The Head of FRA (Financial Reporting and Accounting) for Australia and New Zealand leads financial reporting, statutory accounting, internal controls, tax coordination, and compliance across the markets. The role typically requires a degree in finance, accounting, or a related discipline, professional accounting certification, and extensive experience in multinational or pharmaceutical organizations. Strong knowledge of IFRS, local statutory requirements, financial controls, audit management, and regional reporting is expected. The successful candidate should be an influential leader with excellent communication, analytical, stakeholder-management, and problem-solving skills. Experience managing teams, working with global finance functions, driving process improvements, and operating in a complex, regulated environment would be highly valued.
Novartis is a global pharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing, and delivering innovative medicines. Headquartered in Switzerland, the company operates across numerous countries and concentrates on areas such as cardiovascular, renal and metabolic diseases, immunology, neuroscience, oncology, and hematology. Novartis combines scientific research, advanced technology, data, and partnerships to address significant healthcare needs. Its workforce includes researchers, clinicians, commercial professionals, finance specialists, manufacturing experts, and corporate teams. The company emphasizes innovation, ethical conduct, patient impact, inclusion, and responsible business practices. In Malaysia, Novartis supports regional and local operations through commercial, medical, regulatory, finance, and corporate functions. Employees typically work in an international environment and may collaborate with country, regional, and global stakeholders. Benefits and working arrangements vary by position, location, seniority, and local employment terms.
Malaysia is not a single island but a multicultural country divided between Peninsular Malaysia and Malaysian Borneo, with popular island destinations including Langkawi, Penang, Redang, Tioman, and the Perhentians. Job opportunities are strongest in Kuala Lumpur and surrounding areas, with demand in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, technology, finance, engineering, manufacturing, shared services, and logistics. The culture blends Malay, Chinese, Indian, Indigenous, and international influences, reflected in food, festivals, language, and daily life. Living costs are generally moderate, although central Kuala Lumpur is more expensive. The lifestyle combines modern cities, tropical beaches, rainforests, and diverse cuisine. Foreign professionals usually need employer sponsorship for an Employment Pass, with the company handling much of the application process. Dependants may require separate passes, and relocation planning should cover housing, healthcare, schooling, banking, and local transportation.
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