Finance Controller & Digital Transformation New Grad

Job Description:

Description of the job

The Volunteer for International Experience (VIE) is a unique international program sponsored by the French Ministries of Europe and Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Economy and Finance and the Ministry of Ecological Transition and Territorial Cohesion, open to Airbus to offer young professionals the opportunity to have valuable paid work experience abroad in a technical or business function.

The VIE is a specific contract, under Business France’s eligibility criteria.

VIE Main Requirements:

• European Union citizens (plus Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Monaco), graduates up to and including 28 years old (a V.I.E mission can begin no later than the day of the twenty-ninth birthday) ● Have fulfilled military obligations for their country, if any
• Must be registered on the Mon Volontariat International website before the age of 28 For more information: https://mon-vie-via.businessfrance.fr/ (in English, German, Italian and Spanish)

The contract duration of VIE is between 6 to 24 months.

As a Finance & Digital Transformation V.I.E. at Airbus Subang, Malaysia, you will work closely with local controlling teams and executive leadership to support financial controlling, drive process digitalization, optimize cost base performance, oversee Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), and champion the adoption of AI solutions across financial operations.

Tasks & accountabilities

Your main tasks will include:

1. Financial Controlling & Monthly Closing Support

• Support the local Controlling team during month-end and year-end financial closing activities.
• Prepare key financial packages, performance dashboards, variance analysis (Actuals vs. Budget/Forecast), and management presentations.
• Ensure data accuracy across reporting lines and assist in budgeting and forecasting cycles.

2. Reporting Optimization & Digitalization

• Review and streamline existing financial reports and KPI tracking mechanisms.
• Drive digitalization initiatives by converting legacy spreadsheets into automated, interactive dashboards using AI tools 
• Standardize workflows and implement automated reporting processes to reduce manual tasks and improve data reliability.

3. Cost Base Monitoring & Optimization

• Analyze local cost structures across operational and administrative departments.
• Partner directly with Heads of Department (HoDs) to monitor expenditure, identify cost-saving initiatives, and establish lean budget controls.
• Track the execution of cost-reduction actions and quantify their financial impact on the overall P&L.

4. Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Coordination

• Manage and coordinate the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) process for Airbus Helicopters Malaysia.
• Update quarterly risk and opportunity (R&O) reports in alignment with regional and group standards.
• Act as the local focal point for ERM, liaising with the Region and Airbus Headquarters to ensure governance frameworks are strictly followed.

5. Finance AI & Automation Implementation

• Act as a catalyst for AI and smart automation adoption within the finance department.
• Support the team in testing, deploying, and embedding AI-driven solutions to optimize efficiency and decision-making capabilities.

Required Profile & Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Master’s Degree in Finance, Controlling, Business Administration, Business Analytics, or a related field.
• Prior internship or professional experience in Financial Controlling, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A).

Technical & Digital Skills

• Financial Acumen: Strong grounding in financial controlling, accounting principles, and risk management.
• Systems: Advanced MS Excel / Google Sheets skills; hands-on experience with ERPs (e.g., SAP) is a plus.
• Digital & BI: Proficiency in Data Visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) and familiarity with automation scripts/tools.
• AI Knowledge: Practical interest in AI integration, prompt engineering, or automation technologies applied to business and finance.

Soft Skills

• Business Partnering: Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with Heads of Department and Global Headquarters.
• Problem-Solving & Innovation: Proactive mindset with a drive to challenge existing processes and propose modern digital solutions.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in an international, fast-paced aerospace environment.

Languages:

• Fluent English (advanced written and spoken) is required.
• French is a plus but not mandatory

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Helicopters Malaysia SDN. BHD.

Employment Type:

VIE, VISC

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Experience Level:

Entry Level

Job Family:

Controlling <JF-FI-FO>

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