OS&S Controller

Omya; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Omya in Malaysia seeks a seasoned Finance & Controlling professional to lead OS&S governance, monitor adherence to group policies, and drive standardization across regions.

You will partner with global teams, oversee KPI reporting, budgeting and cost control, and support audit readiness. This role demands strong analytical ability, cross-functional collaboration, and meticulous attention to compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting or Business Administration.
• Professional accountancy certification desired (ACCA/ CIMA/ CPA).

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain governance framework for OS&S processes.
• Monitor adherence to group policies (ARM, ICs, Procurement, HR guidelines, etc).
• Ensure process standardization and eliminate country specific deviations.
• Identify control gaps, risks, and inefficiencies and drive mitigation actions.
• Monitor financial performance, cost control, and reporting accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls.
• Monitor purchasing processes and alignment with sourcing strategies.
• Track personnel-related processes, cost allocation, and FTE alignment.
• Define and implement OS&S KPI framework and dashboards.
• Act as key interface between Business units and regional/global teams.

Education

Bachelor Degree in Accounting or Business Administration

ACCA/CIMA/CPA certification desired

Tools

SAP

Spreadsheets

Automated accounting systems

Job description

KEY ACCOUNTABILTIES

• Establish and maintain governance framework for OS&S processes
• Monitor adherence to group policies (ARM, ICs, Procurement, HR guidelines, etc)
• Ensure process standardization and eliminate country specific deviations
• Identify control gaps, risks, and inefficiencies and drive mitigation actions

Process Governance & Monitoring

• Establish and maintain governance framework for OS&S processes
• Monitor adherence to group policies (ARM, ICs, Procurement, HR guidelines, etc)
• Ensure process standardization and eliminate country specific deviations
• Identify control gaps, risks, and inefficiencies and drive mitigation actions

Cross-functional Coordination (End-to-End)

• Monitor financial performance, cost control, and reporting accuracy
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls
• Monitor purchasing processes
• Ensure alignment with procurement directives and sourcing strategies
• Track personnel-related processes, cost allocation, and FTE alignment
• Ensure integration of HR processes within OS&S model
• Monitor inventory, logistics, and operational KPIs
• Ensure process alignment across supply chain interfaces
• Ensure system alignment (SAP, SNOW, dashboards)
• Support digital enablement and process automation initiatives

Performance Management & KPI Steering, Reporting

• Define and implement OS&S KPI framework (financial + operational)
• Develop dashboards to enable transparency and decision-making
• Monitor performance vs. targets and initiate corrective actions
• Consolidate cross-functional performance insights for management
• Translate data into actionable recommendations

Stakeholder Management

• Act as key interface between Business units, Shared service functions, Regional and global teams
• Facilitate issue resolution and alignment across stakeholders

Continuous Improvement & Transformation

• Drive process improvement initiatives within OS&S
• Support implementation of Project Summit operating model (IOM1 / IOM2)
• Ensure harmonization and simplification of workflows across regions

Controls & Compliance

• Monitor and ensure compliance with company policies and internal guidelines
• Develop and recommend improvements to internal controls
• Coordinate and support external auditors during the annual audit process
• Ensure full compliance with local statutory rules and regulations

Job Requirements

Education

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting or Business Administration.
• Professional accountancy certification desired (e.g. ACCA/ CIMA/ CPA).

Experience

• 10 to 12 years of relevant finance and accounting experience or in controlling.

Knowledge And Skills

• Strong understanding of end-to-end business processes
• Solid IT capabilities including SAP, spreadsheets, and automated accounting systems
• Experience in transformation projects, shared services, or operating model changes is preferred
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with ability to connect the dots
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to handle complex issues and resolve urgent matters under pressure
• Takes full ownership and accountability for achieving targets and objectives
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize effectively, and deliver results in a dynamic environment
• Proven ability to work independently with high level of reliability
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Effective interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional and team-oriented environment
• Prior business partnering experience is an advantage
• Meticulous, structured, and detail-oriented mindset
• Strong sense of responsibility and commitment
• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-changing environment

Other Requirements

• Good command of both oral and written local language and English are required.