ALBS is an Air Liquide entity in Kuala Lumpur, regrouping for the APAC scope its Business Service Centers (Kuala Lumpur and Shanghai) as well as the two Global Functions (IT, Digital and Procurement). Designed to derive optimal value by better leveraging technology, people and competencies, the ultimate goal is to boost efficiency and deliver outstanding and sustainable performance while keeping a strong focus on customer centricity. This Organization is striving for excellence, adopting the Best in Class models to deliver value through simplification and standardization of processes, while adhering to Internal controls and compliance requirements.
At Air Liquide, we aren't just integrating functions; we are reimagining how a global giant breathes. Our Global Business Services (GBS) is the engine room of this transformation. With APAC hubs spanning from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai and Pune, we are building a unified, world-class governance structure that turns service delivery into a strategic advantage.
We are looking for a visionary Finance Leader to take the helm of our operations across APAC (serviced out from Kuala Lumpur & Shanghai), AMEI and our Global Business Units (serviced out of GCC). This isn't a role for a spectator—it’s for a strategist ready to lead a 300+ member powerhouse into its next era of evolution.How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?
The Mandate: Beyond the Numbers
You won't just be hitting KPIs; you’ll be redefining what "Best-in-Class" looks like for a global multinational. Your mission includes:
Architecting Excellence: Evolve the Finance Operations tower into a scalable, high-velocity unit that doesn't just grow—it excels as we expand.
Driving the Digital Frontier: Influence our Finance technology roadmap, leveraging cutting-edge automation and AI to shrink cycle times and amplify responsiveness.
Cultural Transformation: Foster a collaborative, "boundaryless" culture between KL, Shanghai and Pune ensuring seamless service delivery to stakeholders worldwide.
Data-Driven Evolution: Use analytical insights to hunt for efficiencies, driving down transaction costs while skyrocketing customer satisfaction.
Strategic Growth: Constantly scan the horizon for new opportunities to broaden our scope and deepen our impact on the global business.
Who You Are
You are a seasoned Finance veteran who thrives in the "grey area" of transformation. You have the gravitas to influence a boardroom and the empathy to lead a massive global team.
The Essentials:
- The Pedigree: Chartered Accountant (CA) with 15+ years of high-octane experience in Finance Shared Services/GBS.
- The Track Record: Currently leading a mature Finance GBS for a medium-to-large MNC. You’ve seen it all, from steady-state stability to radical transformation.
- The Tech Edge: You’ve steered organizations through major ERP transitions and have a pulse on the future of Finance tech.
- The Leader: You are a master of managing virtual, global teams across diverse time zones and cultures.
- The Toolkit: Armed with a Six Sigma mindset (certification preferred) and a relentless drive for Lean operations.
Why Join Air Liquide?
This is an entrepreneurial playground within a global powerhouse. If you are bored with "business as usual" and want to leave a legacy by deploying global best practices on a massive regional platform, this is your seat at the table.
Are you ready to lead the evolution?
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About Air Liquide
A world leader in gases, technologies and services for Industry and Health, Air Liquide is present in 78 countries with approximately 64,500 employees and serves more than 3.8 million customers and patients. Oxygen, nitrogen and hydrogen are essential small molecules for life, matter and energy. They embody Air Liquide’s scientific territory and have been at the core of the company’s activities since its creation in 1902.
Our Differences make our Performance
At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.
We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.
Skills Required
- Chartered accountant
- 15+ years of Finance shared services experience
- Experience leading Finance shared service or GBS in a multinational organization
- Experience in leading or supporting ERP changes
- Strong knowledge of financial management and project management
- Six-sigma certification
Air Liquide Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Air Liquide and has not been reviewed or approved by Air Liquide.
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Healthcare Strength — Health insurance and life coverage are broadly provided under a global common care baseline that includes inpatient and outpatient healthcare. Dental and vision coverage are present in many locations, and short-term disability provisions have been enhanced.
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Parental & Family Support — Policies provide at least 14 weeks of fully paid maternity leave globally and paid parental leave for non-birthing parents in the U.S. Childcare benefits are available in some countries as part of the package.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual incentive bonuses, performance bonuses for exceeding goals, and profit-sharing are integrated into the total rewards structure. Feedback suggests additional earning avenues like overtime can further augment pay in eligible roles.
Air Liquide Insights
What We Do
A world leader in gases, technologies and services for Industry and Health, Air Liquide is present in 75 countries with approximately 66,400 employees and serves more than 3.8 million customers and patients. Oxygen, nitrogen and hydrogen are essential small molecules for life, matter and energy. They embody Air Liquide’s scientific territory and have been at the core of the company’s activities since its creation in 1902.
