Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Private Advertiser; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational manufacturing company in Malaysia seeks a Financial Strategy Leader to drive financial strategies supporting growth and international expansion. This role requires extensive experience in financial leadership, particularly within manufacturing, and a strong background in finance operations, tax management, and strategic business partnering. Ideal candidates will have over 12 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree in a related field and relevant professional certifications. The position emphasizes collaboration in executive discussions, governance, and efficient financial management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12–18 years of progressive financial leadership experience.
• At least 8 years in a manufacturing environment, preferably electronics, industrial, or automotive.
• Proven experience in cross-national business environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute financial strategies to support business growth.
• Oversee accounting, treasury, tax, audit, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead costing, BOM review, inventory management, and production variance analysis.

Skills

Financial leadership

Cost management

Communication

Analytical mindset

Integrity

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics

Professional certifications (CPA, ACCA, CIMA, CMA)

Job description

Financial Strategy Leadership

• Develop and execute financial strategies that support business growth and international expansion plans.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and long-term financial modelling.
• Provide strategic recommendations to the CEO and Board.

Financial Operations & Controls

• Oversee accounting, treasury, tax, audit, and regulatory compliance.
• Strengthen internal controls aligned with local and international best practices.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting (IFRS/GAAP).
• Drive cost optimisation and improve operational efficiency.

Manufacturing Finance & Cost Management

• Lead costing, BOM review, inventory management, WIP control, and production variance analysis.
• Work closely with Operations, Supply Chain, and Procurement to improve plant cost efficiency.
• Evaluate CAPEX projects, conduct ROI analysis, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage financial coordination for joint ventures, international partners, and overseas-related projects.
• Handle cross-border financial matters such as transfer pricing, FX exposures, and consolidation.
• Support governance and audit requirements involving international stakeholders.

Strategic Business Partnering

• Provide financial insights to support expansion plans, joint ventures, partnerships, and risk management.
• Support digital transformation initiatives, including ERP enhancements and data-driven decision-making.
• Represent Finance in executive-level discussions and business reviews.
• Conduct financial due diligence, valuation, feasibility studies and deal structuring.
• Coordinate with investment bankers, legal advisers, and regulatory parties.
• Build and lead a high-performing finance team across accounting, FP&A, treasury, and costing functions.
• Foster a culture of accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement.
• Strengthen the finance team’s capabilities to support future international growth.

Tax Management

• Ensure compliance with Malaysian tax laws (LHDN) and manage tax planning strategies.
• Oversee SST/GST-related matters depending on requirements.
• Liaise with tax agents and advisors.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks.
• Oversee enterprise risk management (ERM) and ensure compliance with governance standards.
• Work with Audit Committee and Risk Committee on governance matters.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, CIMA, or CMA are highly preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 12–18 years of progressive financial leadership experience.
• At least 8 years in a manufacturing environment, preferably electronics, industrial, or automotive.
• Proven experience in cross-national business environments, including joint ventures, international partnerships, or multi-country coordination.
• Strong background in financial planning, manufacturing costing, and business expansion support.
• Solid knowledge of IFRS/GAAP, taxation, treasury, and corporate governance.
• Strong expertise in manufacturing finance: costing, WIP, inventory management, BOM analysis.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to work with local and overseas stakeholders.
• High integrity, analytical mindset, and strong business acumen.
• Ability to navigate complex, evolving environments and support international growth.