Financial Controller, SEA

Medtronic

. Deliver financial closing and reporting in compliance with US GAAP and in-scope countries’ statutory financial standards .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timePetaling Jaya • MalaysiaSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive knowledge in financial and management accounting, compliance with US GAAP and local financial reporting standards, and effective leadership in team development and process improvement. Proven ability to manage complex financial operations, including tax compliance, internal controls, and stakeholder collaboration.

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US GAAP ComplianceFinancial Reporting StandardsSAP FI Modules ExpertiseInternal/SOX Control ImplementationTax Compliance Management

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Hard Skills

Financial AccountingManagement AccountingData Analytical SkillsProcess ImprovementTax ComplianceCredit Risk ControlFinancial ReportingStatutory AuditsTransfer PricingChange Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsInfluential CommunicationCollaboration SkillsPresentation SkillsCritical Thinking

Tools & Technologies

SAP FISAP BW

Certifications & Qualifications

CACPAACCACIMAProject Management Certification

Industry Keywords

MNC ExperienceFinancial ClosingRegulatory ReportingTreasury ManagementCorporate Tax Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver financial closing and reporting in compliance with US GAAP and in-scope countries’ statutory financial standards
Review and sign off balance sheet account reconciliations and attest balance sheet controls
Ensure timely statutory and regulatory reporting, including audits and tax filings
Lead and provide accounting services across value streams with support from shared services center and BPO
Oversee local entity banking, funding, and foreign exchange management with Treasury
Oversee local entity corporate tax, indirect tax, transfer pricing tax, and compliance with Tax functions
Oversee credit and collections with Credit functions
Own company finance policy and internal controls
Implement and oversee SOX control framework and deliverables
Provide fiduciary oversight for in-scope countries’ legal entities in support of local entity boards
Act as gatekeeper for company assets
Drive and support internal audit corrective and preventive actions
Support country initiatives with accounting and tax compliance advice
Support global finance and accounting initiatives, including new accounting standards implementation
Deliver continuous process improvements and best practices across accounting value streams
Participate in cross-functional initiatives to improve the control environment
Identify and contribute to working capital and free cash flow improvements
Participate in business planning and legal/compliance reviews to identify, assess, and address controllership, financial, and tax risks
Lead and develop a high-performing and inclusive team
Support inclusion, diversity, equity, and ethics initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

University degree in accounting or finance or relevant discipline
Accounting qualification (e.g. CA, CPA, ACCA, CIMA etc)
Progressive track record with 12+ years working experience with MNCs
Minimum 5 years+ experience in SEA countries (excl. SGP/MYS)
3-5 years+ people manager experience preferred
Extensive knowledge about financial and management accounting
US GAAP and/or IFRS exposure
In-depth understanding of in scope countries’ Financial Reporting Standards and other relevant regulations, including Company Act, tax and audit regulations
Hands-on experience dealing with direct, indirect tax, transfer price compliance subjects, statutory auditors, and regulatory agencies
Effective interpersonal, influential, collaboration and presentation skills
Strong data analytical and reporting skills
Proven people and team development and leadership skills
Strong technical experience preferably in SAP FI modules with deep process knowledge across finance and accounting value streams (R2R, P2P, EE, OTC, Fixed Assets, Inventory/intercompany)
Experience in internal/SOX control framework implementation and improvement
Proven records in process improvements and ability to establish process excellence / best practices
Strong ability to partner with sales and commercial teams on accounts receivable/DSO management, credit risk control, and collections
Strong partnership ability supporting business initiatives with sound accounting and compliance advice
Working knowledge of SAP BW reporting / data automation
Project Management / Process improvement / change management certifications
Proactive communication and collaboration with regional and local stakeholders
Ability to drive change and demonstrate situational leadership
Critical thinking and healthy skepticism
Process expertise and solution-oriented mindset
Team leadership and team growth experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Continuous training and long-term career growth development opportunities
Competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
Wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support employees at every career and life stage
Short-term incentive: Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP)