Finance Section Manager

Agensi Pekerjaan Minde Group Sdn Bhd; Penang; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Penang is seeking a Finance Section Manager to oversee accounting and financial functions. The ideal candidate will have a university degree in Accounting or Finance and a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role within an international manufacturing company. They will drive financial reporting, budgeting, and cost management, requiring strong leadership skills and proficiency in ERP systems. This role offers a competitive salary from RM10,000 to RM13,000, health insurance, and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Performance bonuses

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in a leadership role within an international manufacturing company.
• Strong background in cost accounting preferred.
• Proficiency in Malaysian tax laws and fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead the accounting function for accurate financial reporting.
• Implement and manage cost accounting systems.
• Produce and analyze monthly financial reports.
• Lead the annual budgeting process with relevant departments.
• Supervise all sub-ledgers for accurate financial information.
• Manage the ERP system focusing on accounting processes.
• Provide feedback on cost management and review expense reports.
• Oversee cash flow forecasts and manage credit portfolios.
• Ensure adequate insurance coverage for high-value risks.
• Manage the company’s tax declarations and ensure compliance.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Analytical abilities

Results-oriented mindset

Education

University degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA certification

Tools

ERP systems

MPERs

Job description

About the job 6401 - Finance Section Manager

Job Title: Finance Section Head

Company Overview

Established in 1984 and headquartered in Malaysia, the group boasts over 40 years of experience in the electronics manufacturing sector. It specializes in delivering high‑quality, innovative solutions to customers worldwide with global facilities also located in other 4 country.

Job Responsibilities

• Financial Accounting: Lead the accounting function to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in line with MPERs, group policies, and local regulations. Manage cash and banking relationships, monitor working capital, and ensure liquidity while supporting management decision‑making through financial data.
• Cost Accounting: Implement and manage an efficient cost accounting system, ensuring the accuracy of cost data across all systems. Provide training to help staff and management interpret costs and support accurate quotations.
• Reporting: Produce and analyze monthly financial reports, offering actionable insights to company management, corporate teams, and external authorities. Ensure reports are meaningful and facilitate informed decision‑making.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting process, gathering input from relevant departments, and presenting the budget with comprehensive commentary to corporate management and the Board of Directors.
• Sub‑Ledger Supervision: Supervise all sub‑ledgers, including payables, receivables, salaries, stock, and fixed assets. Ensure timely reconciliation of ledgers and coordinate updates to maintain accurate financial information.
• ERP Management: Act as the system manager for the ERP system, specifically focusing on accounting and cost‐related processes. Liaise with external consultants to optimize ERP use for business processes.
• Cost Control: Provide regular feedback to relevant departments on cost management. Review expense reports and maintain tight control over company expenses.
• Cash and Credit Management: Oversee cash flow forecasts, manage credit portfolios, negotiate with banks, and assess the financial health of customers and suppliers to ensure liquidity at minimal cost.
• Insurance: Ensure adequate insurance coverage for high‑value risks like property and liability, in compliance with the company’s policies.
• Taxes: Manage the company’s tax declarations and payments, ensuring compliance with local tax laws while minimizing liabilities.
• Company Secretarial Matters: Ensure compliance with local laws regarding company secretarial duties.

Job Requirements

• Education: University degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA certification is advantageous.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in a leadership role within an international manufacturing company. Strong background in cost accounting preferred.
• Knowledge: Proficiency in MPERs, ERP systems, and Malaysian tax laws. Fluency in English is required.

Personality Profile

• Strong leadership and communication skills, analytical abilities, and a results‑oriented mindset. Ability to work effectively under pressure and a comprehensive understanding of financial systems and business processes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (RM10,000 to RM13,000based on experience)
• Health insurance, performance bonuses, and opportunities for professional growth.