Assistant Finance Manager

JLL; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL in Malaysia is seeking an Assistant Finance Manager to partner with the Account Director, delivering data-driven financial insights and supporting strategic decision making across client accounts.

The role covers month-end close, budgeting and forecasting, with a focus on cash flow optimization and robust financial controls. Collaboration with stakeholders will be essential to drive performance improvements.

Qualifications

• University degree or professional qualification in accounting/finance (ACCA, CIMA, CPA).
• Minimum 2-3 years of financial experience.
• Experience navigating complex matrix environments.
• Business partnering and commercial finance experience is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Account Director to provide data-driven financial insights and support decision making.
• Manage vendor payments, monthly billing, and ensure compliance with policies.
• Lead month-end closing for assigned client accounts and resolve variances.
• Prepare month-end packages and variance analysis for internal stakeholders and clients.

Skills

Strong analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Data-driven decision making

Education

University degree or professional qualification in accounting/finance (ACCA, CIMA, CPA)

Job description

Summary

Job Description – Assistant Finance Manager

As a business partner to Account Director, you will provide strategic finance support by delivering insightful financial analysis and operational improvement across client accounts.

Key responsibilities:

Business Partnering

• Be the trusted financial advisor to Account Director, providing data-driven insights to support decision making
• Collaborate with various stakeholders including operation teams, shared service centres and third party service providers
• Identify financial risks and opportunities through analysis of performance indicators
• Develop understanding of client accounts to propose initiatives that enhance financial performance
• Propose and implement process improvements to optimise efficiency and effectiveness

Financial Management & Control

• Manage vendor payments and monthly billing in compliance with JLL policies and guidelines
• Monitor accounts receivables to optimise cash flow
• Ensure robust documentation that meet audit requirements and maintain integrity of all financial transactions through effective processes

Month End Closing

• Lead the month-end closing process (expense/revenue accrual etc) for assigned client accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Investigate and resolve unusual variances or accounting issues
• Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, local reporting standards and client contractual requirements

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Prepare and present month end financial packages with meaningful variance analysis for internal stakeholders and clients (if required)
• Partner with account leadership to develop comprehensive annual budget
• Maintain rolling forecasts that accurately reflect current performance and future opportunities
• Adhoc scenario modelling and sensitivity analysis

Sound like you? Here is what we’re looking for:

• Strong analytical mindset with good attention to detail
• Excellent problem-solving abilities with data-driven approach
• Effective stakeholder management and communication skills
• Able to translate financial insights into actionable business recommendations

Qualifications

• University degree or professional qualification in accounting, finance or relevant field (ACCA, CIMA, CPA)
• Minimum 2-3 years of financial experience
• Experienced in navigating complex matrix environments
• Business partnering and commercial finance experience is added advantage