Strategic Finance Controller, Nutrition (Malaysia)

Abbott; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare company is seeking a Finance Controller to oversee financial planning and control for its Nutrition business in Malaysia. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics, along with professional certifications and significant experience in senior-level finance roles. This position demands strong analytical skills and effective communication abilities across various levels of the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics.
• Professional certification such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.
• Minimum 10–15 years of senior-level finance/accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of cultural, political, and economic environments, especially in healthcare systems.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively across all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated managerial courage and decision-making capability.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to manage large data sets.
• Experience working in a matrix organization with strong negotiation and prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial control, planning, reporting, analysis, and cash flow management for the division.
• Monitor actual sales and margin performance, prepare commentary, and take timely action on variances.
• Manage operational finance functions including CDOH, inventory, and departmental expenses.
• Ensure accurate month-end processes and accounting entries.
• Establish and maintain internal controls to ensure financial reporting integrity.
• Prepare Plan, RLBE’s, and other affiliate reviews with a critical assessment of assumptions.
• Provide analytical support to commercial teams on KPIs, distributor contracts, tenders, pricing, and parallel imports.
• Participate in business process enhancements, margin improvement initiatives, and financial effectiveness programs.
• Support compliance with local and corporate financial policies.
• Engage in key customer and distributor reviews, assessing creditworthiness.
• Support the Finance Director with day-to-day finance activities.

Job description

A global healthcare company is seeking a Finance Controller to oversee financial planning and control for its Nutrition business in Malaysia. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics, along with professional certifications and significant experience in senior-level finance roles. This position demands strong analytical skills and effective communication abilities across various levels of the organization.