Financial Controller - South East Asia
Senior regional finance role driving control, compliance and insight across high-growth SEA markets and contributing to Group Reporting functions
What You’ll Be Doing
This is a senior finance role with end-to-end accountability for Deswik’s Southeast Asia entities. Operating at Financial Controller level, you will take ownership of financial control, statutory compliance, audit and tax, while acting as a trusted partner to Group Finance, Sandvik entities in the region, and regional leadership.
The role blends hands-on oversight with strategic influence, offering exposure across both regional operations and Group reporting in a complex, multi-country environment.
The role blends hands-on oversight with strategic influence, offering exposure across both regional operations and Group reporting in a complex, multi-country environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Full financial control across SEA entities, including statutory reporting, audit, tax and governance
- Lead and manage external providers and overseas accountants, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and compliance
- Own audit and tax outcomes, working closely with Group Finance, Sandvik and external advisors
- Provide senior-level business partnering to sales, business development and country leadership for setting financial targets and ongoing follow ups
- Oversee financial risk, strengthen controls, and drive continuous improvement across the region
- Contribute to Group reporting functions including monthly reporting, internal controls and audit with approximately 30% Group focus
- Act as a regional finance authority, balancing commercial realities with compliance discipline
About You
- Established Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager with strong judgement and ownership mindset
- Deep expertise in financial accounting, audit, tax and multi-entity compliance
- Proven hands-on experience with end-to-end accounting for SEA entities including complex multi-country environments
- Confident engaging and influencing senior, demanding stakeholders
- Comfortable leading through influence rather than direct authority
- CA / CPA qualified with strong IFRS capability
Why Deswik?
Work That Matters
We’re not just a software company—we’re engineers helping engineers. Your work will directly improve how mines operate.
Culture That Connects
Founded on friendship and technical excellence, Deswik offers a relaxed yet high-performing environment. We trust our people and give them room to grow.
Flexibility That Works
Enjoy a hybrid schedule—2 days WFH, 3 days in our Brisbane office. We support work-life balance with autonomy and mutual respect.
Perks That Count
- Competitive salary
- Annual bonus
- Peer recognition program
- Access to counselling services for you and your family
- CPD Support Opportunities to collaborate with global regional finance teams
About Deswik
Deswik is a global leader in mine planning software and consulting, with over 490 professionals across 13 countries. Our tools are used at 900+ operations worldwide, and we invest heavily in R&D to stay ahead. We’re proud to be part of the mining industry's digital transformation.
Ready to Join Us?
If you’re a experienced financial professional with SEA experience who thrives on solving real-world problems and interacting with multiple stakeholders, we’d love to hear from you.