Regional Financial Controller

Confidential Search: Regional Financial Controller | Malaysia | Strategic LeadershipAre you a strategic finance leader ready to steer the financial helm of a global industrial powerhouse?We are representing a globally recognized leader in the manufacturing industry in their confidential search for a Regional Financial Controller. This is a newly created, high-impact role based in the vibrant hub of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.Our client is a household name in their sector, with a legacy of innovation and a significant global footprint. This role is pivotal to their continued growth and success across the APAC region.Why This Role is a Game-Changer:Strategic Influence: You will be the key financial strategist for the region, partnering with senior leadership to drive profitability, market expansion, and operational excellence.Regional Scope & Impact: Go beyond a single country. Your decisions will shape the financial future across multiple markets in the region.High-Visibility Leadership: This is not just a number-crunching role. You will lead, mentor, and develop a talented finance team and act as a trusted advisor to the Regional VP and leadership team.Drive Transformation: Play a central role in integrating new systems, enhancing reporting processes, and implementing best-in-class financial controls across the region.Your Key Responsibilities:Provide comprehensive financial leadership and oversight for the APAC region.Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.Ensure robust internal controls and compliance with local statutory requirements.Deliver timely, accurate, and insightful management reporting and analysis to global HQ.Partner with commercial and operational teams to evaluate business cases, pricing strategies, and CAPEX investments.Lead and develop a high-performing regional finance team.Oversee tax, treasury, and audit activities for the region.The Ideal Candidate (You) Possesses:A recognised professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CA, CIMA).12+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in a Controllership or Financial Control leadership role within a multinational corporation.Proven experience in a complex, manufacturing, engineering, or capital-intensive industrial environment.A track record of success in a regional (APAC) scope is highly advantageous.Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.Ready to Elevate Your Career?This is a confidential search, if you are a strategic financial leader looking for a role where you can make a tangible impact on a global stage, we want to hear from you.To apply, please contact me directly or apply through this post. All inquiries will be treated with the strictest confidence.#FinancialController #RegionalRole #FinanceJobsMalaysia #FinanceLeadership #Controller #FP&A #Accounting #USGAAP #Multinational #ConfidentialSearch #Hiring #APACFinance #KualaLumpur #Careers #LinkedInJobs #FinanceCareer