Group Financial Controller (PLC)

Zohorecruit; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Zohorecruit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, seeks an experienced finance leader to oversee group consolidation, FP&A, and regulatory reporting. You will lead closing processes for multiple entities, provide strategic financial insights, and mentor a finance team in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires IFRS knowledge, extensive consolidation experience, and strong ERP and reporting skills. A path to impact and process improvements awaits in this senior position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting or related field.
• ACCA/ACA/CPA qualification is highly preferred.
• Experience with IFRS and local GAAP required.
• Experience with multi-entity group consolidations and ERP implementations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and consolidation of group financial statements under IFRS and local standards.
• Oversee quarterly and annual closes across subsidiaries and entities.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning including M&A support.
• Provide cost-benefit analyses, scenario modelling, and KPI tracking.
• Coordinate intercompany reconciliations and eliminations; manage audits.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial modelling

IFRS knowledge

ERP systems familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

ACCA/ACA/CPA qualification

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

• Country Malaysia

Job Description

1. Group Consolidation

Lead the preparation and consolidation of group financial statements, ensuring full compliance with IFRS and relevant local accounting standards.

Oversee quarterly and annual closing activities across multiple subsidiaries and business entities.

Perform variance analysis against budgets and forecasts, providing clear financial insights to management.

Manage intercompany reconciliations, ensuring accurate elimination of intercompany transactions.

2. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Drive the group’s budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes, including support for M&A and corporate finance initiatives.

Provide strategic financial insights through cost-benefit analyses, scenario modelling, and performance tracking.

Monitor financial KPIs and recommend actions to address performance gaps.

3. Compliance & Reporting

Ensure adherence to all statutory and regulatory reporting requirements across all operating jurisdictions.

Prepare and present board-level financial reports, highlighting key risks and opportunities.

Coordinate and manage external audit processes to ensure timely completion.

Lead and mentor a team of finance professionals, fostering skill development and performance excellence.

Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the finance function.

Requirements

Educational Background:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
  
• Professional qualification (ACCA, ACA, CPA, or equivalent) is highly preferred.
  

Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in finance, with at least 3-5 years in a senior financial management or controller role.
  
• Proven experience in group financial consolidation, particularly in a multi-entity environment.
  
• Demonstrable experience with ERP and financial systems implementation. Familiarity with systems like SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics is an advantage.
  
• Previous experience with system upgrades and process automation is desirable.
  

Technical Skills:

• Advanced Excel skills and financial modelling expertise.
  
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS, local GAAP) and financial reporting requirements.
  
• Familiarity with financial planning software and data visualisation tools.
  

Personal Attributes:

• Proven ability to lead, inspire, and manage teams effectively.
  
• Meticulous attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy.
  
• Skilled in analytical thinking and adept at resolving complex problems.
  
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a talent for fostering cross-functional collaboration.