Finance & Accounting Strategy Lead

Affin Bank Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

AFFIN BANK BERHAD in Kuala Lumpur seeks a capable Finance leader to head budgeting, consolidation, forecasting and performance monitoring across the Bank and its subsidiaries. You will manage accounting operations, month/quarter/year-end closures and deliver timely financial reporting to Management, the Board and regulators.

The role requires strong analytical skills, Excel proficiency and excellent stakeholder engagement to drive governance and process improvements within a dynamic banking

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Accounting or equivalent with professional qualification preferred.
• Experience in financial/management reporting or audit is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and planning capabilities with attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial modelling.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, consolidation, forecasting and performance monitoring for the Bank and subsidiaries.
• Oversee accounting operations and month/quarter/year-end closing processes.
• Prepare standalone and consolidated management reports for senior management and regulators.
• Ensure accuracy, internal controls and compliance with accounting standards.
• Drive governance, finance initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
• Engage internal and external stakeholders to support reporting and audits.
• Translate financial data into actionable insights for Management and Board.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Planning skills

Excel proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Communication

Independent working

Education

Bachelor degree in Accounting

Professional qualification (AICPA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

AFFIN BANK BERHAD in Kuala Lumpur seeks a capable Finance leader to head budgeting, consolidation, forecasting and performance monitoring across the Bank and its subsidiaries. You will manage accounting operations, month/quarter/year-end closures and deliver timely financial reporting to Management, the Board and regulators.

The role requires strong analytical skills, Excel proficiency and excellent stakeholder engagement to drive governance and process improvements within a dynamic banking