Associate Finance Director

MVC Resources; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced Associate Director to lead financial reporting and consolidation engagements. The ideal candidate will oversee the preparation of consolidated financial statements and ensure compliance with MFRS/IFRS standards. Responsibilities include mentoring teams and building relationships with stakeholders. Qualifications include a bachelor's degree and relevant professional certifications, with a preference for candidates from Big 4 firms, as well as strong technical accounting skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, or CA is mandatory.
• Minimum 8–12 years of relevant experience in audit, accounting advisory, or financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead group consolidation engagements for listed companies and large corporates.
• Review preparation and consolidated financial statements for various group structures.
• Advise clients on MFRS/IFRS accounting treatments including business combinations.

Skills

Technical accounting skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership capabilities

Project management skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, or CA)

Tools

Financial reporting tools

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Associate Director to lead and oversee financial reporting and consolidation engagements for a diverse portfolio of clients. This role is pivotal in ensuring high-quality technical accounting advisory, group reporting accuracy, and compliance with applicable accounting standards, while also mentoring teams and supporting business growth initiatives.

Financial Reporting & Consolidation

• Lead group consolidation engagements for listed companies, large corporates, and multinational groups.
• Oversee preparation and review of consolidated financial statements, including complex group structures, joint ventures, and associates.
• Advise clients on accounting treatments under MFRS/IFRS, including business combinations, equity accounting, impairment, revenue recognition, and financial instruments.
• Review technical accounting papers and position memos prepared by the team.
• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of statutory financial statements in compliance with regulatory and reporting requirements.

Technical Advisory & Standards

• Act as a technical reference point on accounting standards and interpretation matters.
• Support clients on new accounting standards adoption, restatements, and reporting framework transitions.
• Provide guidance on consolidation systems, reporting processes, and internal controls over financial reporting.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients on reporting and consolidation matters.
• Build strong working relationships with CFOs, finance teams, auditors, and other stakeholders.
• Manage engagement scope, timelines, budgets, and resourcing.

People Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop managers, seniors, and associates within the reporting team.
• Review work outputs and provide structured coaching and feedback.
• Support performance management and succession planning within the team.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, or CA (mandatory).
• Strong technical grounding in MFRS/IFRS.

Experience

• Minimum 8–12 years of relevant experience in audit, accounting advisory, financial reporting, or consolidation roles.
• Prior experience in a Big 4 / Top 10 accounting firm or reputable professional services firm is highly preferred.
• Proven experience handling group consolidations and complex accounting issues.
• Exposure to listed companies and regulatory reporting is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical accounting and analytical skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities.
• Leadership capability with experience managing and developing teams.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple engagements concurrently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools; experience with consolidation systems is a plus.