Finance Manager

About the Company

Pegasus United Asia Sdn. Bhd. is the Asian regional hub of PEGASUS CO., LTD., a long-established Japanese company recognised for its high-quality industrial sewing machines and advanced manufacturing solutions. The company supports regional operations through cross-border coordination, administrative functions, and collaboration with its headquarters in Japan.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Finance Manager to lead our Finance and Accounting function in Malaysia. This role oversees financial operations, reporting, closing activities, and group consolidation, while coordinating with the Finance team at our headquarters in Japan and overseas liaison offices.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on finance professional with strong technical expertise, proven management experience, and the ability to strengthen financial processes and internal controls in a regional business environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Management: Oversee the company's day-to-day Finance and Accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with applicable financial and statutory requirements.
• Financial Reporting: Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing, prepare financial statements, and ensure timely and accurate reporting to Management and headquarters.
• Group Consolidation: Coordinate group financial consolidation and reporting requirements with the headquarters in Japan.
• Regional Finance Operations: Oversee and coordinate Finance and Accounting activities for overseas liaison offices, including Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.
• Budgeting and Cash Flow: Monitor budgets, cash flow, financial performance, and expenditure to support effective financial planning and decision-making.
• Internal Controls and Compliance: Maintain effective financial controls, accounting procedures, and compliance with relevant accounting standards and statutory obligations.
• Team Leadership: Lead, guide, and review the work of the Finance team while remaining actively involved in accounting, closing, and reporting activities.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to strengthen financial processes, improve operational efficiency, and enhance the overall Finance function.
• Headquarters Coordination: Work closely with headquarters and regional stakeholders on financial matters, reporting requirements, and other finance-related projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Approximately 10–15 years of relevant Finance and Accounting experience, with strong professional competencies and a proven track record.
• Proven management-level experience in leading or overseeing Finance and Accounting operations.
• Strong knowledge of financial accounting, month-end closing, financial reporting, and group consolidation.
• Experience in a multinational organisation, regional business, or an environment involving overseas entities is highly valued.
• Professional accounting qualifications such as ACCA, CPA Australia, ICAEW, CIMA, MICPA, or equivalent are an advantage.
• Good command of English, with the ability to communicate effectively with Management and regional stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, leadership, and decision-making skills.
• Able to work independently, manage competing priorities, and maintain a hands-on approach to finance operations.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Ideally around 35–40 years old, with approximately 10–15 years of relevant professional experience.
• Strong technical knowledge and practical experience in Finance and Accounting.
• Demonstrated ability to manage financial operations, lead a team, and deliver accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Experience in group consolidation, regional finance, and reporting to overseas headquarters will be an added advantage.
• Japanese language proficiency is not required. Candidates will be assessed primarily on their qualifications, professional competencies, relevant experience, track record, and overall suitability for the position.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead the Finance function of an Asian regional headquarters.
• Exposure to group consolidation and reporting for an established international business.
• Regional responsibilities involving multiple overseas offices.
• Direct collaboration with headquarters in Japan.
• An opportunity to strengthen financial processes and contribute to the company's continued regional growth.
• Competitive salary, allowances, and bonus, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45 AM – 5:45 PM
Location: Kuala Lumpur
Employment Type: Full-Time
Expected Start Date: Immediate