Chief Financial Officer

Talent Recruit; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead financial operations and support growth strategies in Malaysia. The candidate will oversee financial planning, compliance, and risk management while providing strategic insights for business expansion. A Bachelor's degree in Finance and significant leadership experience in a public-listed firm is required. This position offers opportunities for managing international operations in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Group Insurance

Medical Coverage

Dental, Medical Check-Up, Optical Benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in finance leadership, preferably in a public-listed company.
• Proven experience in managing cross-border operations is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of MFRS, tax, treasury, and Bursa compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial operations and support growth strategy.
• Partner with leadership on financial planning and investment strategies.
• Manage cash flow and banking relationships.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

Financial analysis and insights

Compliance with tax and financial regulations

Excellent leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Professional certification such as CPA/ACCA/MIA

Job description

We are representing our client a public listed fast-growing company dedicated to innovation in the lifestyle and consumer products space. With a strong footprint in Malaysia and an expanding international presence, the company is now exploring strategic business expansion into other region, positioning itself as a key regional player in the industry.

• Mon-Fri: 9:30am-6pm
• Group Insurance
• Medical Coverage
• Dental, Medical Check-Up, Optical Benefits

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a strategic and results‑driven Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the companys financial operations and support its growth strategy, including market expansion into other region. The CFO will oversee all aspects of financial planning, budgeting, compliance, reporting, treasury, and risk management, while serving as a key advisor to the Managing Director and Board. This role requires strong leadership, business acumen, and the ability to drive financial excellence in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Financial Leadership

• Provide strategic financial direction to support the companys business goals and regional expansion plans.
• Partner with the senior leadership team on financial planning, investment strategies, and business development.
• Play a key role in evaluating and executing cross‑border expansion into Vietnam and Taiwan.
• Lead the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and long‑term financial plans.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to drive decision‑making and improve business performance.
• Monitor key financial KPIs and implement performance improvement initiatives.
• Oversee timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with MFRS and statutory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, corporate governance, and Bursa Malaysia listing requirements.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, regulators, and financial institutions.

4. Treasury & Cash Flow Management

• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, credit facilities, and investment portfolios.
• Ensure effective capital allocation and funding strategies to support growth and expansion.
• Develop and enforce robust internal controls, risk mitigation strategies, and financial policies.
• Identify financial risks related to overseas operations and propose solutions.
• Lead and develop the finance team to ensure high performance and accountability.
• Foster a culture of integrity, transparency, and continuous improvement within the finance function.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Professional certification such as CPA/ACCA/MIA qualification is required.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in finance leadership, preferably in a public‑listed company or fast‑growing regional business.
• Proven experience in international expansion or managing cross‑border operations is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of MFRS, tax, treasury, and Bursa compliance.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strategic thinker with hands‑on execution capability.

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