Manager, Country Controllership, Malayisa

Grab; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading superapp company located in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, is looking for a highly skilled Manager of Country Controllership. This role involves overseeing financial activities, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and managing a finance team. The ideal candidate will have at least 8-10 years in finance, strong knowledge of Malaysian accounting standards, and excellent leadership skills. Comprehensive benefits are offered, including medical insurance and flexible leave options.

Benefits

Term Life Insurance

Comprehensive Medical Insurance

Flexible benefits package (GrabFlex)

Parental leave

Birthday leave

Volunteering leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in finance or accounting.
• At least 5 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian accounting standards and tax laws.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the country finance team.
• Oversee financial statements preparation and analysis.
• Develop and implement internal control systems.
• Manage budgeting and forecasting processes.

Skills

Financial management and reporting

Leadership and team management

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CPA, CIMA)

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Company Description

About Grab and Our Workplace

Grab is Southeast Asia's leading superapp. From getting your favourite meals delivered to helping you manage your finances and getting around town hassle‑free, we've got your back with everything. In Grab, purpose gives us joy and habits build excellence, while harnessing the power of Technology and AI to deliver the mission of driving Southeast Asia forward by economically empowering everyone, with heart, hunger, honour, and humility.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manager, Country Controllership for our operations in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. This key leadership role will be responsible for overseeing and managing all financial controllership activities for our Malaysian entity, ensuring compliance with local regulations and corporate policies.

• Lead and manage the country finance team, providing guidance and mentorship to develop a high-performing finance organization
• Oversee the preparation and analysis of financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Malaysian accounting standards and regulations
• Develop and implement robust internal control systems to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes for the Malaysian entity
• Collaborate with global finance teams to ensure alignment with corporate financial strategies and objectives
• Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to senior management to support decision‑making
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to both local authorities and corporate headquarters
• Manage relationships with external auditors, tax authorities, and other regulatory bodies
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of financial operations
• Stay updated on changes in Malaysian financial regulations and accounting standards, ensuring ongoing compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Master's degree preferred
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CIMA)
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in finance or accounting, with at least 5 years in a managerial role
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian accounting standards, tax laws, and regulations
• Proficiency in financial management and reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and risk management
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with a keen attention to detail
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with ERP systems
• Solid understanding of internal controls and financial risk management
• Knowledge of international financial reporting standards (IFRS)
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management
• Fluency in English; proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia is a plus

Additional Information

Life at Grab

We care about your well‑being at Grab, here are some of the global benefits we offer:

• We have your back with Term Life Insurance and comprehensive Medical Insurance.
• With GrabFlex, create a benefits package that suits your needs and aspirations.
• Celebrate moments that matter in life with loved ones through Parental and Birthday leave, and give back to your communities through Love-all-Serve-all (LASA) volunteering leave
• We have a confidential Grabber Assistance Programme to guide and uplift you and your loved ones through life's challenges.

What We Stand For at Grab

We are committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace that enables diverse Grabbers to grow and perform at their best. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all candidates fairly and equally regardless of nationality, ethnicity, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, family commitments, physical and mental impairments or disabilities, and other attributes that make them unique.