Chief Financial Officer

Randstad Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Business Finance Head to oversee financial operations and support strategic decisions. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in finance, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of Malaysian regulations. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance, liaising with banks, and driving financial growth through insightful analysis. This is a full-time position located in Kuala Lumpur.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in business or finance roles.
• At least 10 years in leadership roles involving financial decision-making.
• Malaysian accounting standards and regulations expertise.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Finance, Accounting, and Admin functions in compliance with regulations.
• Provide financial advisory to the Managing Director using data.
• Conduct bank analysis to recommend optimal banking partners.

Skills

Leadership and collaboration

Analytical and detail-oriented

Strategic and commercial acumen

Effective communication under pressure

Agile problem-solving

Education

Degree in Finance

Bachelor Degree

Tools

ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Autocount)

Job description

Job Description

Position Title: Business Finance Head
Department: Finance, Accounting & Admin
Reporting to: Managing Director

1. Job Objectives

• Ensure the financial and operational stability of the organization by executing and coordinating all finance-related tasks, supporting strategic decisions of the Managing Director, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Drive business growth through actionable financial insights, effective bank communications, and supplier contract management that supports trading operations.
• Promote cross-functional collaboration across HR, IT, and finance functions to improve operational efficiency and accountability.

1. Key Responsibilities

Functional Responsibilities

• Coordinate Finance, Accounting, and Admin functions in compliance with Malaysian regulations and internal policies.
• Provide financial advisory to the Managing Director using current and forecasted data.
• Act as the main liaison for all bank-related matters, ensuring timely and cost-effective execution.
• Conduct bank analysis to recommend optimal banking partners and services.
• Prepare monthly budget vs. actual variance analyses and propose corrective actions.
• Monitor sales, forecasts, and collections to ensure sustainable business performance.
• Oversee supplier contracts, including negotiation, assessment, and renewal processes.
• Maintain and update HR records (leave, attendance, employment) with weekly reporting.
• Coordinate annual increment, bonus, and incentive processes.
• Liaise with IT for daily operations and manage related expenditures.
• Stay abreast of global economic and industry developments, providing strategic input.

Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities

• Foster cross-department collaboration to ensure process efficiency and team alignment.
• Guide team members in finance and administrative processes to improve their capabilities.
• Recommend enhancements to workflows and job scopes to meet evolving business needs.

Organizational Responsibilities

• Review and improve SOPs and financial workflows.
• Define and monitor reporting deadlines for financial documents (e.g. Cashflow Reports, Sales Reports).
• Present financial analyses and strategic recommendations to management.
• Assist the Managing Director with data-backed financial decisions.
• Collaborate with other department heads to streamline data entry and transaction processes.

1. Success Metrics / Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Cash Flow Management: ≥ 95% accuracy of monthly forecast.
• Financial Reporting Timeliness:
• Weekly reports: by 2nd working day of the week
• Monthly reports: by 5th working day of the following month
• Bank Communication Efficiency: Zero delays or extra costs from banking processes.
• Supplier Contract Management: Renewals completed ≥ 2 months before expiration; zero financial discrepancies.
• Compliance Adherence: Zero non-compliance issues during audits/reviews.
• IT Uptime: No downtime due to internal delays in IT maintenance/upgrades.

1. Job Requirements

Education:

• Degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field.

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in business or finance roles.
• At least 10 years in leadership roles involving financial decision-making.

Technical Knowledge:

• Malaysian accounting standards and regulations.
• ERP systems proficiency (e.g. SAP, Autocount, others).
• Understanding of HR and IT coordination in business contexts.

Certifications:

• Professional Accounting Certification (e.g. ACCA, CIMA) preferred.

Languages:

• Bahasa Malaysia (mandatory), Chinese (preferred), and English (fluent, both spoken and written).

Personal Attributes:

• Leadership and collaboration
• Integrity and proactive problem-solving
• Strong communication under pressure
• Results-driven mindset

1. Competency Requirements

• Analytical and detail-oriented
• Strategic and commercial acumen
• Agile problem-solving in fast-paced environments
• Effective multitasking and prioritization
• High accountability and initiative in finance-related tasks

If you are keen on this role, do apply via this link or reach out to bryant at 0164140218

skills

no additional skills required

qualifications

no additional qualifications required

education

Bachelor Degree