Finance Manager

About the role

To provide strategic financial planning, analysis, and reporting to support the management and operations of a public listed company in Malaysia. The Management Accountant will ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, drive cost efficiency, and deliver value-added financial insights to enable informed decision-making by senior management.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and oversee the company's annual budget and long-term financial forecasts.
• Analyze financial performance, including variance analysis, and provide actionable insights to improve profitability and cost efficiency.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports, highlighting key financial and operational metrics.
• Deliver comprehensive performance reviews to the Board and Senior Management.
• Lead cost accounting processes, ensuring accurate allocation and tracking of expenses.
• Identify and implement strategies to optimize operational costs and improve margins.
• Ensure compliance with Bursa Malaysia's listing requirements, the Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS), and other relevant regulations.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors to address audit requirements and findings.
• Partner with departmental heads to align financial goals with business strategies.
• Manage and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.

About you

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, ICAEW).
• Member of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).
• Minimum of 10 - 15 years of relevant experience in management accounting role.
• Proven track record in financial management within a public listed company.
• Experience with Bursa Malaysia reporting requirements is highly desirable.
• In-depth knowledge of MFRS and other regulatory frameworks applicable to public listed companies.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, analysis, and forecasting.
• Advanced user of SAP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.