Regional Finance Controller – SEA Commercial Performance

Confidential Company; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Company in Malaysia seeks a commercially minded Financial Controller to partner with Group Business Controller and leaders across South East Asia. You will analyse margins, drive cost discipline and provide actionable insights to support decisions.

The role offers exposure to regional operations, with potential mobility to Indonesia, China or other countries as business needs dictate; mentoring from senior finance leadership and a clear path toward regional finance leadership.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline.
• Professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) completed or in progress.
• 5–7 years of relevant experience in audit, commercial finance or FP&A.
• Exposure to multi-entity or regional operations is an advantage.
• Experience in operational or resource-based industries preferred.
• Strong commercial mindset with ability to link numbers to business drivers.
• Good oral and written communication skills in English; Bahasa Malaysia/Indonesia.
• Demonstrates mobility and flexibility, with willingness to travel regionally and relocate.

Responsibilities

• Analyses revenue, margins and cost structures to identify performance gaps and opportunities.
• Support business unit leaders with financial analysis and scenario modelling.
• Assist in pricing, cost optimisation and profitability initiatives.
• Review major contracts, tenders and CAPEX proposals.
• Support annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
• Perform detailed variance analysis with explanations for management.
• Prepare management reports with actionable financial insights.
• Track key financial and operational KPIs.
• Monitor cash flow and working capital performance.
• Improve receivables, inventory management and payables discipline.
• Ensure adherence to internal control policies and assist audit requirements.
• Contribute to process automation and reporting efficiency; participate in cross-functional projects.

Skills

Commercial mindset

Financial modelling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

ACCA/CIMA qualification

Job description

Confidential Company in Malaysia seeks a commercially minded Financial Controller to partner with Group Business Controller and leaders across South East Asia. You will analyse margins, drive cost discipline and provide actionable insights to support decisions.

The role offers exposure to regional operations, with potential mobility to Indonesia, China or other countries as business needs dictate; mentoring from senior finance leadership and a clear path toward regional finance leadership.