Director, Financial Reporting & Controls – Major FI (KL-based)
Our client is a major financial institution with established presence in the region. It is seeking to hire a Director, Financial Reporting & Controls in Kuala Lumpur.
Responsibilities
You will lead the end-to-end design and execution of the SOX compliance programme, ensuring strong governance over financial reporting across the region. This includes overseeing internal controls design, implementation, testing, and reporting for senior leadership and the Audit Committee. You will engage with business units, finance teams, IT, risk, and external auditors to ensure consistent SOX practices and timely issue resolution.
Requirements
The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with strong expertise in SOX compliance and internal controls over financial reporting, ideally with experience in Big 4 audit firms, listed companies or the financial services sector. This role focuses on Asia, requiring excellent stakeholder management, team leadership, and the ability to navigate evolving SOX requirements. You are detail-oriented, solution-driven, and comfortable working with complex systems and reporting tools. While SOX experience is preferred, strong finance professionals will be considered.
To Apply
Please submit your resume to Er Hann Ooi at eh@kerryconsulting.com, quoting the job title and reference number EH33806. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates are notified.
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