Director - Seberang Perai
- Possesses foundational knowledge of freight forwarding and logistics, with an
- Demonstrates a strong grasp of shared service centre (SSC) models and end-to-end
- Brings a high level of financial control orientation, with a proactive mindset to
challenge existing norms and continuously enhance corporate standards and
governance frameworks.- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA, ACCA, or equivalent
- Minimum 12–15 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in a
- Strong knowledge of IFRS/local GAAP, tax regulations, and financial systems (e.g.,
SAP, CW1).• Proven track record in process improvement, change management, and cross
functional collaboration.- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
- Process Optimization: Experience in streamlining AP, AR, and GL functions.
- Automation & Systems: Proficiency in ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, CW1) and
- Service Delivery Excellence: Strong focus on SLAs, KPIs, and customer satisfaction
- Team Development: Ability to build, mentor, and retain high-performing finance
- Change Leadership: Skilled in managing transitions, such as SSC migrations or
- Stakeholder Engagement: Strong interpersonal skills to influence and collaborate with
- Fluent in English (written and spoken)
- Fluent local language is added advantage
- Proficiency in ERP systems like SAP or Microsoft Dynamics for managing financial
- Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, macros, and data modeling.
- Familiarity with business intelligence tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik for data
visualization and analytics
Detailed Responsibilities:
- Accountable for the overall financial and operational performance of the Regional
Shared Service Centre, ensuring alignment with business goals and service
excellence.- Partners with the Vice President of Asia Pacific, Cluster and Country CFOs, and
Regional Finance teams to shape and execute business service strategies and
operating models that support long-term growth.- Engages stakeholders to identify opportunities for service innovation and continuous
- Ensures all SSC operations reflect the company’s mission, values, and ethical
standards, maintaining full compliance with corporate policies and regulatory
requirements.- Strengthens the SSC’s external reputation, positioning IT as an employer of choice
- Leads risk management efforts within the SSC, collaborating with global process
- Drives global alignment by working closely with SSC leadership across regions to
harmonize processes, share best practices, and support enterprise-wide initiatives.
Leadership:
- Leads and empowers direct reports, fostering high-quality decision-making, service
- Cultivates a motivating and supportive work environment, aligning teams around
- Promotes open dialogue and inclusive collaboration, ensuring diverse perspectives
and best practices shape innovative business solutions that meet stakeholder
expectations.- Drives a disciplined culture of performance, regularly evaluating operational
- Champions strategic initiatives, sponsoring organizational projects and ensuring
timely, effective implementation.2
Stakeholder Management:
- Delivers consistent, high-quality services that exceed business partner expectations
- Leads proactive communication and change management efforts across the SSC and
- Defines and monitors performance metrics to drive operational excellence and ensure
- Builds and sustains collaborative relationships across countries, affiliates, and
- Serves as the primary escalation point for client concerns, resolving issues effectively
before senior leadership intervention is required.
People Management:
- Leads the development and execution of a comprehensive people strategy, including
organizational design, talent development, and a culture of engagement aligned with
SSC objectives.- Oversees staffing and workforce planning, actively participating in recruitment,
onboarding, training, and career development to build a high-performing, future-ready
team.- Sets clear goals and performance expectations at the leadership level, fostering
- Implements robust succession planning frameworks to ensure leadership continuity
- Cultivates a positive and inclusive work environment that enhances employee
- EPF, SOCSO & EIS contributions provided
- Medical Insurance
- Sick Leave & Annual Leave included