Chief Financial Officer

ExecThread; Klang City; On-site; MYR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected manufacturing company in Klang City is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to manage finance and accounting operations. The successful candidate will be integral to financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and leading process improvements. Ideal candidates will have at least 15 years of experience in finance, a relevant degree, and a strong background in manufacturing. This position supports the company's growth strategy and requires excellent interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years' experience in finance and accounting.
• 10 years' experience in a people management role.
• Background in manufacturing is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage finance and accounting operations.
• Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Drive process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Workflow streamlining

Process improvement

Education

Degree in finance or accounting

Membership with a professional accounting body

Job description

Overview

The Company is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a team and overseeing the day‑to‑day finance and accounting operations, ensuring smooth and timely financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. This role also involves spearheading process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, as well as the opportunity to handle automation and drive the team's capabilities in line with the business's need for close financial support.

Qualifications

Applicants for the CFO position at the company should have a minimum of 15 years' experience in finance and accounting, with a degree in a related field or a membership with a professional accounting body. A background in manufacturing and at least 10 years' experience in a people management role are essential. The role requires a candidate with strong interpersonal skills, the ability to streamline workflow, and a proven track record in driving process improvement plans.

Role Impact

The CFO will play a key role in the company's expansion and must be prepared to work closely with the managing director and the rest of the team to support the business's growth.

Functions

• Finance

Travel %

Less than 10%

Respected company in the manufacturing & trading industry