Assistant Finance Manager

Lokes Ice Cream Sdn Bhd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Lokes Ice Cream Sdn Bhd in Selangor, Malaysia is seeking an experienced finance professional to oversee financial statements, budgeting, and internal controls in a manufacturing setting.

You will lead monthly closes, reports, cost analysis, and regulatory filings, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and compliance under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualifications or a recognized Degree in Accountancy.
• Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in the manufacturing sector, preferably in manufacturing industry.
• Strong analytical and influencing skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across all organizational levels.
• Proficiency in relevant analytical tools and software.
• Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and review the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Review and approve monthly reconciliations and reports.
• Prepare special financial reports including Fixed Assets, Cash Flow, and Profit & Loss statements.
• Manage cash flow, allocate and maintain operation budgets, and optimize working capital.
• Lead the preparation of the annual budget and periodic forecasts.
• Establish and enforce internal financial controls; conduct fixed asset and year-end stock takes.
• Support other departments with cost-related activities including product costing, cost analysis, costing structure, and margin analysis.
• Work closely with the Accounts Department on AP, AR, and GL operations.
• Liaise with tax agents, auditors, and regulatory bodies for filings or audits.
• Assist in transfer pricing documentation and tax filings; ensure timely submission of documents.
• Contribute to special projects, system enhancements, and process improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional communication

Influencing stakeholders

Financial analysis

Education

Degree in Accountancy

Professional accounting qualification

Tools

Financial software

Job description

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Requirements

Financial Statements Preparation:Supervise and review the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.

Monthly Reconciliations and Reports:Review and approve monthly reconciliations and reports to ensure compliance with internal and external standards.

Special Financial Reports:Prepare special financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends, including Fixed Assets, Cash Flow, and Profit & Loss (PL) statements.

Cash Flow Management:Manage cash flow, allocate & maintain operation budgets, and optimize working capital.

Budget and Forecast Preparation:Lead the preparation of the annual budget and periodic forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.

Internal Financial Controls:Establish and enforce internal financial controls, conduct fixed asset and year-end stock takes, and implement improvements based on internal audits.

Cost Activities and Productivity:Support other departments with cost-related activities, including product costing, cost analysis, costing structure, and margin analysis.

Collaboration with Account Department:Work closely with the Account Department on day-to-day finance operations, including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and General Ledger (GL).

Regulatory Liaison and Compliance:Liaise with tax agents, auditors, and regulatory bodies. Prepare relevant schedules and documentation for regulatory filings or audits.

Transfer Pricing and Tax Filing:Assist in the preparation of transfer pricing documentation, direct and indirect tax filings, and ensure timely submission of all tax-related documents.

Special Projects and System Enhancements:Contribute to special projects, system implementations, and process improvement initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

Ad-hoc Analysis and Reporting:Perform ad-hoc analysis and special projects as needed and assist in preparing reports and presentations.

Qualifications:Professional accounting qualifications or a recognized Degree in Accountancy.

Experience:Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in the manufacturing sector, with a preference for experience in Manufacturing Industry.

Skills:Strong analytical and influencing skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across all organizational levels and work collaboratively across teams. Proficiency in relevant analytical tools and software is preferred.

Work Environment:Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast‑paced environment with tight deadlines.

Language Skills:Proficiency in English, Bahasa Malaysia, and others language