Role Overview
The Junior Financial Controller supports the Group Business Controller in driving financial performance, cost discipline and commercial insight across the Business Group in South East Asia.
This role goes beyond reporting. The incumbent will work closely with operations and business unit leaders to understand key performance drivers, analyses margins, and support decision-making.
It is designed for a commercially minded finance professional who aspires to grow into a regional finance leadership role.
Job Responsibilities
Commercial & Performance Support
- Analyses revenue, margins and cost structures to identify performance gaps and improvement opportunities.
- Support business unit leaders with financial analysis and scenario modelling.
- Assist in evaluating pricing, cost optimisation and profitability initiatives.
- Participate in reviewing major contracts, tenders and CAPEX proposals.
Financial Planning & Reporting
- Support the preparation of annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
- Track key financial and operational KPIs.
Cash Flow & Working Capital
- Assist in monitoring cash flow and working capital performance.
- Support initiatives to improve receivables, inventory management and payables discipline.
Governance & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to internal control policies and procedures.
- Support statutory, tax and audit requirements.
Continuous Improvement
- Contribute to process automation and reporting efficiency improvements.
- Participate in cross-functional projects to enhance operational effectiveness.
Development Opportunity
- Involvement in regional projects across South East Asia.
- Potential regional mobility (Indonesia, China or other countries).
Job Requirement :
- Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline
- 57 years of relevant experience in audit, commercial finance or FP&A.
- Exposure to multi-entity or regional operations is an advantage.
- Experience in operational or resource-based industries preferred.
- Strong commercial mindset with ability to link numbers to business drivers.
- Good financial modelling and analytical skills.
- Confident communicator with ability to engage business stakeholders.
- Good oral and written communication skills in English; Bahasa Malaysia/Indonesia.
- Willing to travel regionally when required.
