Gobi A Krishnan | Freelancing Malaysia

Gobi A Krishnan Finance professional

20 years experience 0 projects worked Remote

RM30.00 /hr RM0 earned

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Chartered Accountant with over 18 years of progressive finance leadership experience across multinational manufacturing, healthcare, automotive, hospitality, transportation, and consumer products industries in Malaysia and the Asia-Pacific region. Proven expertise in financial control, FP&A, strategic financial planning, business partnering, manufacturing finance, and investment evaluation. Strong track record in driving finance transformation, cost optimization, working capital improvement, and ERP implementations (SAP, Oracle, SQL, Ramco).

Experienced in leading M&A activities, corporate restructuring, investor due diligence, tax incentive applications, and capital investment projects, including detailed ROI and payback analysis. Recognized for building high-performing finance teams, strengthening internal controls, and delivering actionable business insights to support executive decision-making.

A trusted business partner to senior leadership with a demonstrated ability to align financial strategies with organizational objectives, improve operational performance, and drive sustainable business growth. Successfully supported regional and global organizations including Vertiv, Dyson, Masimo, Kimberly-Clark, Synthomer, and MK Tron Group.

STRENGTHS

· Financial reporting and analysis

· Budget & forecasting

· Treasury & cashflow management

· Investment and capital expenditure analysis

· Mergers, Acquisitions & Restructuring Support

· Investor Relations & Due Diligence

· Working Capital Optimization

· KPI Monitoring (Productivity, Waste, Maintenance, Energy)

· COGS Breakdown (Materials & Overheads)

· Raw Material Price Indexing & Standard Cost Impact

· Product Design & Cost Reduction Initiatives

· Internal Controls Implementation

· Internal & External Audit

· Coordination

· Taxation & Regulatory Compliance

· Risk Identification & Mitigation Planning

· Team Leadership, Coaching & Performance Reviews

· ERP Systems (SQL, Oracle, Ramco, SAP)

