Assistant Finance Manager

Zohorecruit; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Johor Bahru, Malaysia-based Assistant Finance Manager role with a listed property development company. You will oversee daily finance activities, prepare reports, assist budgeting and cash flow planning, and support project cost analysis and feasibility studies.

Requirements include a degree in Accounting/Finance, 3–5 years in finance/accounting, and strong Excel/analytical skills. ACCA/CPA/MIA qualification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline.
• ACCA/CPA/MIA will be an added advantage.
• 3–5 years of relevant finance and accounting experience, preferably in property development, construction or listed company.
• Strong understanding of accounting, financial reporting and management reporting.
• Excellent Excel and analytical skills.
• Property development/project accounting exposure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing day-to-day finance and accounting activities.
• Prepare and review monthly management reports, financial analysis and reporting.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
• Support cash flow projections and financial planning.
• Monitor project-related financial performance, costs and expenditures.
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, company secretaries and bankers.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with accounting standards, statutory requirements and company policies.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare Group and subsidiary financial information when required.
• Perform financial analysis and provide insights for decision-making.
• Gain exposure to property development feasibility studies including project cost, revenue assumptions and cash flows.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Independent working

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance or related

ACCA/CPA/MIA (professional qualification)

Tools

Excel

Job description

Johor Bahru, Malaysia | Posted on 10/01/2026

Our client is a listed property development company looking for an Assistant Finance Manager to join their Finance team. This role will be involved in a broad range of general finance and accounting activities , with exposure to the Group’s property development business.

The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to gain exposure and be trained in property development feasibility studies , including project financial analysis and evaluation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing day-to-day finance and accounting activities.
  
• Prepare and review monthly management reports, financial analysis and reporting.
  
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
  
• Support the preparation of cash flow projections and financial planning.
  
• Monitor project-related financial performance, costs and expenditures.
  
• Liaise with internal departments and external parties including auditors, tax agents, company secretaries and bankers.
  
• Assist in ensuring compliance with accounting standards, statutory requirements and company policies.
  
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
  
• Assist in the preparation of Group and subsidiary financial information where required.
  
• Perform financial analysis and provide insights to support management decision-making.
  
• Gain exposure to property development feasibility studies , including project cost analysis, revenue assumptions, cash flow projections and basic investment returns analysis.
  
• Take on ad-hoc finance and business-related projects as assigned.
  

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline .
  
• Professional qualification such as ACCA / CPA / MIA will be an added advantage.
  
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant finance and accounting experience , preferably within property development, construction or a listed company.
  
• Good understanding of general accounting, financial reporting and management reporting.
  
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow or financial analysis will be an advantage.
  
• Strong Excel and analytical skills.
  
• Candidates with property development / project accounting exposure will have an added advantage.
  
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with different stakeholders.
  
• Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.