Hong Kong (ASEAN) Financial Controller

GOC AUTOMOTIVE MALAYSIA SDN. BHD.; George Town; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global automotive parts leader in Penang is seeking a talented Financial Controller to oversee financial operations across ASEAN countries. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in finance, experience with SAP, and be able to communicate in English or Mandarin. This position involves planning, forecasting, and ensuring compliance within financial operations, as well as managing audits. Join us to drive innovation in the automotive industry.

Qualifications

• Experience in SAP & BW.
• Experience in budget and month-end closing process.
• Able to communicate in English or Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Support ASEAN financial operations and partner with teams.
• Lead monthly sales forecast and annual operating plan.
• Monitor and analyse business performance.
• Ensure compliance in statutory reporting and local regulations.
• Manage internal and external audit processes.

Skills

SAP

Budgeting

Financial Reporting

English proficiency

Mandarin proficiency

Thai language

Education

Background in finance, accounting or related field

Job description

Overview

First Brands Group (FBG) is a global leader in designing, manufacturing, and distributing highquality automotive spare parts. With over 100 years of experience and operations in over 30 countries, FBG employs approximately 29,000 associates worldwide. Our diverse product portfolio includes braking components, consumer products, fuel and water pumps, ignition systems, steering components, wipers, industrial products, towing products, and filtration solutions. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, FBG is committed to innovation and excellence, delivering best-in-class technology and customer service.

Join us in driving the future of the automotive industry!

To learn more, visit First Brands Group.com

Who You Are

Position Summary: We are seeking a talented and driven Hong Kong (ASEAN) Financial Controller to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in overseeing the Hong Kong legal entity (including Singapore, Indonesia, Australia, and Vietnam Representative Offices), and ASEAN business from a finance perspective. This role requires a strong combination of technical financial expertise and a deep understanding of business processes to drive continuous improvements in financial management and treasury workflows.

Responsibilities

• Key Areas of Responsibility:
• Business & Financial Support (ASEAN) — Support ASEAN financial operations and partner with Sales and Business Development teams. Provide both financial and non-financial insights to support effective business decision-making.
• Planning & Forecasting — Lead the monthly sales forecast, quarterly rolling forecasts, and the Annual Operating Plan (AOP). Organize and prepare monthly business review presentations.
• Business Monitoring & Process Improvement — Monitor and analyse business performance to improve the accuracy and quality of planning. Drive process improvements and enhance operational efficiency across the organization.
• Entity Oversight & Compliance — Oversee the Hong Kong legal entity and representative offices in Singapore, Indonesia, Australia, and Vietnam. Ensure compliance in statutory reporting, tax matters, and local regulations.
• Audit & Legal Coordination — Manage internal and external audit processes. Provide support in legal matters prior to engaging with Legal Counsel or external lawyers. Conduct quarterly reviews of sales incentive programs.
• Operational Finance Role
• Cash Flow Management — Prepare and provide cash flow forecasts to the APAC Controller and Treasury team. Support financing initiatives such as loans, factoring, and other financial instruments.
• Accounts Receivable Oversight — Review AR aging reports and identify overdue items. Coordinate with the sales team to determine reasons for delays and establish payment schedules.
• Credit Management — Regularly assess customers’ financial risks and adjust credit limits as needed. Review sales orders and decide on their release or blocking based on AR status and credit limits.
• Commercial Terms Tracking & Reporting — Maintain proper records of customer contracts and commercial terms, ensuring alignment with business planning. Regularly analyse and report actual spending on special pricing, discounts, and rebates.

Qualifications

• Job Requirements & Skills
• Experience in SAP & BW
• Background in finance, accounting or related
• Experience in budget and month-end closing process
• Able to communicate in English or Mandarin to liaise with Mandarin speaking partners. Thai language speaking is a plus.
• First Brands Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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