· Financial System Integration & Reporting Automation

· Cross-functional Business

Partnering

· Management Costing & Profitability Analysis

· Business Analytics & Decision Support

· Cost Transformation Initiatives

· Manufacturing Finance

· Standard Costing & Variance Analysis

· Inventory Accounting

· PPV Analysis

· Shared Services Management

· ERP UAT & Process Automation

· MIDA Incentive Applications

· Project Accounting

· Related Party Transactions

Financial Transformation

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Finance Manager
Synthomer Asia
October 2007 - December 2015
Achievements
• Lead Capital Investment proposals for major project
• Develop NBR costing model
• Project leader – Convert weighted average costing to standard costing
• Transfer Pricing Developments in Malaysia
• Lead on companies Pioneer Status application
• Involved in integration process and have involved in merger of two companies
• Lead GST implementation for the group of companies
• Assisted in SAP Implementation
Accountabilities
• Preparation of timely and accurate management accounts for Synthomer South East Asia group
• Preparation of timely and accurate statutory and tax accounts for Synthomer South East Asia group
• Coordinating the estimates, forecasts and budget exercises to the schedule set by Synthomer plc
• Ensuring compliance to both Synthomer Group and International/Malaysian Accounting Standards as well as Governmental/Statistical compliance
• Treasury – Currency Hedging & Forex management
• Liaising with financial institutions for long term loan application & arranging banking facilities
• Respond to requests for information from senior management and/or decision-making bodies
• Developing data processing services to provide timely information appropriate to the business requirements
• Assist in supervising the account and finance personnel in their respective job functions and ensure the department operations are running smoothly
• Assist in ensuring proper internal control procedures are in place
• Intercompany
• Statistics – Handle statistics reporting for Bank Negara, DOSH and other government agencies
• Involve in acquisition and merger activity, winding up businesses, investment restructuring,
Finance Manager, APAC
Dyson Manufacturing Sdn Bhd
September 2019 - October 2022
Achievements
• Receive Star Performer recognition from Dyson Global finance
• Lead month end closing for APAC – Australia, New Zealand, India & MEA markets
• Asist in SAP S4/Hana implementation
• Nominated APAC finance representative for global standardization project
• Complete month end closing by WD2 head of deadline which is WD4
• Identify PL benefit on vendor balance /old GRIR balances (GBP1m) for ANZ market
• Actively involved in standardization and automation project within finance activity
Accountabilities
• Final Accounts & Analysis – Month end reporting, identification risk & opportunities of balance sheet reconciliation and review with local management
• Leadership support – review investment strategies for new sales set up, review long term and short term customer rebate & commission with local sales management
• Treasury – Preparation of cash flow forecast to group by WD10, monitor cash movement and injection and working capital requirement during Covid19
• Statutory Accounts – preparation of statutory account, involve in audit
• Tax Administration & Compliance – Fridge benefit taxation, statutory taxation, BAS submission
Finance Controller
Masimo Medical Equipment Technologies (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd
October 2022 - March 2024
Achievements
• Dealing with Deloitte in obtaining Manufacturing licence for operation within 2months
• Asist in obtaining business licence for business.
• Dealing with MIDA on tax exemption application for import of raw materials and equipment
• Coordinate with Malaysia Custom on tax exemption application for import of equipment and raw materials
• Asist in ERP implementation for Malaysia Operation (combination of Oracle & Expandable)
• Successfully setup finance function for Malaysia entity
Accountabilities
• Final Accounts & Analysis – Responsible for accounts closing and preparation of the full set of management accounts & report and analyse and review balance sheet reconciliation – identify risk & opportunities
• Financial Leadership – engage with share services at Swiss & India & set up shared services finance function for Malaysia operation
• Treasury – Preparation of weekly cash flow forecast and review with management for adequate cash injection from HQ,
• Tax Administration & Compliance
• Budget & Forecasts
• MIDA & Malaysia Custom – pioneer status application, Kastam import duty & SST exemption
• Other Tasks – set up supply chain activity (system creation, new vendor review, vendor agreement review, vendor set up in ERP system
Group Finance Controller
MK Tron Holding Sdn Bhd (Health Care Industry, Hotel Industry, Transportation industry, Manufacturing - LPG cylinder. Automative)
August 2024 - November 2025
Accountabilities
• Strategic Financial Management – Business Partnering: Collaborate with regional leadership and other departments to provide financial guidance and support strategic decision-making.
• Cost Management: Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives and efficiency improvements across the region.
• Investment Analysis: Evaluate potential investment opportunities within the region, conducting financial due diligence and risk assessments.
• Cash Flow Management: Monitor and manage the region’s cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity for operations and investments.
• Working Capital Management: Optimize working capital by managing receivables, payables, and inventory levels effectively.
• Risk Management – Risk Assessment: Identify financial risks within the region and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Internal Controls: Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard the region’s assets and ensure the accuracy of financial data.
• Team Management – Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of finance professionals, providing guidance, training, and development opportunities.
• Performance Management: Set performance goals for the finance team and conduct regular performance evaluations.
• Compliance and Audit – Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all financial activities comply with local and international regulations.
• Audit Coordination: Coordinate with internal and external auditors, ensuring timely and accurate completion of audits.
• Process Improvement – Efficiency Initiatives: Identify areas for process improvement within financial operations and lead initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Technology Utilization: Leverage financial software and tools to streamline financial processes and reporting.
• Review Internal audit job scope for group of companies, review report prepared by internal audit team, proposed additional assessment required to quantify the financial impact
• Tax Administration & Compliance adhere by group companies
• Review new investment proposal, working with potential investor for investment plan, ROI, explore the profitability, present to CFO & MD for approval, working closely with legal & Co Sec on further activation of investment
• Setup meeting with investors on review current operation process, accounting system implementation and review current control process and suggest for any room for improvement
• Other Tasks – Review new ERP implementation process, involve in active discussion among ERP service provider and internal team (SQL, Oracle, Ramco & SAP)
Senior Finance Manager
Vertiv Technology Sdn Bhd
November 2025 - Now
Achievements
• Led finance set-up for Malaysia manufacturing operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, cost control, and compliance with corporate policies.
• Partnered with the Manila Shared Services Centre to enhance financial processes and ensure compliance with corporate policies and improve month-end close cycle and reporting accuracy.
• Drive implementation and enhancement of ERP reporting tools to improve operational visibility and decision-making.
• Supported Oracle ERP manufacturing costing implementation and stabilization.
• Eablished standard costing governance for BOM, routing, labor, and overhead structures.
• Partnered with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Commercial teams to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Led MIDA incentive application and financial modelling activities.
• Designed and implemented SO-WO-DO-Invoice tracking tools that enhanced operational visibility and accelerated order-to-cash cycle management.
• Improved cash flow forecasting accuracy and supported working capital initiatives that reduced external borrowing requirements and financing costs.
Accountabilities
• Lead monthly financial closing activities and preparation of management reports.
• Review and validate BOM (Bill of Materials) structures within Oracle ERP, ensuring material, labor, and overhead allocations comply with Vertiv costing standards.
• Review and analyze manufacturing variances, PPV, inventory valuation, and standard costing impacts.
• Monitor manufacturing KPIs including productivity, waste, maintenance, and operational efficiency.
• Partner with plant management to identify risks, opportunities, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning activities.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and working capital analysis for management review.
• Support capital expenditure evaluation, ROI analysis, and investment proposals.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, taxation requirements, and corporate governance policies.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.
• Review transfer pricing, intercompany transactions, and related-party activities.
• Lead ERP system enhancements, UAT testing, and reporting automation initiatives.
• Provide financial guidance to senior management on strategic business decisions and operational performance.

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Work Experiences

Finance Manager

Synthomer Asia

October 2007 - December 2015

Finance Manager, APAC

Dyson Manufacturing Sdn Bhd

September 2019 - October 2022

Finance Controller

Masimo Medical Equipment Technologies (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd

October 2022 - March 2024

Group Finance Controller

MK Tron Holding Sdn Bhd (Health Care Industry, Hotel Industry, Transportation industry, Manufacturing - LPG cylinder. Automative)

August 2024 - November 2025

Senior Finance Manager

Vertiv Technology Sdn Bhd

November 2025 - Now

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