Global Accounting Operations Director

A leading global technology manufacturing and production organisation is seeking a Global Accounting Operations Director (Penang based) to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of its accounting operations.

This is an exceptional opportunity for you to join a world-class team that is dedicated to transforming how information enriches lives across the globe. As the Global Accounting Operations Director, you will be at the forefront of driving operational excellence, ensuring scalable and sustainable processes, and influencing enterprise-wide transformation initiatives. The organisation offers a collaborative environment where your expertise will directly impact business outcomes, and you will have the chance to work with diverse teams across regions. If you are passionate about delivering measurable results, thrive in complex environments, and are eager to contribute to a vision that accelerates progress worldwide, this role provides the platform for your next career milestone.

What you'll do:

In the role of Global Accounting Operations Director, you will be entrusted with overseeing the seamless operation of global accounting services while championing transformative initiatives that deliver lasting value. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve collaborating closely with regional teams to ensure consistent execution of best practices, driving operational improvements through data-driven strategies, and acting as a trusted advisor during large-scale enterprise transformations. You will be instrumental in validating productivity claims, embedding efficiency gains into standard workflows, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. By engaging with key stakeholders across functions—including procurement, IT, tax, finance operations—you will help shape scalable operating models that support organisational growth. Your ability to navigate complex challenges with empathy and clarity will be essential as you lead issue resolution efforts and implement sustainable fixes. Additionally, your external perspective will enable you to benchmark against industry standards and guide the organisation towards achieving its ambition of best-in-class performance.

• Own the full cycle of benefits realisation for accounting centre of excellence (COE) initiatives by converting productivity improvements into sustained capacity release that supports higher-value activities or enables organisational scalability.
• Establish robust methodologies to validate savings—distinguishing between run-rate and one-time benefits—while preventing benefit leakage and embedding improvements into daily operations.
• Drive measurable enhancements in COE operational outcomes such as cycle time reduction, increased productivity, improved stability, and elevated quality standards in alignment with strategic objectives.
• Oversee global operational health across all accounting COE services by ensuring stable delivery models, scalable frameworks, and consistent execution throughout multiple regions.
• Translate service commitments into disciplined operating practices by monitoring service level agreements (SLAs), maintaining performance visibility, and implementing corrective actions when necessary.
• Partner with functional leaders to reinforce standardisation efforts, ensure operational readiness, and maintain execution consistency that underpins best-in-class performance benchmarks.
• Serve as the principal advisor on accounting matters during enterprise process or system transformations—ensuring solutions are feasible, scalable, and sustainable from an accounting perspective.
• Influence senior stakeholders to facilitate timely decision-making, resolve cross-functional challenges, and secure accountability across both upstream and downstream partners.
• Lead the resolution of high-risk or high-visibility issues affecting operational continuity or compliance readiness by applying structured problem-solving techniques under pressure.
• Leverage external benchmarks and industry insights to challenge existing practices, define target-state performance standards, and develop pragmatic roadmaps for continuous improvement.

What you bring:

To excel as a Global Accounting Operations Director in this renowned organisation, your background should reflect significant experience in managing large-scale finance operations or transformation projects within multinational environments. Your academic credentials should include a relevant degree in accounting or finance; additional certifications such as CPA/CA or an MBA would further strengthen your profile. You bring not only technical expertise but also outstanding interpersonal skills that foster collaboration among cross-regional teams. Your proven ability to influence senior stakeholders ensures alignment on critical decisions while your strategic outlook allows you to anticipate industry trends and set ambitious yet achievable targets. A deep commitment to risk management underpins your approach as you address complex issues swiftly without compromising control integrity. Your analytical acumen enables you to design robust frameworks for measuring success while your empathetic leadership style inspires trust among colleagues at every level. Ultimately, your combination of technical proficiency and people-centric approach positions you as an invaluable asset ready to drive meaningful change.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline; professional certification such as CPA or CA is highly desirable while an MBA would be advantageous.
• Extensive experience—typically 12–15 years or more—in finance transformation roles within centres of excellence or large-scale operations environments.
• Proven track record of influencing senior leaders across functions and geographies to drive consensus-based decisions that align with organisational goals.
• Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional change initiatives within complex settings while maintaining composure under ambiguity or time constraints.
• Exceptional ability to apply strategic thinking combined with strong external perspective—translating industry insights into actionable roadmaps for operational improvement.
• Deep understanding of risk management principles with experience resolving high-stakes issues impacting control environments or compliance readiness.
• Excellent interpersonal skills enabling effective collaboration with diverse teams including functional leaders from accounts payable (AP), general ledger (GL), fixed assets (FA), procurement/S2P, IT, tax and finance operations.
• Strong analytical mindset capable of establishing practical approaches for validating savings and preventing benefit leakage within large organisations.
• Experience developing scalable standards for service delivery while ensuring adherence to SLAs/KPIs through disciplined operating rhythms.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a global leader committed to enriching lives through technological advancement. With a clear vision focused on transforming how information is used worldwide, it fosters an inclusive culture where every team member’s contribution is valued. Employees benefit from flexible working opportunities designed to support work-life balance alongside generous training programmes that encourage ongoing professional development. The company’s supportive leadership prioritises knowledge sharing and personal growth while promoting diversity across all levels. By joining this team, you become part of a network dedicated not only to operational excellence but also to making a positive impact on society through innovation and collaboration. Here you will find an environment where your ideas are welcomed—and where your achievements help shape the future for communities around the globe.

What's next:

If you are ready to take on this influential role within a truly global setting—where your expertise can drive lasting impact—this is your moment to shine.

Apply today or email me at jack.moh@robertwalters.com.my to discuss this new opportunity.

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

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