CHIEF FINANCE OFFICER (CFO)

OAG Group of Companies; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in M&A and corporate finance. In this pivotal role, you will lead advisory services, manage complex transactions, and support strategic business planning. Your expertise in financial analysis and stakeholder management will be crucial in driving the company's vision and ensuring compliance with financial practices. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with international clients and contribute to high-stakes projects, making a significant impact in a dynamic environment. If you are ready to take on a leadership position in finance, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in global FMCG or similar environment.
• Proven ability to manage full project cycles.

Responsibilities

• Lead M&A advisory and manage global transactions.
• Prepare marketing materials and deal documents.

Skills

Commercial and strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Valuation and financial analysis

Project management

Analytical skills

Fluency in English

Education

Degree in Accountancy

Professional qualification (CA/ACCA/CIMA/CPA)

Postgraduate qualification (e.g., MBA)

Tools

SAP

BPC

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

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Responsibilities:

1. Lead advisory M&A including buy-side, sell-side, and capital raising.
2. Manage global inbound and outbound transactions with international and national clients, including blue chip companies, emerging firms, and private equity.
3. Oversee key transaction work streams, liaising directly with clients and external vendors/bidders.
4. Prepare marketing materials and essential deal documents.
5. Develop valuation, financial, and strategic analyses.
6. Manage the due diligence process.
7. Contribute proactively to business development.
8. Support the company's vision and related business planning activities.
9. Ensure development and implementation of financial and management information systems, policies, and procedures in line with group guidelines and statutory requirements.
10. Lead the development and delivery of finance practices aligned with strategic goals, including initiatives related to tax, treasury, accounting, reporting, and risk management.
11. Plan resources to achieve operational finance objectives.
12. Identify business priorities and ensure finance activities add maximum value.
13. Drive the implementation of the global target operating model for finance.
14. Develop personnel to maintain high performance and leadership capabilities.
15. Build strong relationships with external agencies.
16. Ensure compliance with QHSEMS and participate in its implementation.
17. Communicate finance strategy clearly across the organization.

Job Requirements:

• Degree and professional accountancy qualification (CA / ACCA / CIMA / CPA).
• Minimum 15+ years’ experience in a global FMCG or similar environment.
• Strong commercial and strategic thinking skills.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Proven stakeholder management skills.
• Solid knowledge of corporate financial practices.
• Understanding of the tobacco business including operations and marketing.
• Proficiency with Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SAP, BPC.
• Experience with transactions via Corporate Finance, Investment Banking, Private Equity, or Project Finance.
• Deep understanding of business fundamentals and macroeconomics.
• Strong valuation, financial analysis, and modeling skills, with ability to build models from scratch.
• Ability to prepare board presentations and stories.
• Knowledge of tools and techniques for transaction issues.
• Strong presence, confidence, and analytical skills.
• Excellent project management, coaching, and communication skills.
• Commitment to professional and client service excellence.
• Proven ability to manage full project cycles.

A relevant postgraduate qualification (e.g., CPA, CA, CFA, MBA) is highly regarded.