Assistant Finance Manager (Manufacturing)

Wide Tropism Trading Sdn. Bhd.; Gombak; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic manufacturing company is seeking an Assistant Finance Manager to establish and manage finance operations for a new entity. This role involves leading finance set-up, supporting financial operations and compliance, and enhancing costing structures. Candidates should have a degree in Accounting/Finance, at least 4 years of experience, and strong knowledge in manufacturing finance. Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with local accounting standards is required, along with communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or Finance, with ACCA, CPA, or MIA preferred.
• At least 4 years of relevant manufacturing finance experience.
• Strong knowledge in manufacturing costing, inventory, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead finance set-up project for new manufacturing entity.
• Support monthly closing and year-end account activities.
• Strengthen manufacturing costing structure and monitor BOMs.

Skills

Manufacturing finance knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in MS Excel

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of local accounting standards

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance

ACCA, CPA, or MIA preferred

Tools

SQL

OS Trio

Job description

Assistant Finance Manager (Manufacturing)

We are looking for a proactive and hands‑on Assistant Finance Manager to support our Finance Department and play a key role in establishing and managing the finance operations of our newly formed manufacturing entity. This role offers strong exposure in manufacturing costing, controls, reporting, and ERP/process set‑up, working closely with cross‑functional stakeholders to ensure smooth plant finance operations.

Key Responsibilities

• New Manufacturing Entity Finance Set‑Up
  • Lead the end‑to‑end finance set‑up project for the new manufacturing entity, including timeline planning, stakeholder coordination, and deliverables tracking.
  • Establish finance workflows, reporting structure, and control points to support manufacturing operations (procurement‑to‑pay, inventory movements, production costing, month‑end processes).
  • Coordinate finance‑related documentation for registrations/licensing and compliance readiness where applicable.
  • Drive budgeting and tracking for plant start‑up, ensuring proper documentation and governance.
  • Lead/coordinate ERP implementation readiness for manufacturing modules (inventory, costing, production), including process mapping, UAT coordination, data validation, and go‑live preparation.
  • Ensure documentation is complete and audit‑ready from day one.
• Financial Operations & Reporting
  • Support monthly closing and year‑end account closing activities with accuracy and timeliness.
  • Prepare management reports, budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis with clear explanations.
  • Support working capital monitoring (inventory, payables, receivables) and cashflow planning.
  • Liaise with auditors, tax agents, bankers, and relevant government authorities as needed.
• Process Control & Compliance
  • Strengthen manufacturing costing structure, monitor BOMs, and implement cost controls.
  • Review cost allocations, inventory valuation, production variances, and key production KPIs.
  • Work closely with respective teams to improve inventory accuracy and costing discipline.
  • Develop and maintain SOPs and internal controls for manufacturing finance processes.
• Team Collaboration
  • Partner closely with other Departments to align finance processes.
  • Provide finance input on pricing, margin analysis, and raw material cost movements.
  • Guide and review tasks of junior finance/account staff, if applicable.
• Strategic Projects
  • Support cost‑saving initiatives, process improvements, and special assignments.
  • Provide financial insights for plant performance tracking and strategic planning.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting/Finance; ACCA, CPA, or MIA preferred.
• At least 4 years of relevant experience in manufacturing finance.
• Strong knowledge in manufacturing finance, especially costing, inventory, controls, and reporting.
• Experience supporting or coordinating system/process implementation or plant set‑up activities is an advantage.
• Proficient in MS Excel, SQL, OS Trio, or similar ERP software.
• Familiar with SST, Income Tax Act, Customs Act, and local accounting standards.
• Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin is a plus.
• Good analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Well‑organized, detail‑oriented, and able to work under pressure.

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