Business Services Finance Senior Consultant

weConnect; Penang; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A business process outsourcing firm in Malaysia is seeking a Senior Consultant for Finance Services. The ideal candidate will manage client relationships and oversee finance operations across various countries, especially focusing on Japan-based subsidiaries. This role demands strong communication, leadership, and project management skills. Candidates should have a background in accounting or finance, with at least 4 years of experience and proficiency in MS Office applications. Opportunities for continuous professional development and managerial progression are available.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of working experience in accounting, finance, or similar professional services.
• Business-level English reading and writing skills.
• Proficiency in reading and writing Chinese characters.

Responsibilities

• Acting as primary point of contact for clients on finance, accounting, banking, and tax matters.
• Review financial reports for accuracy and compliance.
• Overseeing the full finance cycle to ensure compliant service delivery.
• Guiding and reviewing junior team members’ work.

Skills

Client communication

Leadership

Project management

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accountancy/finance

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Business Services Finance Senior Consultant

Role Description

The Business Services Finance Senior Consultant position is an exciting opportunity for candidates who thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced business process outsourcing (BPO) environment.

The Finance Senior Consultant is responsible for managing client relationships and overseeing all aspects of finance operations including accounting, banking and tax services for clients across multiple countries, with a strong focus on Japan-based subsidiaries of global companies.

The role involves close collaboration with internal teams, partners, and advisors to ensure seamless service delivery and high-quality finance outcomes.

Comprehensive on-the-job training will be provided for Japan and other country-specific finance processes, local regulations, and system operations. This position is ideal for professionals who are confident in client communication, leadership, and project management, and who are eager to deepen their technical and consulting expertise while progressing toward a managerial role.

Responsibilities

Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Acting as the primary point of contact for assigned clients on all finance, accounting, banking and tax related matters.
• Communicating via email, phone, and online meetings with clients.
• Review financial reports and ensure the accuracy of accounting entries, email drafts, cash flow projections, and payment setups prepared by other team members.
• Overseeing the full finance cycle, ensuring accurate and compliant service delivery across finance processes, in accordance with accounting policies and standards.
• Guiding and reviewing the work of junior team members to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with statutory requirements and client policies.
• Leading and contributing to continuous improvement projects within the finance service team.
• Collaborating with external finance vendors and partners to ensure timely and accurate processing while maintaining awareness of local requirements.
• Contribute actively to finance client on-boarding processes.

Required Qualifications

Skills and Experience

• At least 4 years of working experience, preferably in accounting, finance or similar professional services.
• Bachelor’s degree in accountancy/finance or equivalent qualification/business experience.
• Business-level English reading and writing skills.
• Proficiency in reading and writing Chinese characters.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

Personal Attributes

• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including experience coaching or reviewing junior team members’ work.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail and excellent organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under strict deadlines while maintaining a high standard of work.
• Cultural awareness and the ability to work effectively with people at all levels across several countries.
• Demonstrated ability and motivation to learn new knowledge, systems and global finance processes.

Bonus Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in payroll, accounting, finance, or similar professional services.