Finance & Accounts Manager

About the role

Lead and oversee the overall finance and accounting functions of the Company, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the full set of accounts, including general ledger, account reconciliations, consolidation, and month-end/year-end closing
• Prepare and review management accounts, budgets, financial forecasts, cash flow projections, and statutory financial statements
• Monitor project costing, development expenditure, construction costs, and project profitability to ensure effective cost control
• Oversee cash flow management, treasury functions, and funding requirements for property development and construction projects
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax regulations, statutory requirements, and company policies
• Liaise with banks, external auditors, tax consultants, company secretaries, solicitors, and relevant government authorities on financial, taxation, and regulatory matters
• Coordinate project financing, loan drawdowns, progress billings, end-financier documentation, and related banking facilities
• Establish, review, and enhance internal controls, financial systems, and accounting processes to improve operational efficiency and mitigate financial risks
• Provide financial analysis, business insights, and strategic recommendations to support management in project evaluation, investment decisions, and business planning
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team to achieve departmental objectives

About you

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related professional qualification (ACCA, CPA or equivalent)
• Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial role
• Prior experience in the property development and/or construction industry is highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of MFRS, Malaysian tax regulations, SST, and statutory compliance
• Experience in project accounting, cost control, project financing, and cash flow management
• Familiarity with Housing Development Act (HDA) accounting, developer licensing requirements, and progress billing processes is an added advantage
• Strong analytical, leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel