Financial Controller

TOPPAN Security

. Lead and manage the Finance Department, ensuring effective financial processes, controls, systems, and reporting in line with Group policies and accounting standards .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeMaltaSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial management, including oversight of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, payroll, and General Ledger activities. Proficient in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial governance, with strong analytical skills to support decision-making and performance improvement.

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Fully Qualified Accountant (MIA, CIMA, ACCA)10+ Years Relevant Experience in Finance5+ Years Management Experience in FinanceStrong Knowledge of Financial Controls and ComplianceProficient in Microsoft Excel and Financial Systems

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Hard Skills

Financial ManagementBudgetingForecastingCash Flow ManagementVariance AnalysisCost ControlFinancial ReportingAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivablePayroll Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationStakeholder ManagementAnalytical Problem-SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeFinancial Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

MIACIMAACCA

Industry Keywords

Financial GovernanceStatutory ComplianceRegulatory RequirementsManufacturing FinanceInventory Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage the Finance Department, ensuring effective financial processes, controls, systems, and reporting in line with Group policies and accounting standards
Manage Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and payroll activities, ensuring accurate and timely processing, payments, collections, and compliance
Maintain ownership of the General Ledger and ensure accurate and efficient accounting processes
Prepare and manage cash flow forecasts, analyse variances against plan, and identify actions to support business cash flow requirements
Ensure statutory, regulatory, and tax filings are completed accurately and within required deadlines
Manage intercompany accounting and act as the primary liaison with local banking partners, overseeing reconciliations and resolving discrepancies
Partner with operational management as a strategic finance business partner, providing KPI dashboards, financial analysis, and insights to support performance and decision-making
Prepare labour and material variance analyses, identify key cost drivers, and collaborate with managers on improvement initiatives
Support budgets and forecasts, analysing labour and machine resource requirements, cost structures, and financial variances against plan
Conduct cost centre and job close-out reviews to identify performance trends, costing improvements, and operational efficiencies
Manage inventory controls, including identification and appropriate provisioning of slow-moving and obsolete inventory
Prepare budget, forecast, and variance analysis reports for Head Office in line with Group reporting requirements
Support financial governance, controls, process improvements, and the effective operation of the Finance Department
Promote a collaborative team environment and build effective working relationships across functions and locations
Ensure full compliance with TOPPAN policies, procedures, standards, ethics, and the Code of Business Principles

Requirements

What you’ll need

Fully qualified accountant (MIA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent)
At least 10 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, financial control, or financial management
At least 5 years of proven management experience, including responsibility for leading and developing Finance teams
Proven background in financial control, accounting, or financial management, including responsibility for Finance teams and oversight of AP, AR, payroll, and General Ledger activities
Strong knowledge of payroll, accounts payable, tax compliance, financial controls, statutory and regulatory requirements, accounting standards, and financial governance
Sound understanding of budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, cost control, variance analysis, and performance management
Manufacturing background is an advantage, with knowledge of inventory, cost centres, labour and material costs, and expenditure reviews considered desirable
Strong ability to work with internal and external stakeholders and provide effective financial support to the wider business
Strong Microsoft Excel skills, with proficiency in other Microsoft Office applications and financial systems considered an advantage
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to organise and analyse large volumes of information, identify issues, and manage multiple priorities effectively
Demonstrated ability to lead, support, and develop Finance team members
Strong communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills
Based in Malta
Must be legally eligible to work in the country of employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer policy
Collaborative and global work environment
Opportunity to work in a technology-driven organization focused on identity and payment technologies
Culture emphasizing Agility, Ownership, Resilience, and a Sense of Fun