Regional Finance Controller

A Regional Finance Controller job has become available at a company in automotive industry based in Kuala Lumpur.

A leading global automotive part supplier is seeking a Regional Finance Controller to join their Southeast Asia operations, based in Kuala Lumpur. This pivotal role offers you the opportunity to shape financial outcomes and drive performance across multiple countries, acting as a trusted advisor to both plant and commercial leadership. With a competitive salary ranging from RM192,000 to RM216,000 per annum, you will enjoy exciting working opportunities and be part of an inclusive team that values knowledge sharing and professional growth. The organisation is renowned for its commitment to governance, transparency, and continuous improvement, providing you with the platform to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

* Competitive salary package between RM192,000 and RM216,000 per annum
* Opportunity to influence financial strategy and business outcomes across Southeast Asia within a globally recognised automotive parts supplier.
* Exciting working opportunities and generous trainings ensure you can grow your skills while maintaining professional growth in a collaborative setting.

What you'll do:

As the Regional Finance Controller, you will play a central role in shaping the financial landscape of Southeast Asia operations for a global automotive part supplier. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve overseeing month-end and year-end closing activities with precision, ensuring all financial statements reflect true business performance. You will deliver comprehensive management reports that highlight variances and provide actionable insights for senior leaders. By identifying risks and improvement opportunities through rigorous analysis, you will help steer the business towards greater efficiency. Your expertise in forecasting, budgeting, and planning will be crucial in aligning regional strategies with broader organisational goals. You will also enhance cost visibility across manufacturing sites by working collaboratively with supply chain partners. Commercial finance partnership is at the heart of this role; you will advise on pricing strategies, volume trends, and profitability levers to drive revenue growth. Supporting strategic decisions with robust data analysis ensures disciplined governance throughout the business. Success in this position requires not only technical excellence but also strong interpersonal skills as you collaborate across functions to foster continuous improvement.

* Lead month-end and year-end close processes with meticulous attention to accuracy and discipline, ensuring all financial data is properly recorded and reported.
* Ensure the integrity of financial statements including Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow by maintaining robust internal controls and compliance with relevant regulations.
* Deliver timely, high-quality management reporting and variance analysis that provides clear insights into business performance for senior stakeholders.
* Identify key performance drivers, risks, and improvement opportunities through detailed financial analysis and proactive engagement with operational teams.
* Maintain a strong internal control environment by adhering to SOX requirements, Delegation of Authority policies, and other corporate governance standards.
* Drive forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning processes that align with strategic objectives and support sustainable growth across the region.
* Track financial performance against targets, leading gap-closing actions where necessary to ensure business goals are met or exceeded.
* Enhance cost visibility and operational transparency across manufacturing plants by collaborating closely with supply chain and operations teams.
* Partner with commercial teams to drive revenue and margin growth through insightful pricing strategies, volume analysis, and profitability assessments.
* Support strategic decision-making with data-driven financial analysis while strengthening commercial governance for disciplined business outcomes.

What you bring:

Your proven experience as a Regional Finance Controller equips you with deep expertise in financial planning, analysis, and reporting within multinational settings. You bring a solid foundation in managing core financial statements—Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow—and have demonstrated success navigating the complexities of manufacturing or distribution environments. Your exposure to multi-country operations enables you to adapt quickly to varying regulatory requirements while maintaining high standards of governance. You excel at building collaborative partnerships across commercial teams by offering valuable insights that support revenue growth. Analytical thinking is one of your strengths; you transform intricate data into clear recommendations that inform strategic decisions. Your familiarity with ERP systems like QAD or OneStream streamlines consolidation efforts while supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Stakeholder management comes naturally as you foster trustful relationships across departments. In this role as Regional Finance Controller, your combination of technical proficiency and interpersonal sensitivity ensures you thrive within an inclusive team dedicated to excellence.

* Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or equivalent qualification is required for this role.
* At least 8 years of experience in financial planning, analysis, reporting or related fields within multinational environments is essential.
* Proven track record managing Profit & Loss statements, Balance Sheets, and Cash Flow in complex organisations.
* Experience working within manufacturing or distribution sectors is highly desirable for understanding operational nuances.
* Exposure to multi-country operations within multinational corporations enhances your ability to navigate diverse regulatory landscapes.
* Strong business partnering skills enable you to build trustful relationships with commercial teams and operational leaders alike.
* Excellent analytical thinking allows you to interpret complex data sets into actionable insights that drive business performance.
* Advanced problem-solving abilities help you identify risks early and recommend effective solutions for improvement.
* Familiarity with ERP systems such as QAD or OneStream is advantageous for streamlining consolidation processes.
* Outstanding stakeholder management capabilities ensure smooth collaboration across departments during finance transformation initiatives.

What sets this company apart:

This global automotive part supplier stands out for its unwavering commitment to transparency, governance, and employee development. The organisation fosters an inclusive culture where knowledge sharing is encouraged at every level—ensuring everyone feels connected and supported throughout their career journey. exciting working opportunities allow you to maintain a healthy work-life balance while pursuing professional growth through generous training programmes tailored to your needs. The company’s supportive leadership style prioritises collaboration over hierarchy; every team member’s voice matters when shaping business outcomes. With access to advanced technology platforms like ERP systems for seamless finance operations—and regular cross-functional projects—you’ll find ample opportunities for learning new skills alongside knowledgeable colleagues who value communal success. Whether it’s contributing ideas during finance transformation initiatives or participating in regional strategy sessions, your input will be respected as part of a dependable network committed to continuous improvement. The organisation’s reputation as a leader in automotive parts supply means you’ll be joining a team that values loyalty, modesty in achievement, and genuine kinship among peers—all while enjoying competitive compensation packages designed for long-term stability.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your finance career further within Southeast Asia’s thriving automotive sector—this is your chance!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided below.

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