Business Unit Controller (Finance Business Partner)
Job Description:
Our client is a leading Electrical Solutions Provider.
Position: Business Unit Controller (Finance Business Partner)
Type of Hiring: Permanent
Working Hours: Monday – Friday
Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Starting Date: ASAP
Job Description:
We are looking for a strong Operating Unit Controller to partner with business leaders and drive financial performance across assigned business units. This role will lead financial planning, monitoring, and analysis while supporting strategic decision-making and ensuring financial governance.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as a finance business partner to business leaders, supporting strategy development and execution
- Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for the assigned business unit
- Monitor financial performance (P&L, margins, cash flow) and provide actionable insights to improve profitability
- Translate business strategies into financial plans, KPIs, and measurable targets
- Perform financial analysis, scenario planning, and provide recommendations for key business decisions
- Drive cost optimization, productivity improvement, and working capital management
- Identify and manage financial and commercial risks, ensuring compliance with corporate policies and standards
- Oversee financial reporting accuracy, transparency, and timely closing activities
- Establish and maintain internal controls and support internal/external audits
- Collaborate with regional/global finance teams, accounting, and shared service centers
- Lead and develop finance team members (e.g., FP&A analysts, project controllers)
- Ensure compliance with local regulations and company policies
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is an advantage
- 5+ years of experience in finance, preferably in business controlling, FP&A, or commercial finance
- Experience with P&L management and team leadership
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into business insights
- Hands-on experience with SAP (S/4HANA is a plus) and financial systems
- Self-driven, results-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
- Excellent communication and ability to work in a multinational environment
- Proactive mindset with ability to drive change and continuous improvement
- Good command of English
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work in a global and dynamic environment
- Exposure to strategic decision-making and business leadership
- Career growth in a regional finance role
Required Skills:
Data Analysts Support Capital Development Business Units Management Skills P&L Transparency Financial Planning Analysis Compliance Internal Controls Hiring Cash Flow Stakeholder Management Decision-Making Analytical Skills Financial Reporting Financial Analysis Continuous Improvement Optimization SAP Cash Forecasting Team Leadership Strategy Budgeting Regulations Accounting Finance Planning Business English Leadership Communication Management