IT Controller

Hilti (Canada) Corporation; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction services provider in Kuala Lumpur is looking for an experienced Controller who will act as a financial business partner for Global IT. Responsibilities include managing controlling processes, providing cost transparency, and enhancing operational efficiencies. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, several years of controlling experience, and SAP proficiency. Join a diverse team focused on innovation and teamwork to improve construction practices.

Benefits

Competitive rewards

Comprehensive career development opportunities

A caring and performance-oriented culture

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in controlling, IT controlling experience is a strong plus.
• Ability to prioritize and handle complexities.

Responsibilities

• Interact regularly with senior IT management to provide cost transparency.
• Own controlling processes such as rolling forecast and invoice control.
• Perform analyses and propose actionable recommendations.
• Lead initiatives for continuous improvement in controlling processes.

Skills

Fluent in English

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent stakeholder management

Proactive and self-organized working style

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or financial management

Tools

SAP

Job description

What's the role?

We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our Global IT Controlling Team based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. In this role, you act as a financial business partner for Global IT. Together with your colleagues and based on your interactions with your counterparts in Global IT, you will provide accurate rolling forecasts, keep track of actual cost development, manage IT product/service cross-charge, and support the day-to-day Controlling operations. Additionally, you will also contribute to the continuous improvement of our controlling processes, provide better cost transparency, particularly the topic of your focus area.

What does the role involve?

In this role, you will

• Interact with your counterparts (senior IT management and stakeholder,team leads, product owners, project managers etc.) on a regular basis and provide transparency on actual and projected cost/cross-charging development (rolling forecast)
• Own controlling processes, e.g., rolling forecast, invoice control, cost recognition, cross-charging, month-end closing for areas assigned to you
• Perform in-depth analyses and propose clear, actionable recommendations, with the aim of cost efficiency and transparency
• Create and lead initiatives focused for continuous improvement of our controlling processes
• Become part of the finance and controlling community in Hilti with more than 500 colleagues worldwide

What you need is:

To help you succeed, we’ll provide you with everything you need so that we’re driving impact together from day one. You’ll find a stable working environment, exceptional support, learning and development, and a great team around you. Here’s what you’ll need to bring with you:

• Bachelor’s degree (preferably accounting and/or financial management)
• Several years of experience working in controlling, and IT controlling experience as a strong plus
• Ability to work with SAP (cost center reports, internal orders, etc.)
• A proactive, self-organized working style, ability to prioritize and get-things-done
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle complexities
• Strong interpersonal skills paired with excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Fluent in the English language

Why should you apply?

We know you have plenty of choices when it comes to your career. What makes Hilti stand out is our people. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, caring and high-performing culture that embraces diversity in all its forms.

At Hilti, everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We welcome qualified candidates from all backgrounds and provide equal opportunities. What truly sets you apart at Hilti is your passion for teamwork, willingness to learn and grow, and drive to make an impact.

Whether you're in finance, marketing, product development, or any other team, your work directly contributes to advancements that make construction sites safer, more sustainable, and more efficient. Bring your unique perspective to a team that values what makes you you. Together, let's make construction better and build a better future for everyone, everywhere.

What do we offer?

We really value our people, and we've worked hard to develop a reward package that reflects this, creating your future to be just how you would want it. Some of our benefits include:

• A caring and performance-oriented culture.
• A recognised Great Place to Work 2025, which celebrates our commitment to a culture that values care, performance, and innovation for our greatest strength, our people.
• Competitive rewards and comprehensive career development opportunities that ensure your success is our priority.
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