Plant Finance Controller (Southern Province)

A leading manufacturing organisation in Southern Province of Thailand is seeking a Plant Financial Controller (x1 vacancy) to act as a strategic financial partner for plant management, driving improvements in production cost and benefit. This role offers the opportunity to engage deeply with financial analysis, reporting, payroll, and accounting tasks while providing guidance and direction to a dedicated finance team.

As Plant Financial Controller, you will be at the heart of the finance department’s daily operations. Your responsibilities span collaborating with management on strategic planning, overseeing budgeting cycles, managing complex accounting functions for both plant operations and R&D activities, as well as analysing performance data to inform business decisions. You will ensure robust internal controls are maintained while developing cost estimates for innovative new products.

The package includes base salary + performance bonus + provident fund

• Collaborate closely with plant management to develop and implement financial strategies that improve production costs and maximise benefits across all operations.
• Lead the budgeting process by preparing detailed forecasts, conducting thorough analyses, and presenting findings to senior stakeholders for informed decision-making.
• Oversee comprehensive plant and R&D accounting activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting and timely completion of month-end processes.
• Analyse and report on the plant’s financial performance, identifying risks and opportunities to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Design, monitor, and ensure effective operation of internal controls within the finance function to maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
• Develop cost estimates for new products by working cross-functionally with R&D teams to support innovation projects.
• Conduct capital project reviews to assess financial viability and provide recommendations that align with organisational objectives.
• Support internal and external auditors by facilitating access to information and ensuring audit requirements are met efficiently.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to the finance team, nurturing talent development needs and aligning team goals with plant requirements.
• Review payroll processes comprehensively, approve employee payrolls, prepare manager payrolls and tax documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

What you bring:

To excel as Plant Financial Controller, you will bring substantial experience gained from senior roles within finance or accounting departments of manufacturing organisations—ideally multinational companies. Your academic background includes advanced qualifications in Accounting or Finance. You have honed technical skills through hands-on involvement in standard cost accounting practices while demonstrating managerial competence by guiding teams through complex operational challenges. Your ability to communicate effectively across cultures supports collaboration within global networks. Expertise in forecasting methods enables you to anticipate trends; budgeting proficiency ensures resource allocation aligns with strategic priorities; analytical prowess allows you to interpret financial reports accurately. Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as GAAP and SOX underpins your commitment to compliance. Advanced use of MS Excel/PowerPoint empowers you to present compelling analyses; ERP system experience facilitates efficient extraction of relevant data. Beyond technical abilities, your leadership style fosters trust among team members—you nurture their development needs while aligning their efforts with organisational objectives.

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Accounting or Finance is required for this role.
• At least eight years’ experience at management level within finance or accounting in a manufacturing environment at a multinational company is essential.
• Demonstrated high-level technical skills in accounting combined with proven managerial abilities within operations environments.
• Expertise in standard cost accounting practices is crucial for success in this position.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across global locations using strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in financial forecasting techniques as well as budgeting methodologies is necessary.
• Advanced knowledge of managerial financial reporting coupled with analytical capabilities is expected.
• Working familiarity with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) requirements is important.
• High proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint for data analysis and presentation purposes is required.
• Experience extracting data from main ERP systems to develop actionable insights is highly valued.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where every team member’s contribution is valued. Employees enjoy flexible working opportunities designed to promote work-life balance alongside generous pension contributions that secure their future wellbeing. Training programmes are regularly offered so you can continue expanding your knowledge base while advancing professionally within a supportive network led by experienced professionals who prioritise collaborative growth leadership. The company’s global reach means you’ll connect with colleagues worldwide—sharing best practices across diverse teams—and benefit from communal resources that encourage personal development. Safety culture is embedded throughout operations: regular EHS activities ensure compliance while promoting shared responsibility for wellbeing. The finance department itself is renowned for its knowledgeable staff who work together harmoniously towards common goals; supportive leadership ensures everyone feels empowered regardless of their role or background. By joining this organisation as Plant Financial Controller, you become part of a dependable team dedicated not only to operational excellence but also mutual respect—a place where your skills are recognised and nurtured over time.

Due to the high volume of applications, our team will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Robert Walters Recruitment (Thailand) Limited
Recruitment License No.: น. 1188 / 2551