The Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing all financial operations of the business in Thailand, ensuring robust financial control, statutory compliance, accurate reporting, and effective financial planning. The role supports senior management with timely financial insights and ensures alignment with corporate and regional financial policies.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting
- Oversee day-to-day finance operations including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and cash flow management.
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS and local Thai accounting standards.
- Ensure timely and accurate management reporting, budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis.
- Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support business decision-making.
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Lead the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.
- Monitor financial performance against budget and explain variances.
- Support business leaders with financial planning and cost control initiatives.
Statutory & Tax Compliance
- Ensure full compliance with Thai statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements.
- Manage corporate income tax, VAT, withholding tax, and other statutory filings.
- Act as the main liaison with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities.
- Coordinate and manage annual audits and statutory reporting deadlines.
Internal Controls & Risk Management
- Establish and maintain strong internal controls, policies, and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with corporate governance and internal audit requirements.
- Identify financial risks and implement mitigation measures.
Leadership & Stakeholder Management
- Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team.
- Collaborate closely with regional finance, operations, and business leaders.
- Support regional and global finance initiatives and reporting requirements.
Systems & Process Improvement
- Oversee financial systems and ensure data integrity and efficiency.
- Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, controls, and reporting.
- Support system implementations or upgrades where required.
