Finance Controller

1.  Job Purpose :

· provide company over the cost accounting function, including the set-up and review of overhead rates.

· Application of cost accounting requirements/guidance and identification of management risks.

· Identification of corresponding journal entries of Costing.

· Support of budgeting and monthly cost accounting analysis including new product costing

· Monitor and reconcile inventory reserves, shrink and obsolescence where necessary.

2.    Main Responsibilities (หน้าที่ความรับผิดชอบหลัก):

1. Financial Leadership & Strategy

· Lead the financial planning and analysis (FP&A) function, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial strategy.

· Provide strategic financial insights to support business decisions and improve profitability.

· Partner with operations and senior leadership to drive cost efficiency and margin improvement.

2. Financial Reporting & Compliance

· Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP/IFRS.

· Perform in-depth financial analysis and prepare comprehensive monthly reporting packages for presentation to the management team, highlighting key performance indicators, variances, and actionable insights.

· Lead the presentation of monthly financial and operational performance during the Monthly Operating Review (MOR), ensuring clarity, accuracy, and alignment with business objectives.

· Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and reporting requirements.

· Coordinate internal and external audits and manage relationships with auditors.

· Work closely with the Global Shared Service Center (GSSC) to ensure accurate and timely accounting entries, resolve discrepancies, and maintain alignment with corporate accounting standards.

3. Cost Accounting & Manufacturing Finance

· Manage and improve cost accounting processes, including standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation.

· Analyze production costs and recommend actions to optimize cost structures.

· Collaborate with plant managers and supply chain teams to monitor and control manufacturing expenses.

· Work closely with business units to monitor ongoing cycle counts, ensuring accuracy of inventory records. Analyze results and adjustments, investigate variances, and resolve issues using root cause analysis.

· Support unit cost calculation and selling price determination for new product development, ensuring alignment with financial targets and market competitiveness.

4. Internal Controls & Risk Management

· Develop, implement, and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity.

· Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies.

· Ensure adherence to corporate policies and procedures.

5. Team Leadership & Development

· Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth.

· Set clear performance objectives and conduct regular evaluations.

· Support succession planning and talent development within the finance function.

6. Systems & Process Improvement

· Drive automation and digitalization of financial processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.

· Lead ERP system enhancements and ensure data integrity across financial systems.

· Champion best practices in financial operations and reporting.

7. Strategic Projects & Business Support

· Support M&A activities, capital investment analysis, and other strategic initiatives.

· Provide financial modeling and scenario analysis for business cases and investment decisions.

· Perform feasibility studies for new projects, ensuring sound financial justification and alignment with strategic goals.

· Evaluate and monitor return on investment (ROI) for new initiatives, providing recommendations to optimize financial outcomes.

·  Act as a key business partner to cross-functional teams.

·  Take ownership of ad-hoc financial analysis, reporting, and strategic assignments as directed by the Group Director-Finance, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.

8. Standards Maintenance & Compliance

· Maintain and ensure adherence to company and regulatory standards related to Quality, Safety, Hygiene, Environment, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and other standards and compliance.

· Collaborate with relevant departments to support audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.

· Promote a culture of compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement across all financial operations.

3. Qualifications and Experience:

· Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.

· Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive experience in finance roles, preferably within manufacturing.

· Strong knowledge of cost accounting, financial reporting standards, and compliance.

· Experience working with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.

· Proven leadership and team management skills.

· Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills.

· Ability to work collaboratively across functions and with global teams.

· Good command of English