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Financial Controller

Employer
GSK
Location
Petaling Jaya, MY
Salary
Competitive Salary
Closing date
Dec 2, 2020

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Job Role
Controller
Sector
Finance
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) is a science-led global healthcare company with a special purpose: to help people do more, feel better, live longer. GSK has been operating for over 60 years in Malaysia and grown substantially both in its infrastructure, business operations as well as talent base spreading across its four business entities - Pharmaceuticals & Vaccines, Consumer Healthcare, Business Service Centre and Consumer Healthcare Supply Chain.

As Financial Controller , you are responsible for the performance of the finance team with high degree of transition and adjustment whilst sustaining high quality standards supporting the relevant Finance Directors (FD) for their Business Unit and Markets by delivering right first-time reporting and analysis which is insightful, fast and supports the business to develop accurate plans in a strong controls and assurance environment.

Your will be responsible for managing a team of finance professional deployed for the scope in a complex multi-layer organisational structure, engaging with senior stakeholders (escalation point of contact for the business). Your scope will vary depending on the size & complexity of the markets to be supported & could also have responsibility solely for a Tier 1 market. The role helps to deliver the Finance vision of a "world class finance function recognised by industry, the profession and our people" which underpins the GSK vision.

This includes but is not limited to:
  • Accountable for the reporting of financial results for the Tier 1 entity with commentary including income, balance sheet and cash flow which is accurate, complete and:

    Fully compliant with all relevant accounting standards, current best practices and any other regulations

    Consistently applies accounting policies which are appropriate to the current business environment

    Compliant with all aspects of the internal / external financial control environment

    Delivers insight to the business in key areas of risk, growth and performance making recommendations for continuous improvements and remedial action as required
  • Manages a team of Financial Controllers, Assistant Financial Controllers and Financial Analysts, always in alignment with GSK Values & Expectations, drive individual & team performance, ensure recruitment of staff at the required calibre / skills & experience, develop / coach / mentor your team members and create strong succession plans for key roles while fostering engagement and motivation in the team.
  • Provide oversight & direction for all aspects of the financial month end review process, including Inventory & Profit release, OE and Headcount reporting requirements this will also require co-ordination of activities across markets in the Region, Genpact and any other third parties.
  • Consolidation, analysis and interpretation of results and ensures that there are no surprises
  • Owns the balance sheets of all markets
  • Contribute into business review meetings as appropriate
  • Oversight of statutory account process, external and internal financial audits for their Regional Segment they are responsible for
  • Drive improvement to the delivery of financial reporting & analysis including local, regional and BPO teams under its remit

  • Why You?

    We are looking for people who appreciate the importance of #patientfocus and strive to continuously improve our performance and practices. We work in an open and transparent environment so by joining GSK you will be someone who treats others with respect and integrity - as you will be treated yourself.

    Ideally, we are looking for a Finance professional with the below:
  • Have extensive post qualification experience as Finance Controller, preferably within a similar operating model and the same sector
  • Are a Qualified accountant

  • WHY GSK?

    GSK's dedication to the wellbeing of our employees is reflected in the benefits we offer; including healthcare for yourself and dependents, performance related bonus, etc. We also offer a range of employee health and wellbeing programs including our truly unique Partnership for Prevention program, a global commitment by GSK to provide all employees with up to 40 preventative healthcare services bringing to life our mission to: do more, feel better and live longer.

    Our goal is to be one of the world's most innovative, best performing and trusted healthcare companies. We believe that we all bring something unique to GSK and when we combine our knowledge, experiences and styles together, the impact is incredible. Come join our adventure at GSK where you will be inspired to do your best work for our patients and consumers. A place where you can be you, feel good and keep growing.

    If you would like to join us in innovating and inspiring changes in the industry, we urge you to apply online.

    *LI-GSK

    Our goalis to be one of the world's most innovative, best performing and trusted healthcare companies. We believe that we all bring something unique to GSK and when we combine our knowledge, experiences and styles together, the impact is incredible. Come join our adventure at GSK where you will be inspired to do your best work for our patients and consumers. A place where you can be you, feel good and keep growing.

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