Cost Controller

Location: Petaling Jaya, Selangor,Malaysia Job ID: R0134038 Date Posted: 2026-09-21 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY MALAYSIA SDN. BHD. Profession (Job Category): Finance Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: At Hitachi Energy, our purpose is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We are looking for a Cost Controller to support financial planning, cost management, forecasting, and performance analysis across our project and operational activities. In this role, you will partner closely with project managers, business leaders, and finance stakeholders to ensure accurate cost control, financial transparency, and effective resource utilization. You will play a key role in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and driving continuous improvement in financial processes. How You'll Make an Impact • Develop, implement, and maintain effective cost control processes and financial governance measures. • Prepare budgets, forecasts, and cost estimates for projects and operational activities. • Monitor actual performance against budgets and forecasts, identify variances, and provide meaningful financial analysis and recommendations. • Analyze project and operational costs, with particular focus on resource and labour-related expenditures. • Partner with project managers and business leaders to improve cost efficiency and optimize resource allocation. • Conduct regular financial and cost performance reviews and support decision-making with data-driven insights. • Prepare and maintain cost rate structures across countries and support quarterly reviews. • Participate in month-end and year-end closing activities related to cost reporting and management accounting. • Review cost allocations and ensure costs are accurately assigned and reported. • Review and approve purchase requisitions in line with budget controls and company policies. • Ensure compliance with internal financial controls, accounting standards, and corporate requirements. • Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to cost management tools, reporting, and processes. Your Background • Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline. • Minimum 3 years of experience in Cost Controlling, Management Accounting, Financial Analysis, FP&A, or similar finance functions. • Strong experience in costing, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. • Hands-on experience using SAP is required; SAP S/4HANA experience is highly preferred. • Experience supporting project-based, engineering, consulting, professional services, or other labour-intensive businesses is highly desirable. • Experience within multinational or matrix organizations is an advantage. • Strong understanding of management accounting principles and cost control methodologies. • Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills. • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. • Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders. • Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. Preferred Experience We are particularly interested in candidates who have experience managing and analysing costs in project-driven or service-oriented environments where labour and resource costs form a significant component of the cost base. Experience solely within manufacturing environments may be considered if accompanied by strong transferable cost control and financial analysis experience. More About Us At Hitachi Energy, we are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. Join us and be part of a global team that is shaping the future of sustainable energy while advancing your own career development in a diverse and inclusive environment. Accessibility and reasonable accommodation Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. 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