Assistant Manager, Finance (Two Specialisations Available)

Primeworq; Selangor; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established group in the metal manufacturing industry is looking for an Assistant Manager (Finance) to enhance its Finance team. The role involves group consolidation, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with IFRS standards. Candidates should hold a degree in Accounting/Finance, preferably with 5+ years of relevant experience. Fluency in Mandarin is required due to reporting needs. The position offers significant career growth opportunities within a stable and expanding organization.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative and supportive finance leadership

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in accounting, reporting, or consolidation.
• Experience in manufacturing or audit of manufacturing clients is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead group consolidation and financial reporting in accordance with IFRS.
• Manage day-to-day accounting operations including AP, AR, GL, and closing.
• Prepare accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP and IFRS.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, tax requirements, and statutory reporting.

Skills

Strong command of IFRS

Analytical skills

Hands-on experience with ERP systems

Mandarin-speaking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting / Finance

Job description

Our client, a well-established group in the metal manufacturing industry, is expanding its Finance team and is hiring for Assistant Manager (Finance) with two specialisation tracks:

1. Group Reporting & Consolidation
2. Financial Accounting / Full Set Accounts

Key Responsibilities (General)

As an Assistant Manager in the Finance team, you will play a key role in strengthening the company’s financial governance and supporting decision‑making. Depending on your expertise, your responsibilities will fall into one or both of these areas:

Track 1: Group Reporting & Consolidation

• Lead group consolidation, financial reporting, and analysis in accordance with IFRS and regulatory requirements (including HKEX disclosures).
• Maintain and standardise the Group Chart of Accounts across subsidiaries.
• Prepare quarterly, interim, and annual reports for group‑level submission.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and business performance analysis.
• Identify financial risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Resolve finance‑related issues within the ERP system and coordinate with IT when necessary.
• Liaise with group and local auditors and support compliance reporting.

Track 2: Financial Accounting / Full Set Accounts

• Manage day‑to‑day accounting operations including AP, AR, GL, and month‑end closing.
• Prepare accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP and IFRS.
• Oversee inventory control, costing, and cash flow monitoring.
• Lead and guide a team of junior accountants.
• Manage budgeting and forecasting cycles and prepare management reports.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, tax requirements, and statutory reporting.
• Handle tax matters including transfer pricing, tax incentives, and deductibility.
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, and bankers.

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome candidates from both commercial and audit backgrounds, especially those who meet one or more of the following:

Must‑Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting / Finance or recognised professional qualification (ACCA / CPA / MIA preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in accounting, reporting, or consolidation.
• Strong command of IFRS and financial reporting standards.
• Experience in manufacturing or audit of manufacturing clients (advantage).
• Mandarin‑speaking due to reporting and business requirements.
• Strong analytical skills and hands‑on experience with ERP systems.

Good‑to‑Have (Track‑Based)

For Group Reporting Track:

• At least 2 years of group consolidation experience.
• Experience preparing HKEX‑related disclosures is an advantage.

For Full‑Set Accounting Track:

• Strong foundation in AP/AR/GL, month‑end closing, costing, and tax.
• Experience supervising junior staff.

Why Join the Team?

• Opportunity to support both local and group‑level finance functions.
• Exposure to IFRS, HKEX reporting, and multi‑entity consolidation.
• Career growth in a stable, expanding manufacturing group.
• Collaborative and supportive finance leadership.