Business Controller / Finance Business Partner

About the role

SGS, a global inspection, verification, testing and certification company, is hiring a Business Controller / Finance Business Partner in Shah Alam. The role drives financial performance, profitability and strategic decisions through data analysis, budget management and forecasting, while acting as a strategic partner who optimises costs and works with cross-functional teams.

Key responsibilities

• Financial planning and analysis: develop, manage and monitor annual budgets, forecasts and long-term financial plans
• Analyse monthly, quarterly and annual results and investigate variances between actuals, prior year and forecasts
• Report on business process analyses and major financial issues to senior management and give actionable financial insights to leadership and operational teams
• Evaluate and improve cost structures, margins and operational efficiencies
• Oversee business reporting, ensure compliance with legal requirements and maintain internal control systems
• Conduct commercial and market analysis to identify growth opportunities, new products or marketing initiatives
• Implement and maintain internal controls and act as Internal Control Champion of the country

Required profile

• Degree in Accountancy or equivalent professional qualification (MIA, MICPA or equivalent preferred)
• Minimum 8-10 years of related experience in a senior position within a multi-site or multinational organisation
• Fluent in English and the local language
• Willingness to travel nationwide and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Required skills

• Consolidation accounting, FRS and regulatory requirements
• Advanced Excel and data modelling (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, macros, business modelling)
• Finance systems, data analytics, automation and visualisation tools such as Power BI