Financial Controller

We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Group Financial Controller to serve as the CFO's key finance business partner. The role is responsible for overseeing the Group's day-to-day finance operations, financial reporting, treasury, taxation, audit, compliance, internal controls and finance transformation initiatives across the Group's international operations. The ideal candidate ensures timely and accurate financial reporting, strengthen governance and control frameworks, drive operational excellence within the finance function, and support strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Consolidation

  • Lead the monthly, quarterly and annual financial closing process for all Group entities.
  • Ensure timely preparation of consolidated financial statements and management reports.
  • Review and validate accounting treatments in compliance with MFRS, IFRS and applicable regulations.
  • Oversee balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany reconciliations and supporting schedules.
  • Ensure accuracy, integrity and completeness of financial information presented to Management and the Board.
  • Support Bursa Malaysia reporting and disclosure requirements.

  Financial Operations Management

  • Oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger functions.
  • Ensure efficient execution of finance operational processes and controls.
  • Monitor working capital performance, including debtor collections and creditor management.
  • Review and approve key finance transactions in accordance with delegated authority limits.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function.
  • Establish and monitor departmental KPIs and service standards.

  Audit, Compliance & Governance

  • Lead the coordination and management of external and internal audits.
  • Ensure timely completion of audit deliverables and statutory reporting obligations.
  • Liaise with auditors, tax consultants, company secretaries, regulators and other external stakeholders.
  • Maintain robust internal control frameworks and finance governance practices.
  • Monitor compliance with Bursa Malaysia Listing Requirements, Companies Act, accounting standards and other regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure timely implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions.

  Tax Management

  • Oversee corporate tax compliance across the Group.
  • Review tax provisions, tax computations and statutory tax filings.
  • Support transfer pricing compliance and related-party transaction reviews.
  • Manage withholding tax and cross-border tax compliance matters.
  • Assist the CFO in tax planning, restructuring and optimisation initiatives.
  • Coordinate with external tax advisors on tax-related matters.

  Budgeting, Forecasting & Performance Management

  • Coordinate annual budgeting and rolling forecast exercises.
  • Perform financial analysis and business performance reviews.
  • Monitor actual performance against budgets and forecasts.
  • Prepare variance analysis and provide recommendations to management.
  • Support business planning and decision-making through financial insights and analytical reporting.
  • Develop management dashboards and KPI reporting frameworks.

  ERP, Systems & Process Improvement

  • Act as finance lead for ERP and finance system enhancement initiatives.
  • Drive process automation and system optimisation projects.
  • Support continuous improvement of ERP and related finance systems.
  • Strengthen reporting capabilities, data quality and process efficiencies.
  • Lead finance transformation initiatives and standardisation efforts across the Group.

  Leadership & People Management

  • Lead, mentor and develop finance team members across the Group.
  • Foster a high-performance, accountability-driven culture.
  • Drive talent development and succession planning within the finance function.
  • Promote collaboration across departments and geographical locations.
  • Ensure adequate resource planning to support business growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline.
• Professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CA, ICAEW, CIMA or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant finance and accounting experience, and 3 years in a senior finance leadership position.
• Experience in a public listed company environment is preferred.
• Exposure to shipping, maritime, logistics, offshore or multinational operations will be an added advantage.
• Strong experience in consolidation, treasury, taxation, audit and corporate finance.

Preferred Attributes

• Possess technical competencies such as MFRS and IFRS financial reporting, group consolidation and financial management, treasury and cash flow management, taxation and transfer pricing, financial analysis and modelling, ERP systems, internal controls and governance frameworks.

• Strong commercial and business acumen, excellent stakeholder management skills, strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, ability to lead change and transformation initiatives, strong communication and presentation skills, and high integrity, professionalism and accountability would be an added advantage.

What we offer

At Lianson Fleet Group Berhad', we are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment for our employees. You can look forward to competitive remuneration, opportunities for career advancement, and a range of benefits that prioritise your wellbeing and work-life balance.

About us

Lianson Fleet Group Berhad' is a leading player in the Oil & Gas industry, with a strong presence in Malaysia and the surrounding region. Our mission is to deliver safe, reliable and efficient offshore and onshore operations, supported by a highly skilled and dedicated workforce. We are committed to innovation, sustainability and providing value to our customers and stakeholders.

Apply now and join our dynamic team!