Deputy Finance Manager

Keller (M) Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in geotechnical services is seeking a Deputy Finance Manager in Kuala Lumpur. The role involves managing financial operations, supporting regional projects, and ensuring compliance. Candidates should have a degree in Accountancy and extensive experience in finance management, preferably in the construction sector.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of relevant experience.
• Prior exposure to construction industry.
• Strong leadership and financial management skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for finance, accounting, reporting, and compliance activities.
• Lead and manage the accounting team and finance function.
• Analyze financial data and present reports accurately.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Accountancy

ACCA or equivalent

Job description

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Every day, people around the world live, work and play on the ground prepared by Keller, the world’s largest Geotechnical specialist contractor. Along with Planet, Principles, and Profitable Projects, ‘People’ is one of the four Ps we use to define our Sustainability strategy at Keller.

We are committed to creating a work environment and culture that brings out our best and keeps Keller a great place to work.

We are looking for a Deputy Finance Manager, who holds a passion for efficiency and quality work.

You are required to:

Responsible for finance, accounting, reporting, and compliance activities of the Regional Projects Branch, primarily focused in Malaysia. The role also includes supporting other Southeast Asian countries under the branch—excluding Singapore and Indonesia—on an ad hoc basis when projects arise (e.g., Vietnam, the Philippines).

Lead and manage the accounting team, with focus on accounts payables, accounts receivables, fixed assets and banking related matters. Lead all day-to-day finance, procurement function. This role will plan, develop and execute appropriate initiatives to put in place financial processes to ensure effective management and internal control of financial operations.

Commercial and legal: As a part of business partnering to review bid T&Cs and provide advice to BD, Ops on managing the risks associated with finance domain such as payment terms, Bank Guarantee, Cash flow etc.,

Lead project controlling and accounting function for Regional projects branch to be operated from Malaysia, including hands-on on certain level of project controlling and accounting tasks.

Work closely with operations managers and project management to better support and enable business operations. As a business partner, the Finance Manager serves as a key interface between operations and the finance team, providing appropriate guidance and leadership to the finance team so that commercial leaders are supported with relevant analysis and advice (ie. providing recommendations on major commercial decisions, providing more visibility on the performance of the business, more informed business planning).

Consistently analyze financial data and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate financial results and status to stakeholders on a regular basis.

Active involvement in budgeting and business planning process; administer and review all financial plans against actual results with a view to identify, explain and correct variances as appropriate.

Manage cash flow and cash forecasting.

Provide relevant analysis on investments (e.g., capex), commercial initiatives and business plans to support decision-making.

Primary point of contact with auditors, tax agents and other regulatory agents. Ensure timely completion of audits and acting on issues and recommendations.

Apply mandatory transfer pricing policies and guidelines, including providing documentation to align with the Group.

Actively reviewing and recommending measures for continuous improvement in internal controls and business processes

This role is required to visit the projects and other regions if needed

Possess excellent accounting knowledge and familiarity with local tax and accounting regulations.

Perform any other ad hoc duties as assigned by superior.

Job holder requirement:

Degree in Accountancy, ACCA or equivalent

At least 8 years of relevant experience. Prior exposure to construction industry, project controlling and accounting, shared services environment is a plus.

Leadership: Hold a vision for the business and finance function; partner with Operations, Yard/Equipment, Business Development and lead the finance team to realize that vision.

Obtain analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills to improve underlying business performance with GM.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills; experience in effectively communicating key financial data and the ability and desire to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels including finance and non-finance managers.

Ability to identify and implement change.

High level of curiosity in business and project operation, able to be hands-on when required.

Appropriate level of financial management experience, commercial acumen, motivation, leadership ability.

We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or race. Learn more about Keller's Inclusion Commitment at https://www.keller.com/how-we-work/diversity-equity-and-inclusion

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Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia? What's your expected monthly basic salary? Which of the following types of qualifications do you have? How many years' experience do you have as a finance manager? How many years of taxation experience do you have? Which of the following accounting tasks are you familiar with? How many years of auditing experience do you have? How many years' experience do you have with forecasting for businesses?