Assistant Manager, Finance

GuocoLand (Malaysia) Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property investment firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an Assistant Manager, Finance to oversee financial reporting and cash flow management. You will supervise a skilled accounting team while engaging with operations and leasing teams to ensure accuracy and compliance. This role requires over six years of experience in finance or auditing, preferably with exposure to real estate. Join us for a hands-on opportunity where you’ll contribute to disciplined financial practices and high-level business insights.

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ experience in finance, accounting, or audit.
• Exposure to property investment or real estate preferred.
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience supervising junior finance staff.

Responsibilities

• Own monthly close, reporting accuracy, and variance analysis.
• Monitor receivables and cash flow risks.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and variance explanations.
• Act as finance counterpart to property management and leasing.

Skills

Financial reporting

Cash flow management

Compliance

Budgeting

Education

ACCA / CPA or equivalent

Job description

We are looking for an Assistant Manager, Finance to take accountability for financial reporting, cash flow discipline, and compliance across our property investment portfolio.

This is a hands-on, business-facing role for a seasoned finance professional who values clarity, discipline, and execution.

The Role

Reporting directly to the CFO, you will manage the integrity of financial reporting and cash flow visibility for assigned investment entities.

You will supervise a small, experienced accounting team and work closely with property operations and leasing teams to ensure financial accuracy, timely issue resolution, and transparent reporting.

What You’ll Be Accountable For

Own monthly close, reporting accuracy, and variance analysis

Ensure audit-ready records and compliance with standards

Cash Flow & Collections

Monitor receivables and cash flow risks

Personally manage escalated tenant arrears and settlements

Budgeting & Forecasting

Prepare budgets, forecasts, and variance explanations

Update projections based on leasing and collection realities

Business Engagement

Act as finance counterpart to property management and leasing

Translate operational activity into clear financial insight

Team Supervision

Supervise accounts and credit control staff

Set clear priorities and quality standards

Who We’re Looking For

6+ years’ experience in finance, accounting, or audit

Exposure to property investment or real estate preferred

Strong reporting, cash flow, and compliance capability

Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision

Experience supervising junior finance staff

ACCA / CPA or equivalent preferred

Why This Role

Clear ownership of finance execution and discipline

Close exposure to business operations and senior leadership

Join a financially disciplined and well-governed organization

Long-term relevance and credibility

If you value accountability, clarity, and being trusted to run your portfolio well, we’d like to hear from you.

Unlock job insights

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 of credit control experience do you have?
• Which of the following accounting tasks are you familiar with?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?