Monroe Consulting Group, an award-winning executive recruitment firm, is recruiting on behalf of a global leader in the automotive manufacturing industry. Our client is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Financial Controller to lead the financial setup and ongoing financial management of the new automotive manufacturing plant in Rayong, Thailand.
The Financial Controller will play a key role in establishing the financial systems, processes, and controls to support plant operations, while ensuring compliance with local regulations and corporate policies. This role requires hands-on involvement in budgeting, forecasting, cost control, CAPEX management, and financial reporting
Job Responsibilities
Establish and implement financial policies, internal controls, and reporting structures from the ground up.
Support CAPEX planning, monitoring, and reporting for plant construction and equipment installation.
Monitor production costs, BOM, labor, and overhead to ensure accurate product costing.
Prepare annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and variance analyses to support operational efficiency.
Act as a financial business partner to the Plant Manager and other department heads.
Provide insights and financial analysis to support key decisions in procurement, production, inventory, and logistics.
Oversee timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with Thai GAAP and group reporting standards.
Ensure compliance with tax, audit, and legal requirements applicable to the plant.
Coordinate with external auditors, tax consultants, and internal teams as required.
Job Requirements
Proven years of experience as a senior finance or controller role within a manufacturing environment (preferably automotive).
Strong experience in plant finance, cost accounting, and CAPEX management.
Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and advanced Excel/Power BI skills.
Excellent knowledge of Thai GAAP, IFRS, tax regulations, and compliance standards.
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Fluent in Thai and proficient in English (both written and spoken).
