Function Controller

What we offer

At Evonik, you’re part of a global chemical company working in many sectors that go beyond chemistry. From lipids for tomorrow’s medicines, biosurfactants for green detergents, additives for plastics recycling or membranes to help drive forward the energy transition, you’ll play an essential part in helping the world’s most essential industries succeed.

Our success hinges on a diversity of ideas powered by people, not egos. Whether you’re a scientist or engineer, new to the team or established, in business, production, or anything in between – we cheer each other on. Because we believe we can do anything. Explore everything. And Be Part of Something Special!

Find out more about the many benefits we offer:

https://www.evonik.com/en/careers/why.html


Meet the team and get to know the people behind Evonik:

https://www.evonik.com/en/news/meet-the-team.html

Strategic Planning & Forecasting

• Lead mid-term planning across cost, revenue, and CAPEX for global functions at group/regional level.
• Provide accurate forecasts of financial performance, ensuring alignment with market conditions and organizational priorities.
• Support functional structure setup or redesign, ensuring execution as planned
  

Financial Management & Analysis

• Support cost management and control within Board-approved targets.
• Develop cost management strategies, monitor spending, and identify savings opportunities.
  

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Process Improvement

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process optimization and harmonization.
• Contribute to discussions and team meetings to align efforts with organizational objectives.
• Provide financial support for projects, integrating budget considerations and assessing
  financial impacts.
  

Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting

• Ensure quality and accuracy of information for executive presentations.
• Assist teams in understanding goals and priorities, supporting delivery of high-quality results for stakeholders.
• Present findings and insights in a clear, professional manner to enable informed decision-making.

REQUIREMENTS

Education

• University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accountancy, or a related discipline.
• Professional certifications (CPA, ACCA, CFA) are an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum of 7 years in financial planning & analysis, with proven exposure at group or regional level.
• Experience in multinational or complex organizational environments preferred.
  

Analytical Expertise

• Strong conceptual and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear
  insights and actionable recommendations.
  

Communication

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  

Technical Proficiency

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint etc.
• Familiarity with Power BI, SAP or other ERP systems is an advantage.
  

Professional Attributes

• Results-driven, adept at balancing strategic vision with operational execution, with the ability to execute deep dive analysis if required
• Ability to thrive in dynamic, cross-functional environments and influence stakeholders effectively.
• A collaborative team player who can also operate with a high level of autonomy/ independence, demonstrating accountability and a strong sense of responsibility.

Your Application

To ensure that your application is proceeded as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply online via our careers portal. Further information about Evonik as Employer can be found at www.evonik.com/en/careers.html.

Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.

Your Talent Acquisition Manager:

Kelly Wong [C]

Company is

Evonik Malaysia