Controllership Manager

Controllership Manager Salary: Competitive and based on experience Location: Petaling Jaya

A leading global organisation is seeking a Controllership Manager to join their team in Petaling Jaya. This role offers you the opportunity to play a pivotal part in ensuring financial integrity, compliance, and business partnership across multiple regions. You will be empowered to drive month-end closing processes, support audits, and champion internal controls while collaborating closely with business leaders and cross-functional teams. The company is renowned for its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing an environment where every voice is valued and professional growth is actively supported. With flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle, extensive training programmes, and a strong focus on well-being, this is an exceptional chance to advance your career within a supportive and inclusive network.

What you'll do:

• Coordinate and oversee the month-end closing process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting across multiple business units.
• Prepare and review manual journals as well as balance sheet reconciliations to maintain financial accuracy and compliance.
• Conduct monthly balance sheet and profit & loss fluctuation analysis to identify trends and support business decision-making.
• Ensure all financials are compliant with accounting standards and company policies by maintaining rigorous documentation.
• Provide consultation to business teams regarding new initiatives or arrangements to ensure appropriate accounting treatment and robust internal controls.
• Develop strong relationships with business leaders by offering guidance on corporate policy roll-outs, process improvements, and system implementations.
• Drive compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) and internal controls throughout the APJ region by developing solid control documentation and educating key process owners.
• Conduct regular reviews of internal controls to assess effectiveness, proactively identifying potential issues and mitigating gaps.
• Lead compliance-related initiatives by coordinating efforts across departments to strengthen audit readiness.
• Support statutory and internal audits by preparing necessary documentation, addressing findings promptly, and implementing corrective actions.
• Work closely with regional tax teams to gather information for tax returns and assist in ensuring compliance with all relevant tax regulations.

What you bring:

• Demonstrated experience in managing month-end closing processes within a large or multinational organisation is highly desirable for this position.
• Proven ability to prepare manual journals, conduct balance sheet reconciliations, and perform detailed fluctuation analyses of financial statements.
• Comprehensive knowledge of accounting standards coupled with practical experience ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Strong interpersonal skills enabling you to build dependable relationships with business leaders while providing consultative support on new initiatives.
• Experience supporting roll-out of corporate policies, processes or systems at local or regional levels within a complex organisational structure.
• In-depth understanding of Sarbanes-Oxley Act requirements along with hands-on experience developing control documentation and educating process owners about internal controls.
• Ability to conduct regular reviews of internal controls, identify potential issues proactively, and lead mitigation efforts across teams.
• Track record of successfully coordinating statutory or internal audits including preparation of documentation, addressing findings promptly, and implementing corrective actions.
• Familiarity with tax compliance processes such as gathering information for returns or assisting regional tax teams in meeting regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication skills combined with sensitivity towards diverse perspectives; you thrive in inclusive environments where collaboration is valued.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its unwavering dedication to creating an inclusive workplace where every individual’s perspective is respected. Employees benefit from flexible working opportunities tailored specifically for their country’s needs—ensuring work-life balance remains a priority. Generous pension contributions support long-term security while comprehensive wellness programmes address physical, mental, and financial well-being through seminars, events, and global assistance initiatives. Professional growth is actively encouraged via formal leadership development programmes as well as numerous on-demand courses designed for continuous learning. The onboarding process connects new hires quickly into a global network of peers—fostering collaboration from day one. Internal communities offer opportunities for engagement through peer-led groups focused on diversity & inclusion; local volunteering events further reinforce the company’s commitment to social responsibility. The organisation’s equal opportunity ethos ensures fair treatment regardless of background or identity; voluntary gender disclosure data is used solely to improve hiring practices so everyone feels empowered. If you value belonging within a supportive network that champions equitable growth—and want your voice heard—this is the place for you.

What's next:

If you are ready to make an impact as Controllership Manager within a globally recognised organisation committed to diversity and professional growth, we encourage you to take the next step today!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C