Assistant Manager/Manager, Finance

Key Responsibilities

1.  Financial Reporting & Analytical Review

• Manage and ensure timely completion of monthly and annual financial closing activities.
• Review and submit management accounts, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Review journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and intercompany transactions.
• Supervise accounting entries and transactions performed by finance team members.
• Lead, coach, and review the work of junior finance staff (AP, AR, and GL functions) to enhance departmental efficiency and accuracy.
• Monitor project costs and ensure proper revenue recognition in accordance with applicable accounting standards.

2.  Budgeting & Forecasting

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic rolling forecasts (monthly, quarterly, and mid-year).
• Monitor financial performance against budget and forecast targets.
• Conduct detailed variance analysis (Actual vs. Budget) to identify key drivers, performance trends, and opportunities for cost optimization.
• Provide management with actionable insights and recommendations to support business decision-making.

3.  Cash Flow Forecasting & Treasury Management

• Monitor daily banking transactions and utilization of banking facilities.
• Manage working capital requirements, including oversight of Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP).
• Review and maintain rolling cash flow forecasts covering 6- to 12-month periods on a quarterly basis.
• Support treasury activities to ensure adequate liquidity and effective cash management.

4.  Tax Compliance & Regulatory Requirements

• Coordinate with external auditors, tax agents, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely completion of statutory audits and tax submissions.
• Ensure accurate computation and filing of corporate income tax, withholding tax, SST, and other applicable taxes in compliance with LHDN and Royal Malaysian Customs requirements.
• Ensure full compliance with Malaysia's E-Invoicing regulations and related reporting obligations.
• Monitor changes in tax regulations and assess their impact on the business.

5.  Statutory Audit

• Prepare audit schedules, supporting documentation, and audit-related reports.
• Coordinate audit activities and assign responsibilities to finance team members to facilitate efficient audit execution.
• Assist in the preparation and review of annual financial statements in accordance with applicable financial reporting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with external auditors to resolve audit queries and ensure timely completion of the audit process.

6.  Internal Audit

• Coordinate with internal auditors during audit engagements.
• Facilitate the provision of information, documentation, and responses required for internal audit reviews.
• Support implementation and monitoring of corrective actions arising from audit findings.

7.  SOP, Internal Controls & ISO Compliance

• Review and improve accounting processes, workflows, and internal controls to enhance efficiency and mitigate financial risks.
• Support the implementation and enhancement of ERP systems and other finance-related digital initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with Company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), policies, and internal control frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with ISO requirements and support related audits and certification activities.

8.  Ad Hoc Responsibilities

• Undertake additional duties, special projects, and assignments as directed by Management or the immediate superior.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, ICAEW, CIMA, MICPA, or equivalent) is an advantage.
• Minimum 5—8 years of relevant finance and accounting experience, with supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS), taxation, SST, and E-Invoicing requirements.
• Experience in project accounting, budgeting, treasury management, and audit coordination.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.