HR Partner IV - RBA Lead

Finance Controller

Responsibilities: <ul><li>RBA Compliance &amp; Customer Expectations</li><li>Lead full implementation of RBA Code of Conduct to meet strict customer audit requirements.</li><li>Align site practices with both:</li><li>RBA standards</li><li>Malaysian labour regulations (Employment Act, Act 446, etc.)</li><li>Act as the primary interface with customers for all RBA/social compliance matters.</li></ul> Audit Management <ul><li>Own and manage:</li><li>RBA VAP audits</li><li>Customer social compliance audits</li><li>Prepare full audit readiness including:</li><li>Documentation (payroll, time records, policies)</li><li>Site walkthroughs and mock audits</li><li>Worker interview preparation</li><li>Drive fast turnaround of CAPA closures</li></ul> Foreign Worker &amp; Labour Compliance (Core Focus Area) <ul><li>Oversee compliance in:</li><li>Recruitment practices (agents, fees, contracts)</li><li>Passport handling and freedom of movement</li><li>Working hours &amp; overtime (strict monitoring required)</li><li>Ensure compliance with:</li><li>Zero forced labour expectations (high scrutiny from US/EU customers)</li><li>Partner with HR and hostel management on:</li><li>Worker onboarding &amp; orientation</li><li>Multilingual communication (BM, English, Bengali/Nepali/etc.)</li></ul> Dormitory &amp; Worker Welfare Management <ul><li>Ensure compliance with:</li><li>Act 446 (Workers’ Minimum Standards of Housing and Amenities)</li><li>RBA housing requirements</li><li>Conduct routine dorm inspections (cleanliness, density, safety).</li><li>Address welfare concerns quickly to prevent escalation into audit findings.</li></ul> Shopfloor Integration <ul><li>Work closely with production to ensure:</li><li>Overtime practices are controlled and compliant.</li><li>Line supervisors understand labour limits.</li><li>Conduct regular checks on attendance, OT, and operator conditions.</li><li>Ensure RBA practices are embedded in operations, not just documentation.</li></ul> EHS &amp; Chemical Compliance Alignment <ul><li>Collaborate with EHS on:</li><li>Chemical management (important in semiconductor/PCB environment)</li><li>PPE and safety compliance</li><li>Support alignment with:</li><li>ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 (common certifications in Penang plants)</li></ul> Supplier &amp; Subcon Compliance Support <ul><li>Support screening and monitoring of:</li><li>Local subcontractors, service providers, and labour suppliers</li><li>Ensure alignment with customer expectations on extended supply chain compliance.</li></ul> Training &amp; Awareness (Multicultural Workforce) <ul><li>Conduct practical, easy-to-understand training for:</li><li>Operators (often foreign workers)</li><li>Supervisors and line leaders</li><li>Use multilingual materials and real-life examples.</li></ul> Reporting &amp; Continuous Improvement <ul><li>Maintain audit documentation and compliance trackers.</li><li>Provide regular updates to management on: Risk areas, Audit readiness and Customer feedback</li><li>Drive continuous improvements to maintain competitiveness</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Diploma / Degree in any field, or related field.</li><li>Minimum 7–10 years in: RBA / CSR / Social Compliance / HR Compliance / EHS</li><li>Strong preference for candidates with: Penang E&amp;E / semiconductor / EMS industry</li><li>Proven track record handling customer audits</li></ul>

&nbsp;ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Financial Controller is responsible for the overall financial management of the manufacturing business as well as the regional office in the UAE. Leading a team of 4, the role focuses on business partnering, accounting, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, compliance, audit, tax and treasury functions. Financial Accounting &amp; Reporting • Lead the Finance team to deliver accurate and timely accounting and reporting • Ensure compliance with local regulations, IFRS and Group policies • Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes • Provide stakeholders with reports and response to information requests. Business Partnering • Be a strong business partner to the site management team, working closely to grow the business, increase profitability and cash and achieve the Group’s business objectives. • Support the General Manager in analyzing business results and drivers, preparing slides for business reviews with local management team and Group. • Support the Commercial team in securing business including fast turnaround for quotations, new customer set up, having efficient processes as well as collections. • Support the Operations team with analysis and valuable insights, cost and variance reports. Compliance &amp; Controls •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ensure compliance with local regulations and Group’s policies and procedures such as Code of Ethics, Know Your Customer/Supplier, trade compliance regulations with a high level of integrity •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Implement key controls in accordance with the Groups standards •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Evaluate business processes for efficiency and internal control improvement •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ability to identify risk and work with stakeholders to mitigate them •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Work with external and internal auditors to deliver desired outcomes Treasury &amp; Secretarial •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Compliance with the Group’s Treasury policy •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Provide accurate cash-flow forecasting •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Monitor and manage working capital, capex and cash •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Oversee banking, insurance and company secretarial matters Cost Recharge &amp; Transfer Pricing •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Oversees financial operations for both the Dubai manufacturing site and regional office. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Lead the cost recharge process for global support activities, ensuring transparency and compliance with intercompany agreements. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Collaborate with finance teams in Indonesia, Thailand, and Hungary to align cost allocation methodologies. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Maintain robust transfer pricing documentation and ensure alignment with OECD guidelines. Tax Grant Compliance •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Act as the gatekeeper for business activities under the 0% tax grant, ensuring operations remain within approved scope. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Monitor and document business transactions to demonstrate ongoing compliance with grant conditions. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Liaise with legal and tax advisors to manage risks and respond to regulatory inquiries. Risk Management &amp; Governance •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Conduct regular risk assessments across financial operations, including cost recharge, transfer pricing, AR, and banking. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Proactively identify and escalate financial risks, and lead cross-functional resolution efforts. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Support internal and external audits, ensuring readiness and transparency. Strategic Collaboration •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Partner with global and regional finance teams to drive operational efficiency and financial integrity. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Facilitate knowledge sharing and process harmonization across sites. QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Degree in Accounting •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;More than 15 years of experience with recent years as a Financial Controller in a manufacturing MNC •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Hands on experience in costing and manufacturing finance, •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Strong working knowledge of accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, compliance, audit, tax and treasury functions. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Familiarity with IFRS and UAE regulations •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Hands on experience reporting in Hyperion/Cognos •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Strong business partner to General Manager, Operations Manager and other functional heads •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Strong leadership, influencing and communication skills, strong drive for results, analytical, good organization and with the ability to work with different cultures and all levels of an organization. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Proficiency in ERP systems - SAP and advanced Excel. •Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed organization.

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