Business Control Executive

Job Description

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational Business Control

Support the execution of key business control activities to ensure operational processes are performed consistently and in accordance with established policies and control requirements.

• Review payment request forms submitted by destination offices to ensure completeness, supporting documentation, appropriate approvals and compliance with internal control requirements.

• Liaise with destination offices, Treasury and relevant stakeholders to resolve operational and payment-related matters in a timely manner.

• Monitor cash balances, identify unusual movements or excess balances, and escalate observations where appropriate.

• Perform periodic reviews of business control records to ensure accuracy, completeness and audit readiness.

Process, Governance & Continuous Improvement

Participate in strengthening business processes, governance practices and control frameworks while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

• Maintain and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), process documentation and governance records.

• Support the implementation and maintenance of policies, business control frameworks and operational risk initiatives.

• Participate in process reviews, identify opportunities to improve controls or operational efficiency, and support implementation of agreed improvements.

• Contribute to digitalisation, automation and AI-enabled initiatives that enhance process effectiveness and reduce manual work.

• Prepare reports, dashboards and management information to support governance activities and business decision-making.

Regional Projects & Business Support

Provide coordination and analytical support for regional initiatives, cross-functional projects and business transformation activities.

• Coordinate with stakeholders across regional offices to facilitate timely completion of assigned deliverables and follow-up actions.

• Support regional governance initiatives, process improvement projects and new business implementation where required.

• Prepare presentation materials, meeting documentation and project updates.

• Undertake ad-hoc assignments and special projects as required.

Required Qualification(s)

Responsibilities and Skills

QUALIFICATION

·        Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics or related disciplines.

·        Candidates with 2–5 years of relevant experience in Finance, Accounting, Audit, Business Operations, Governance or similar functions are preferred.

·        Fresh graduates with strong learning agility, curiosity and willingness to explore business processes beyond routine tasks are also welcome to apply.

·        Candidates with exposure to process improvement, automation or digital tools will be an advantage.

COMPETENCIES

·        Patient, meticulous and detail-oriented, with commitment to accuracy and completeness.

·        Open to leveraging digital tools, automation solutions and emerging technologies to improve work efficiency and process effectiveness.

·        Curious, proactive and willing to continuously learn new business processes and industry practices.

·        Takes ownership of assigned responsibilities and follows through independently with minimal supervision.

·        Able to analyse information, identify issues and support practical solutions.

·        Comfortable working through ambiguity by structuring problems and clarifying requirements.

·        Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders across different countries and functions.

·        Able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment and adapt to changing business needs.

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