Director/Senior Manager, Internal Control & Risk Compliance

ALBS is an Air Liquide entity in Kuala Lumpur, regrouping for the APAC scope its Business Service Centers (Kuala Lumpur and Shanghai) as well as the two Global Functions (IT, Digital and Procurement). Designed to derive optimal value by better leveraging technology, people and competencies, the ultimate goal is to boost efficiency and deliver outstanding and sustainable performance while keeping a strong focus on customer centricity. This Organization is striving for excellence, adopting the Best in Class models to deliver value through simplification and standardization of processes, while adhering to Internal controls and compliance requirements.

Global Business Service Centre APAC - Finance & HR

FIN BSC Established in Kuala Lumpur in early 2017, covering the transactions related to Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivables and Collections, General Ledger, Intercompany Transaction as well as Treasury.

HR BSC established in KL in early 2021, covering hire to retire activities which include employee data management, payroll, service desk as well as employee shares. SCope will expand to converting HRCOE activities which include L&D, Talent Management, Total Rewards etc.

Both functions manage the financial transactions as well as HR activities for Air Liquide entities in the APAC region. Both functions backed by a highly experienced group of finance personnel, the team work on Continuous Improvement Projects that leverage on new and emerging technologies as well as automation to drive operational and cost efficiencies, while progressively increasing expertise to enlarge the scope of activities such as reporting and IFRS implementation.

As the Internal Control & Risk Compliance Director, you will be responsible for overseeing and ensuring the effectiveness of GBSC APAC internal control framework which include developing, implementing, and maintaining the effective internal control procedures and processes to identify risks, evaluate controls and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

• Facilitate the documentation, review and implementation of policies and standards with BSCs function lead to ensure internal control compliance on an ongoing basis
• Prepare reports and presentations on internal control activities, findings, and recommendations for management and stakeholders.
• Investigate incidents of non-compliance or control deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
• Oversee the execution of management’s internal control assessment and scoping activities to ensure proper risk identification, process mapping and control linkage for a sustainable internal control framework which include the semi-annual Group Internal Control Reporting.
• Monitor changes in regulatory requirements and industry best practices to ensure ongoing compliance are updated accordingly.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify potential areas of vulnerability and recommend appropriate control measures which include the annual Group Risk Assessment reporting.
• Support APAC country on the internal / external Audit Planning and Execution - Plan, execute, and report on operational, financial, regulatory and compliance-related audits as well as ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
• Link risk assessment activity to the development of a strong annual compliance work plan.
• Design and approve all quality procedures for organization and monitor all compliance procedures and escalate discrepancies to management.
• Team Leadership and Development - Management of small team members, providing guidance and fostering a culture of compliance.
  
  

Are you a MATCH?

• Minimum of 10 years experience in the shared service finance & accounting environment.
• Experience with Accounting Shared Services centers in APAC region
• Internal Control or Internal Audit experience within a multinational company
• Good knowledge in accounting, consolidation, IFRS accounting standards
• Professional membership and or certification from Institute of Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA) or Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA)
• Must have progressive financial service experience
  
  

What We Offer:

• Hybrid work arrangement
• Office location (1Powerhouse) is accessible via MRT (Bandar Utama station)
• Highly engaged and empowered work culture
• Dynamic multinational team of more than 14 nationalities
• Continuous learning & development
  
  

We take care of our employees:

• Medical card coverage for self and dependents (outpatient and inpatient)
• Extended health & flexi benefits coverage (Child's specialist claim, Pap Smear, Mammogram, Self Relaxation Expenses, Fur Benefits etc.)
• Monthly NICE Program activities for team bonding and well-being lifestyles
  
  

About Air Liquide

A world leader in gases, technologies and services for Industry and Health, Air Liquide is present in 78 countries with approximately 64,500 employees and serves more than 3.8 million customers and patients. Oxygen, nitrogen and hydrogen are essential small molecules for life, matter and energy. They embody Air Liquide’s scientific territory and have been at the core of the company’s activities since its creation in 1902.

Our Differences make our Performance

At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.