Chief Financial Officer

Private Advertiser; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public-sector organization in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to steer strategic financial leadership and ensure robust governance. The ideal candidate will possess over 15 years of extensive experience in financial management, demonstrated leadership in compliance and procurement, and a Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or Finance, accompanied by a professional accounting qualification. This pivotal role requires a passion for contributing to national human capital development and offers a platform to modernise financial operations while enhancing stakeholder confidence.

Benefits

Enhanced EPF contribution

Comprehensive medical coverage

Inclusive insurance protection

Attractive employee benefits

Qualifications

• 15–20 years of extensive financial leadership experience in statutory bodies or public-sector environments.
• Proven experience in financial governance and compliance.
• Demonstrated leadership in procurement oversight.

Responsibilities

• Shape and direct the financial strategy and governance frameworks.
• Oversee all financial operations and maintain audit readiness.
• Provide strategic oversight for procurement governance.

Skills

Financial governance

Financial compliance

Procurement oversight

Stakeholder engagement

Financial analytics

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy/Finance

Chartered Accountant qualification (e.g. MIA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Benefits

Enhanced EPF contribution — additional employer contribution beyond the statutory rate.

Comprehensive medical, optical, and dental coverage for employees and their dependents.

Inclusive insurance protection for added peace of mind.

Attractive employee flexible benefits and subsidies to support daily and professional needs.

Excellent accessibility, with our office conveniently connected to major public transport routes (MRT/LRT).

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking an exceptional Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide strategic leadership and steward financial resources with strong governance, transparency, and sustainability. This role is vital in advancing our mandate to develop Malaysia’s human capital while ensuring long‑term financial resilience. You will oversee key financial functions, including accounting, procurement, levy management, and operational cost control, while safeguarding the integrity of levy and operational funds through robust internal controls and strict public‑sector governance. The CFO will also lead digital finance transformation efforts to modernise systems, enhance compliance, and enable data‑driven decision‑making. In addition, you will serve as a strategic advisor, providing financial perspectives to Board Committees, management committees, and key national stakeholders to ensure alignment with organisational priorities.

Suppose you are passionate about contributing to national human capital development and have the expertise to lead a high‑performing finance function, we invite you to explore this opportunity and play a pivotal role in shaping the organisation’s future.

Financial Leadership & Organisational Stewardship

Shape and direct the organisation’s financial strategy, planning, and governance frameworks by aligning financial policies, budgets, and risk controls with the company mandate and long‑term corporate objectives to ensure strong fiscal discipline, transparent decision making, and the long‑term financial sustainability of the organisation.

Financial Controls, Compliance & Reporting

Oversee all financial operations, i.e. financial accounting, internal controls, AP/AR cycles, and statutory reporting by upholding audit readiness, regulatory compliance, and the highest standards of integrity and transparency to ensure that the organisation maintains accurate, reliable, and compliant financial records that withstand regulatory and audit scrutiny.

Financial Integrity & Fund Governance

Ensure the sound financial management of funds by accurately recording, reconciling, and reporting financial transactions in accordance with regulatory standards and governance expectations, thereby enhancing stakeholder confidence.

Procurement Governance & Institutional Transparency

Provide strategic oversight and direction for the organisation’s procurement framework by ensuring transparency, accountability, competitive sourcing, and adherence to governance requirements across all procurement and contract management activities, thereby ensuring deliverables of value for money, compliance with governance expectations, and institutional integrity.

Organisational Cost Discipline & Financial Insights

Champion cost optimisation, financial modernisation, and digital enablement by strengthening financial analytics, budget discipline, and system improvements that enhance organisational efficiency and improve financial visibility to ensure business continuity and financial stability.

Professional Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy/Finance or related fields.
• A professional Chartered Accountant qualification (e.g. MIA, ACCA, CIMA, MICPA, ICAEW) is essential.
• 15–20 years of extensive financial leadership experience, ideally within statutory bodies, regulators, government‑linked companies, or large public‑sector environments.
• Experience in the corporate sector or government‑related organisations is highly desirable.
• Proven leadership in financial governance, compliance, procurement oversight, and stakeholder engagement.
• Demonstrated experience leading organisational financial transformation and strengthening governance frameworks.

Note to Applicants: We appreciate your interest in joining us. Due to the high number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your understanding as we carefully review all applications.