Financial Controller

A Financial Controller job has become available at a company in engineering industry based in Sarawak.

A leading conglomerate in Sarawak is seeking a Financial Controller to guide financial governance and drive commercial optimisation across its core infrastructure and engineering business units. This pivotal role offers you the opportunity to work closely with the Group CEO, overseeing multi-entity operations spanning marine engineering, heavy civil construction, and infrastructure projects. You will be instrumental in shaping financial strategy, ensuring robust fiscal discipline, and supporting major regional developments. The organisation is renowned for its commitment to excellence, offering exciting working opportunities, generous staff benefits, and ongoing training to foster your professional growth. If you are looking for a role where your expertise will have a tangible impact on large-scale projects and where you can collaborate with knowledgeable teams in a supportive environment, this is your chance to join an inclusive workplace that values your contribution.

* You will oversee financial management and reporting across multiple subsidiaries within marine engineering, heavy civil construction, and infrastructure sectors, ensuring alignment with group targets and regulatory standards.
* The role provides direct access to strategic decision-making at the highest level, working alongside division heads and managing directors to optimise capital allocation and operational efficiency.
* Enjoy exciting working opportunities, generous staff benefits, and continuous training programmes designed to support your career progression within a highly respected conglomerate.

What you'll do:

As Financial Controller based in Sarawak, you will play a central role in guiding the financial direction of multiple operating entities within a prominent engineering conglomerate. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve collaborating with division heads to provide insightful financial analysis on joint ventures and tenders while ensuring robust controls around complex project accounting. You will lead efforts in cash flow optimisation across capital-intensive operations by managing bank facilities and trade financing arrangements. By overseeing statutory consolidations and board reporting according to MFRS/IFRS standards, you will ensure timely delivery of accurate information for strategic decision-making. Your ability to evaluate internal controls and monitor risk exposures will be crucial in safeguarding assets while supporting decentralised finance teams through hands-on mentorship. Success in this role requires you to champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance transparency and accountability throughout the organisation’s finance function.

* Drive comprehensive financial management, reporting, and statutory compliance across designated group subsidiaries while maintaining strict fiscal discipline and ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
* Establish rigorous controls around long-term EPCC/construction contracts including revenue recognition under MFRS 15, variation order tracking, project margin analysis, and cost-to-complete forecasting.
* Lead short- and long-term cash flow planning by optimising working capital allocation, bank facility utilisation, trade financing arrangements, and foreign exchange risk management for capital-intensive operations.
* Oversee timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closes as well as statutory consolidations and board reporting in accordance with MFRS/IFRS guidelines.
* Evaluate and strengthen operational internal control systems by monitoring project risk exposures and serving as the main interface for both internal and external auditors.
* Serve as a strategic business partner to division heads and managing directors by providing financial insight on joint ventures, tender submissions, capital allocation decisions, and operational efficiency improvements.
* Support the development of decentralised finance teams through hands-on guidance while fostering collaboration across business units.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements by implementing best practices in financial governance.
* Collaborate closely with senior stakeholders to deliver accurate forecasts that inform key business decisions related to infrastructure investments.
* Champion continuous improvement initiatives within finance processes to enhance transparency, accountability, and performance.

What you bring:

Your proven track record as a Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager overseeing multi-entity operations within engineering or construction industries will be invaluable in this role. You bring deep knowledge of complex project accounting practices including joint venture arrangements that underpin successful EPCC contracts. Your expertise extends to trade financing solutions tailored for capital-intensive businesses along with proficiency in group consolidation processes. As someone who thrives on collaboration, your exceptional stakeholder management skills allow you to connect effectively with division heads while guiding decentralised finance teams through hands-on mentorship. You are adept at implementing robust internal controls that safeguard assets during major infrastructure projects. With mandatory membership in a recognised professional body such as MIA or ACCA—and a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance—you demonstrate commitment to industry standards. Your strong interpersonal abilities help build trust among colleagues during strategic planning sessions while your experience delivering timely statutory consolidations ensures compliance at every stage.

* Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent qualification is required for this position.
* Mandatory membership in a recognised professional body such as MIA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA or ICAEW ensures adherence to industry standards.
* Minimum 12–15 years of progressive finance experience with at least 5+ years in a Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager role overseeing multi-entity operations within engineering or construction sectors.
* Demonstrated command of complex project accounting including joint venture accounting practices relevant to EPCC/marine/heavy construction environments.
* Proven expertise in trade financing arrangements as well as group consolidation processes for diversified business units.
* Exceptional stakeholder management capabilities enable effective communication across all levels of the organisation.
* Hands-on approach to managing decentralised finance teams fosters collaboration among colleagues from different disciplines.
* Ability to implement rigorous internal controls that mitigate risks associated with large-scale infrastructure projects.
* Experience delivering timely statutory consolidations under MFRS/IFRS guidelines supports compliance with regulatory requirements.
* Strong interpersonal skills facilitate productive relationships with senior leaders during strategic planning sessions.

What sets this company apart:

This premier group stands out for its extensive operations across heavy engineering, offshore oil & gas fabrication, marine works, construction, and building materials—making it one of Sarawak's most influential organisations. The Group plays an integral role in delivering major regional infrastructure projects that shape communities and drive economic growth. Employees benefit from exciting working opportunities designed to accommodate diverse needs alongside generous staff contributions that secure their future. Continuous training programmes empower staff members to expand their knowledge base while fostering personal development within an inclusive environment. The company’s supportive leadership culture encourages collaboration between departments so everyone feels valued regardless of their background or experience level. By joining this organisation you become part of a network committed not only to excellence but also to nurturing talent through shared learning experiences—ensuring your career flourishes alongside the region’s progress.

What's next:

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact on regional infrastructure projects while advancing your career within an inclusive team environment—apply now!

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