Assistant Controller – North Asia & Oceania

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The Assistant Controller – North Asia & Oceania supports financial control, reporting, compliance, and accounting operations across multiple markets. Requirements typically include a degree in accounting, finance, or a related discipline; professional certification such as ACCA, CPA, or CA is advantageous; relevant experience in financial reporting, internal controls, statutory compliance, and multinational organisations; and strong knowledge of IFRS and local accounting requirements. The candidate is expected to work accurately across countries and time zones, collaborate with finance and business teams, improve processes, meet reporting deadlines, and communicate confidently with senior stakeholders. Experience with ERP systems, shared-service environments, audit coordination, and foreign-exchange matters would be valuable.

About the employer

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited is a global, research-driven biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Japan. It develops and delivers medicines in areas including gastroenterology, rare diseases, plasma-derived therapies, oncology, neuroscience, and vaccines. With operations and employees across many countries, Takeda combines scientific research, patient-focused development, and commercial expertise to address significant healthcare needs. The company places strong emphasis on integrity, diversity, collaboration, and sustainable business practices. Its finance organisation supports complex international operations, ensuring accurate reporting, effective controls, regulatory compliance, and responsible resource management. The Malaysia-based position supports Takeda’s North Asia and Oceania region, offering exposure to a multinational environment and cross-border finance activities. Employees may work with regional and country teams, auditors, corporate functions, and senior leadership while contributing to the company’s broader mission of improving patient health and wellbeing.