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Assistant Manager Finance

Oppstar Berhad

Bayan Lepas

On-site

MYR 20,000 - 100,000

Full time

Yesterday
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Job summary

A dynamic opportunity exists for an Assistant Finance Manager at a leading company in Penang. This role will support the CFO in financial operations, focusing on compliance, reporting, budgeting, and advising on corporate strategies. Ideal candidates will have significant finance experience, a degree in Accounting or Finance, and relevant professional qualifications.

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of experience in finance or accounting, preferably in a public-listed company.
  • Extensive experience in an audit environment or audit firm preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of MFRS, tax laws, and corporate governance.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in financial reporting, ensuring compliance with MFRS/IFRS and Bursa regulations.
  • Support the preparation of quarterly and annual reports.
  • Conduct financial analysis for business strategy.

Skills

Analytical skills
Problem-solving
Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
Professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, CFA, CIMA)

Tools

ERP systems
Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Summary:

The Assistant Finance Manager will support the CFO in managing financial operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and providing financial insights for strategic decision-making. This role involves overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls, particularly in alignment with the requirements of a public listed company. The candidate must be based in Penang but should be willing to travel to Kuala Lumpur when required.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting & Compliance:

  • Assist in the preparation and review of financial statements, ensuring compliance with MFRS/IFRS, Bursa Malaysia listing requirements, and other relevant regulations.
  • Support the preparation of quarterly and annual reports, Bursa announcements, and investor presentations.
  • Liaise with external auditors, tax authorities, and regulatory bodies to ensure timely and accurate filings.

Budgeting & Forecasting:

  • Assist in the development of the annual budget, rolling forecasts, and financial projections.
  • Monitor financial performance against budgets and provide variance analysis with recommendations.

Financial Analysis & Advisory:

  • Conduct financial analysis to provide insights for business strategy and decision-making.
  • Assist in profitability analysis, cost control, and risk assessment.

Internal Controls & Process Improvement:

  • Ensure strong internal controls and compliance with financial policies and procedures.
  • Support process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.

Treasury & Cash Flow Management:

  • Monitor cash flow, banking activities, and working capital management.
  • Assist in managing corporate financing, loan facilities, and investment activities.

Stakeholder Management:

  • Work closely with business units, external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory bodies.
  • Support the CFO in investor relations by preparing financial data for briefings and reports.

Requirements:

  • Based in Penang but willing to travel to Kuala Lumpur when required.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent.
  • Professional qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CFA, CIMA) is highly preferred.
  • 3-5 years of experience in finance or accounting, in a local public-listed company.
  • Extensive experience in audit environment, or work experience in audit firm is highly preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of MFRS, Bursa Malaysia regulations, tax laws, and corporate governance.
  • Proficiency in financial reporting, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple deadlines, and support executive-level decision-making.
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