Associate Finance Director

MVC Resources; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 240,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

MVC Resources is seeking an experienced Associate Director to lead and oversee financial reporting and consolidation engagements for a diverse portfolio of clients in Kuala Lumpur. The role focuses on high-quality technical accounting advisory, group reporting accuracy, and compliance with MFRS/IFRS, while mentoring teams and supporting growth.

You will oversee complex group consolidations, guide treatment under IFRS, and ensure timely statutory financial statements, maintaining strong client

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.
• 8–12 years of relevant experience in audit, accounting advisory, financial reporting, or consolidation roles.
• Big 4 / Top 10 firm experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Group consolidation

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Team coaching

Project management

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

ACCA/CPA/CA

Tools

Consolidation systems

Excel

Job description

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | Posted on 08/21/2026

• Country Malaysia

Job Description

Overview

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.

Key Responsibilities

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.

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

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.

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.