We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Financial Controller to join our dynamic finance team. This role is critical in ensuring accuracy, compliance, and integrity of financial operations across multiple entities in Asia, with a strong focus on IFRS standards and regional tax knowledge. You will partner with supply chain, regional finance teams, and external auditors to support smooth end-to-end accounting processes and enable business performance.
This position also plays a key leadership role in supporting the Group Supply Chain & Asia Finance Director, contributing to strategic decision-making, cross-functional projects, and representing finance in senior forums when required.
Key Responsibilities
Local statutory and related matters
- Lead month-end reporting for assigned entities (Philippines, Malaysia, Hong Kong, India, and China), including journal entry reviews, reconciliations, and financial statements.
- Manage all banking documentation, queries, and relationships.
- Oversee secretarial, taxation, and transfer pricing compliance.
- Liaise with banks, auditors, and statutory bodies to ensure timely and accurate submissions.
- Ensure compliance and timely submission on tax and statutory matters
Controlling
- Maintain and strengthen internal control systems.
- Review and update policies and procedures to drive efficiency and compliance.
- Lead initiatives to improve financial systems, processes, and reporting accuracy.
- Enforce internal controls process
Financial Planning and Analysis
- Support the budgeting and forecasting process, providing timely insights on performance against budget.
- Manage cash flow forecasting, including receivables, intercompany activities, capital expenditures, and payments.
- Provide analysis of cost movements and their impact on business results.
Business Partnering
- Collaborate closely with regional accounting and finance teams to ensure alignment and best practices.
- Coach and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
- Lead or support ad-hoc projects that enhance financial performance and operational excellence.
- Demonstrated ability to influence at senior management level and contribute to strategic business discussions.
- Provide senior-level guidance to business leaders, ensuring financial considerations are embedded in commercial and operational decisions.
Others
- Lead a world class team of finance professionals and help them grow and develop
- Ad-hoc projects and assignments are naturally part of this role's scope as well
Requirements
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of Big 4 audit experience
- 5-8 years of relevant experience, including regional oversight.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS standards and solid understanding of APAC tax regulations.
- Proficiency in MS Office SAP ERP experience is a plus.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to partner across teams and functions.
- Proven track record of managing and hands on complex financial tasks with accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail.
- No travelling required
