Responsibilities:
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
- Lead the annual budgeting and monthly/quarterly reforecasting processes.
- Conduct variance analysis to identify significant deviations from budget and provide actionable insights to department heads and executive leadership.
- Analyze costs, pricing, fixed/variable contributions, and margin performance to identify opportunities for profit optimization and cost reduction.
Global Reporting & Compliance
- Oversee day-to-day financial operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance, ensuring timely and accurate transactions.
- Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow).
- HQ Reporting: Prepare and submit complete, accurate, and consolidated financial reports (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, and required analysis) to Singapore Headquarters within strict monthly and quarterly deadlines.
- Accounting Standards: Ensure all reporting complies with the Group's accounting standards (e.g., IFRS/GAAP) and corporate policies, bridging local accounting requirements with the HQ standards.
- Timeliness: Coordinate the month-end closing process to ensure financial data is finalized and submitted to HQ according to the global corporate calendar.
- Coordinate and manage external audits, serving as the primary liaison with auditors and tax advisors.
- Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal financial controls and documented policies to safeguard company assets.
Treasury & Cash Management
- Monitor daily cash flow and optimize working capital management
- Prepare accurate cash flow forecasts to ensure adequate liquidity.
Leadership & Strategic Partnership
- Manage, mentor, and develop the finance team to ensure high-quality work output and adherence to deadlines.
- Provide financial insights and data-driven recommendations to support operational and strategic decision-making across all business units.
- Present key financial reports, performance metrics, and strategic plans to the executive team and management.
Requirements
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. Professional certification (e.g., ACCA, CPA) or equivalent is an advantage.
- Minimum 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in accounting/finance in Malaysia.
- Strong knowledge of Malaysia tax laws, financial and corporate regulations, and statutory reporting requirements.
- Hands-on experience in FP&A, audit coordination, credit control, and financial control implementation.
- Proficient in Excel and financial modelling; familiarity with NetSuite systems is a plus.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detail.
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management and presentation abilities.
Pay: RM8,000.00 - RM10,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person