Head of Controllership

Lead the accounting and controllership function for Grab Thailand, overseeing accounting operations across all legal entities. Drive the function's transformation agenda, including process modernization, MEC acceleration, and Shared Service Center transition, while maintaining the highest standards of financial control and compliance. Manage a team of accounting professionals and advocate for AI-driven solutions to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Ensure all financial transactions comply with accounting standards and Group policies, leading the monthly and quarterly financial close process. Oversee statutory and regulatory filings, including SOX controls, and improve internal controls and process efficiency. Monitor cash flow and working capital across entities while collaborating with Regional Treasury and Tax teams to ensure adequacy and optimal utilization.

• Lead and accelerate the monthly/quarterly financial close process (MEC) for all Thai legal entities
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and Group policies across all financial transactions
• Develop, document, and maintain important controls for SOX programs
• Oversee statutory and regulatory filings and maintain knowledge of Thai tax legislation
• Lead the controllership function transformation agenda, including process standardization and SSC transition
• Identify opportunities for AI and automation to improve controllership outputs and workflow efficiency
• Monitor cash flow and working capital across entities in collaboration with Regional Treasury
• Manage relationships with external auditors, regulators, banks, and other external parties
• Lead and develop a team of accounting professionals, setting clear performance expectations and fostering a culture of continuous improvement

• Degree in Accounting from an accredited university
• CPA/CPD License required
• Minimum 10–12 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting
• At least 3–5 years in a managerial or leadership capacity overseeing a controllership or accounting function
• Deep knowledge of TFRS and IFRS accounting standards
• Experience with internal controls, risk management, and compliance frameworks
• General knowledge of Thai tax legislation and regulatory requirements
• Experience managing regulatory relationships and high-stakes external partner engagements
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage across seniority levels and cultures

1. Apply

2. Video or phone interview with a recruiter

3. Assessments and/or technical competency interview

4. Culture fit interview to discuss career vision, mission alignment, and working style