Assistant Finance Manager

Private Advertiser; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial management service is seeking an Assistant Finance Manager in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. The role involves preparing financial reports, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in finance roles, strong leadership skills, and a relevant degree. This position also requires proficiency in financial software and Excel, along with the ability to mentor junior staff. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in finance or accounting roles.
• Experience with financial audits and compliance.
• Proven leadership in managing a finance team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial reports for management on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Manage the budgeting and forecasting process.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
• Coaching and mentoring junior finance staff.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budget management

Analytical skills

Leadership

Compliance knowledge

Education

Relevant degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Financial software

Excel

Job description

Position Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Financial Reporting and Analysis

Responsible for the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports

Oversees period end closing activities and provides guidance to team members as necessary

Review and analyze monthly, quarterly and annual financial performances and monitor variances from plan

Preparation of periodic reports such as CAPEX, cashflow and other reports on key financial metrics

Support the preparation of management reports and other ad hoc reporting requirements

Budgeting and Forecasting

Manage budgets, monthly & quarterly forecasts process, monitors achievement of the business’ financial objectives

Collect, analyze, and interpret data, quantifying financial opportunity and risk, and recommending optimal business decisions/actions

Support other ad-hoc analytics and reporting requirements

Financial Operations

Oversee the financial operations of the business

Oversee the company’s transaction processing system

Manage capital spending/approval process for designated locations, support the Senior Manager and other stakeholders in the preparation of business case analysis for major projects, ROI analysis along with follow up to ensure planned savings materialise

Monitors working capital balances for any ageing or risk areas

Monitors weekly, monthly and quarterly cashflow planning and forecast, ensure sufficient liquidity for operational needs, identifying any potential challenges

Supports hedging requirement

Review full set of accounts, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies

Commercial

Ensure timely completion of deliverables and reports to clients

Address client queries promptly or escalated when further guidance is needed

Lead and/or participate in business initiatives

Compliance and Auditing

Ensure compliance with financial regulations, internal controls and company policies

Manage year‑end audits, tax compliance, GST, corporate secretarial & insurance activities

Ensure accurate and up‑to‑date financial records are maintained

Process Improvement

Review and understand financial system and processes, identify opportunities for improvement

Develop and enhance processes to assist in controlling costs/results

Provide guidance and support to team members on the implementation of new financial tools and software

Promote best practices in financial management across the organization

Leadership

Coach, mentor and support junior finance staff as required

Performance management of staff as required

Participate in cross‑functional projects as required

Any other ad hoc responsibilities as assigned or as necessary to fulfill the requirements of the role.

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Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What’s your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years’ experience do you have as an Assistant Finance Manager?
• How many years’ experience do you have with forecasting for businesses?
• How many years of auditing experience do you have?
• How many years of corporate secretarial experience do you have?