Assistant Asia Controller

Role : Assistant Asia Controller

Position Overview :

The Assistant Asia Controller will support the Asia Controller in managing accounting operations and financial stewardship across multiple countries in the Asia region. This role focuses on ensuring compliance with global and local accounting standards, driving process improvements, and supporting business decision-making through accurate financial reporting and controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to global and local accounting guidelines and policies (US GAAP, IND AS, and other relevant standards) across Asia (India, Hong Kong, Singapore, China, Thailand, Taiwan and Korea)

• Responsible for timely monthly closure of books of accounts, ensuring completeness and accuracy and oversee all accounting operations including A/P, GL accounting and Accounting for expenses etc

• Preparation and analysis of monthly financials for ensuring completeness and accuracy of financial numbers and ensuring preparation and review of all account reconciliations.

• Responsible for preparation and audits of financial statements in coordination with the Statutory auditors for adherence with accounting standards & guidelines as required by local laws.

• Drive process improvements, cross functional co-ordinations, accounts clean up, modifications or system enhancements.

• Establish / improve documentation for accounting processes.

• Participate in the upgrades/version releases of respective accounting/ reporting tools, as well as system amendments/enhancements required to facilitate new/modified reporting requirements.

• Support the management of banking relationships and other treasury initiatives in partnership with the corporate treasury function

• Assist in the selection, implementation, and oversight of financial systems and vendor services

• Coordinate with external advisers for audit, tax, payroll, insurance, and compliance activities

• Optimise the existing outsourced operating model in east Asia, including a re-evaluation of the existing strategy and implement solution to best support unique needs of both the region and local teams.

• Stakeholder management - Ensuring all stakeholders are involved during modifications, changes or challenges in existing processes

• Generating periodic information as should be relevant from controls and financial oversight perspective

• Support the FP&A team with details needed on various processes

• Build and lead a high-performing finance team and lead team development

• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent preferred)

• 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership roles

• Deep knowledge of financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance

• Experience in multi-entity or multi-location environments

• Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills

• Strong Microsoft Office skills; familiarity with Oracle, Salesforce, FCCS, Coupa preferred

• Experience with finance transformation, process improvements, or system implementations is a plus

Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Continuous improvement mindset and proactive attitude

• Demonstrate high level of ethics and integrity

• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders

Morningstar is an equal opportunity employer

Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.