Assistant Finance Manager

Centerfield Business Solutions; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an Assistant Finance Manager to support the finance team. This role involves preparing budgets, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to manage a small finance team. If you are detail-oriented and proactive, this opportunity could be your next career move.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of experience in finance and accounting.
• Proven experience in managing a finance team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and annual financial statements.
• Manage daily accounting operations including accounts payable and receivable.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA

ACCA

CMA

Tools

Microsoft Office

Accounting Software

Job description

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We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Finance Manager to support the finance team in managing the financial health of the organization. The role involves assisting in preparing budgets, financial reporting, audits, tax, closing, cash flow management, risk mitigation, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Prepare and review monthly management accounts and annual financial statements in compliance with relevant statutory requirements and financial standards (e.g., MPERS, MFRS, IFRS).
2. Prepare annual budgets and rolling forecasts, including variance analysis, risk scenario planning, and providing financial insights.
3. Manage daily accounting operations including accounts payable, receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations, ensuring timely and accurate financial records in accordance with accounting standards.
4. Ensure compliance with tax regulations, including review of tax computations and submissions.
5. Liaise with auditors, tax agents, bankers, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
6. Monitor cash flow, manage working capital, and recommend risk-adjusted financing strategies.
7. Develop and implement strategies to minimize risks in key financial processes and transactions.
8. Enhance internal control systems and propose improvements for financial processes and policies.
9. Coordinate with other departments to gather financial data and provide insights.
10. Perform all other related assignments or ad hoc tasks as assigned by the Finance Manager or senior management from time to time.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; Professional certificates CPA, ACCA, CMA are a plus.
• At least 6 years of working experience in finance and accounting with a strong background in compliance.
• Proven experience in managing or leading a small finance team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.) and familiar with accounting software.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations, accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and tax compliance.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to take initiative and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Chinese.

Application Questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following qualifications do you have?
• How many years of experience do you have as an Assistant Finance Manager?
• Which accounting tasks are you familiar with?
• How many years of experience do you have with business forecasting?
• Which Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?

CBS was founded in 2022 to provide outsourcing services to diverse industries such as Finance, HR, and Branding. Our growth across 12 strategic locations with over 500 talents reflects the trust high-growth brands place in us. Recognized as an enabler of the digital economy, we remain curious, inventive, and resourceful to continuously create value through customer experience.

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