital transformation initiatives and be part of a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in GL / RTR within FMCG or multinational environments.
• 3–4+ years of people leadership experience.
• Digitally savvy with skills in finance transformation and analytics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger controls to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Lead month-end close and manage internal audits.
• Coach and develop team members to execute RTR activities effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Technical accounting

Process improvement

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Degree in Accounting or related finance field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Description

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

The role oversees RTR controls, month-end close, audits, and technical accounting while guiding and supporting the team. It provides strong people leadership, ensures high-quality service delivery, drives digital and continuous improvement initiatives, and partners with stakeholders to enhance collaboration, reporting efficiency, and overall service excellence.

Reporting To RTR Manager (Europe)

Work Location

1Powerhouse, PJ (5mins walk from MRT Bandar Utama)

Working Hours

2pm to 11pm/3pm to 12am MYT (day light savings)

Key responsibilities

RTR Controls, Delivery & Governance

• Oversee general ledger controls to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Lead month-end close, including journals, balance sheet reconciliation review, and P&L analysis.
• Keep the balance sheet in good shape by guiding and enabling the team on reconciliations, corrective actions, and technical accounting matters.
• Act as both an enabler and hands‑on contributor, executing critical GL and reconciliation tasks, audits, and month‑end close activities when required.
• Support month-end close activities in line with Ireland working hours to ensure timely reporting.
• Manage internal and external audits through structured guidance and delegation, enabling the team to deliver quality outputs.
• Act as key contact for group reporting, technical accounting matters, and audit‑related queries.

People Leadership & Talent Management

• Lead the team through effective delegation, assigning responsibilities clearly while maintaining oversight and accountability.
• Coach, develop, and guide team members to enable them to execute high‑risk and complex RTR activities effectively.
• Actively manage team engagement and workplace experience, ensuring a motivated and stable workforce.
• Foster a positive workplace experience aligned with global hybrid working expectations.
• Ensure balanced workload distribution, cross‑training, and succession planning.
• Support learning and development initiatives to enable growth and capabilities across the team.

Service Delivery & Performance Management

• Deliver high‑quality RTR services under tight deadlines, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Uphold process standards and service excellence, enabling consistent delivery and avoiding critical audit findings.

Finance Transformation & Continuous Improvement

• Lead and support Continuous Improvement (CI) and Digital Enablement (e.g., RPA) projects with measurable impact, enabling the team to work smarter and more efficiently.
• Drive process improvements that enable faster, more accurate reporting and reduce manual effort.
• Champion adoption of digital tools, automation, and standard processes, acting as an enabler for the team.
• Support future finance transformations, migrations, and expansion of scope, enabling smooth transitions and effective change management.
• Embed a continuous improvement and enabling mindset across the team.

Stakeholder & Partnership Management

• Partner with internal and external stakeholders in an agile way to enable collaboration, enhance service delivery, and achieve positive CSAT outcomes.
• Support sustainability and CSR initiatives aligned with Kerry Financial Services.

Qualifications and skills

• Preferably a Degree in Accounting or related finance field (ACA / ACCA / CIMA preferred).
• Preferably 10+ years of experience in GL / RTR within FMCG, shared services, or multinational environments.
• At least 3–4+ years of people leadership experience.
• Digitally savvy with enabler skills, including finance transformation, process improvement, automation, and analytics.
• Strong technical accounting and balance sheet management knowledge.
• SAP experience BPC / group reporting exposure is an advantage.
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive results in a fast‑paced, digital environment.

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non‑Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.

Candidates must be resident in Malaysia, or have the right to work in Malaysia.