Finance Manager

Perks and benefits

• Medical (Outpatient Clinical / Dental)
• Group Insurance Coverage (GPA & GHS & GTL)
• Fixed Transport Allowance Provided
• Free Parking
• Flexible Working Hours
• Various Employee Welfares / Subsidies

Duties & Responsibilities

1) Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee and monitor the full set of accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and company policies;
• Prepare timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for corporate and management review;
• Analyze financial performance, variances, and trends, providing clear explanations and recommendations to management;
• Support corporate consolidation and group reporting requirements;

2) Project & Cost Control (Construction Focus)

• Monitor project budgets, cost reports, work-in-progress (WIP), and project margins;
• Review project claims, progress billings, variations, and retention balances;
• Ensure proper revenue recognition and cost allocation in accordance with project status;
• Work closely with project and contract teams to track financial performance of projects;

3) Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

• Monitor cash flow, bank balances, and working capital requirements;
• Oversee accounts receivable, accounts payable, and credit control;
• Ensure timely collection of progress payments and effective management of payables;

4) Budgeting & Forecasting

• Prepare annual budgets, forecasts, and rolling cash flow projections;
• Monitor actual performance against budget and provide variance analysis;

5) Audit, Tax & Compliance

• Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, bankers, and regulatory authorities;
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, tax regulations, and corporate governance policies;
• Review tax computations, provisions, and deferred tax where applicable;

6) Internal Controls & Process Improvement

• Establish, implement, and maintain effective internal controls and financial procedures;
• Improve financial reporting systems, processes, and controls to enhance efficiency and transparency;
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, SOPs, and quality systems (if applicable);

7) Team & Stakeholder Management

• Supervise and guide the accounts and finance team;
• Coordinate with project, procurement, and corporate teams on finance-related matters;
• Provide financial support and advice to management as required;

8) Others

• Handle ERP system-related issues;
• Handle ad-hoc financial analyses and special assignments as required by management.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CIMA) or membership with MIA is an added advantage.

• Minimum 7 years of relevant working experience in a similar capacity within the Construction / Engineering industry.

• Strong understanding of project accounting, compliance, and Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS) reporting requirements.

• Proficient in accounting software; experience with IFCA is highly preferred.

• Demonstrates strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership capabilities.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Working Location: Kellington Group Berhad (HQ - Bukit Jelutong)