About Asia Pulp & Paper and Laris Global
Asia Pulp & Paper (APP) is one of the worlds largest integrated paper group with over 100,000 employees. APP products are sold in over 150 countries worldwide with manufacturing units around the world.
Laris Global Company (Thailand) Limited is a subsidiary in APP Group with state-of-the-art tissue manufacturing facility in Thailand. Laris Global sells tissue products across channels in Thailand Retail, Away from Home and E-commerce, under its brands Paseo, Nice, Livi and Cleancare. Learn more about Asia Pulp & Paper (APP) path to operational excellence by reading our Sustainability Reports and Forest Conservation Policy at https://app.co.id/sustainability-roadmap-vision-2030
Position Overview :-
The Regional Cost Controller is responsible for overseeing and managing all cost-related activities within the region. This role ensures accurate cost analysis, budget control, and reporting, providing strategic insights to support management in driving profitability, operational efficiency, and financial sustainability. Perform cost analysis covering international market (USA, Australia, New Zealand, Thailand, Taiwan, Korea & India). This role will reports to Chief Financial Officer, Tissue International business.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Cost Management & Control
- Develop, implement, and maintain cost control systems, procedures, and policies across the region.
- Monitor direct and indirect costs, overheads, and project-related expenditures.
- Track variances between actual and standard/budgeted costs, and recommend corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with corporate cost accounting policies and regional regulations.
2. Budgeting & Forecasting
- Support regional budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
- Provide cost analysis and input into pricing strategies, project tenders, and investment proposals.
- Collaborate with business units to develop accurate cost estimates and performance targets.
3. Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual cost reports, highlighting key variances and trends.
- Conduct profitability analysis by product, project, plant, or business unit.
- Provide management with actionable insights to optimize cost efficiency.
4. Business Partnering
- Work closely with plant controllers, project managers, supply chain, and operations teams.
- Support decision-making with data-driven analysis and recommendations.
- Act as a financial advisor for regional leadership on cost-related matters.
5. Internal Controls & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to internal financial controls and audit requirements.
- Standardize costing practices across the region.
- Implement best practices and continuous improvements in cost accounting and reporting.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent financial modelling and reporting capabilities.
- Business partnering mindset with the ability to communicate with non-finance stakeholders.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA, CMA, or ACCA preferred).
- Minimum 1015 years of relevant finance/costing experience, with at least 3 years in a regional or multi-country role.
- Strong knowledge of cost accounting, budgeting, and variance analysis.
- Experience in FMCG, Manufacturing
- Proficient in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and advanced Excel/BI tools.
