GROUP FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

YBS International Berhad; Simpang Ampat; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

YBS International Berhad is seeking a Financial Controller to lead the finance function for its Southern Malaysia operations in Penang, driving financial discipline and strategic insight. The role partners with operations and management to deliver actionable analysis and support growth through M&A initiatives.

Reporting to the Group CFO, you will strengthen controls, manage budgeting, forecasting, and compliance with MFRS, while developing finance teams across sites and shaping the

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.
• Strong knowledge of MFRS, taxation, and compliance.
• Proven experience in multi-site financial management.

Responsibilities

• 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 with variance reporting and corrective recommendations.
• Strengthen internal control frameworks across all sites and liaise with auditors and regulators.
• Partner with plant managers and functional heads to support decisions, including new initiatives, investments and M&A projects.
• Lead, mentor, and develop finance teams across Southern Malaysia.

Skills

Multi-site financial management

Communication

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Proactivity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

ACCA/CPA/CIMA/ICAEW preferred

Job description

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.