GROUP FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

YBS International Berhad; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

YBS International Berhad, a fast-growing public-listed company, seeks a Financial Controller for its Penang operations. The role leads all finance and accounting functions across the Southern region, ensuring financial discipline, strong controls, and performance insights in support of growth and M&A initiatives.

The ideal candidate has 10–15 years in manufacturing/EMS finance, with 5+ years in leadership, and solid knowledge of MFRS and taxation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional qualifications (ACCA, CPA, CIMA, ICAEW) preferred.
• 10-15 years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years in leadership roles within manufacturing/EMS.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis for southern Malaysia operations.
• Strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance with MFRS and audit requirements.
• Partner with plant managers and heads of functions to drive profitability and strategic initiatives (including M&A).
• Consolidate financial performance for group reporting and manage cash flow and working capital.
• Lead, mentor and develop finance teams across sites and ensure timely, accurate reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

ACCA/CPA/CIMA/ICAEW preferred

Job description

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YBS International Berhad is a fast-growing, public-listed company with diversified operations in precision engineering, electronics manufacturing services (EMS), and advanced assembly solutions. We are actively expanding through strategic mergers and acquisitions (M&A), strengthening our regional footprint and driving sustainable growth.

Joining YBS means becoming part of a forward-looking organization that values innovation, operational excellence, and global collaboration.

The Financial Controller will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial performance of YBS’s Penang operations. This role ensures financial discipline, compliance, and operational efficiency while supporting group-wide strategies and business growth, including expansion through mergers and acquisitions (M&A).

You will act as a strategic partner to operations and management, delivering insights, strengthening controls, and driving continuous improvement in financial performance.

Lead the full spectrum of finance and accounting functions for the Southern region.

Ensure timely, accurate reporting in compliance with MFRS and group policies.

Consolidate financial performance across sites for Group CFO reporting.

Monitor cash flow, working capital, and cost structures to sustain growth.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis

Drive annual budgets and rolling forecasts.

Provide variance analysis with corrective recommendations.

Partner with operational leaders to enhance profitability.

Internal Controls & Compliance

Strengthen internal control frameworks across all sites.

Ensure adherence to statutory regulations and audit requirements.

Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, and regulators.

Business Partnering

Collaborate with plant managers and functional heads to support decisions.

Provide financial leadership in new initiatives, investments, and M&A projects.

Align reporting standards with Group Financial Controller (Penang).

Lead, mentor, and develop finance teams across Southern Malaysia.

Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and high performance.

Ensure succession planning and talent development.

Qualifications & Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Professional qualifications (ACCA, CPA, CIMA, ICAEW) preferred.

10-15 years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years in leadership roles within manufacturing/EMS.

Strong knowledge of MFRS, taxation, and compliance.

Proven experience in multi-site financial management.

Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Analytical, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.