ASSISTANT GROUP FINANCE MANAGER / MANAGER

North West Enterprise; Selangor; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Malaysia is seeking an Assistant Group Finance Manager/Manager to oversee financial reporting, compliance, and team management. The role requires strong expertise in Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards and significant experience in a group environment. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to strategic decisions and drive financial performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant working experience in a similar capacity.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS).
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and consolidation of Group financial reports.
• Manage compliance with local tax laws and regulations.
• Supervise day-to-day accounting operations.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Tax Planning

Team Leadership

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

CPA/ACCA/CIMA

MIA Membership

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting Software

ERP Systems

Job description

ASSISTANT GROUP FINANCE MANAGER / MANAGER

• Lead the preparation, consolidation, and review of Group financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts.
• Ensure accurate, complete, and timely financial reporting in compliance with Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS), regulatory, and statutory requirements.
• Prepare annual statutory financial statements and liaise with auditors for timely completion and submission.
• Analyze monthly and quarterly financial performance, including variance analysis against budget, identifying key trends, risks, and opportunities to support strategic decisions.
• Prepare forecasting, budgeting, and cash flow planning reports for management and board review.

2. Taxation & Regulatory Compliance

• Responsible for income tax computations, deferred tax analysis, and corporate tax planning strategies to optimize tax efficiency.
• Manage compliance with local tax laws and regulations, including liaising with tax agents on corporate tax, SST, and transfer pricing issues.
• Ensure statutory and regulatory compliance including Companies Act, Income Tax Act, and other relevant legislations.

3. Group Consolidation & Financial Strategy

• Handle group consolidation of multiple subsidiaries and related companies, including inter-company transactions and eliminations.
• Work closely with senior management to develop and monitor financial strategies, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to the management for performance improvement, cost control, and investment decisions.
• Lead and manage the annual audit process, including preparation of audit schedules, responding to auditor queries, and ensuring timely audit completion.
• Serve as a key liaison with external parties such as auditors, tax agents, company secretaries, bankers, and legal advisors on all financial and statutory matters.

5. Accounting Operations & Internal Controls

• Supervise and guide the Accounting team in day-to-day operations, ensuring timely and accurate month-end/year-end closing and reporting.
• Establish, review, and enforce internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to safeguard the company’s assets and ensure compliance.
• Review and monitor accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and inventory management, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• In charge of costing, inventory valuation, and manufacturing account reporting, ensuring alignment with operational and financial data.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance and accounting team, setting clear KPIs and performance goals.
• Conduct regular training and knowledge sharing sessions to ensure continuous professional development of the team.

7. Ad-hoc Assignments & Projects

• Handle any special projects and ad-hoc assignments as directed by the management, including system implementation, process improvement initiatives, and corporate exercises (e.g., mergers and acquisitions).

Requirements

• Member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) — mandatory.
• Professional qualifications (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CIMA) are an added advantage.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant working experience in a similar capacity, preferably in a group environment and manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge and practical application of Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS) and group consolidation practices.
• Experience in handling full set of accounts, including consolidation and financial reporting for multiple entities.
• Solid background in audit, preferably gained from reputable audit firms.
• Proven experience in tax planning and compliance, including preparation and review of tax computations and liaising with tax authorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and accounting software. ERP system knowledge is an added advantage.
• Meticulous, analytical, and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, capable of working effectively with all levels of management and stakeholders.
• Strong sense of responsibility, integrity, and confidentiality in handling sensitive financial information.
• Able to work independently under tight deadlines and in a fast-paced environment.

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North West Enterprise Sdn Bhd was established in 1979 and is constantly pursuing an active policy of expansion. The hotel supplies division which was incorporated in 1987, is currently one of the leading hotel amenities supplier in Malaysia.

With professional management team and commitment by team members, North West Enterprise Sdn Bhd has achieved quality management system of ISO 9001:2015 certified in accordance with TUV CERT.

Today we are the leading hotel supplier in Malaysia with a fast-growing export base by providing a comprehensive range of amenities products from toiletry items such as soap, shampoo and shower caps to general items like pens, hangers and bathroom slippers and etc.

North West Enterprise Sdn Bhd was established in 1979 and is constantly pursuing an active policy of expansion. The hotel supplies division which was incorporated in 1987, is currently one of the leading hotel amenities supplier in Malaysia.

With professional management team and commitment by team members, North West Enterprise Sdn Bhd has achieved quality management system of ISO 9001:2015 certified in accordance with TUV CERT.

Today we are the leading hotel supplier in Malaysia with a fast-growing export base by providing a comprehensive range of amenities products from toiletry items such as soap, shampoo and shower caps to general items like pens, hangers and bathroom slippers and etc.

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