Finance & Administration Leader - Strategy, Budgets & Compliance

Ultima Markets; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultima Markets, a dynamic fintech trading platform in Kuala Lumpur, seeks a Finance & Administration leader to oversee accounting, reporting, controls, and regulatory compliance within a growing fintech group.

The role manages full accounts, monthly/quarterly/yearly reports, cash flow, budgeting, audits, and admin duties including SOPs, procurement, and facilities. Strong ACC/CA background and excellent communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, taxation, and financial reporting.
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage full set of accounts including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), General Ledger (GL), and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and management accounts.
• Monitor cash flow, budgeting, and financial forecasting activities.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of tax filings, statutory payments, and regulatory reports.
• Coordinate year-end audits and liaise with external auditors, tax agents, bankers, and regulatory authorities.
• Review and strengthen internal controls, financial policies, and procedures.
• Monitor departmental budgets and analyse variances against actual expenditures.
• Support management in financial planning and decision-making through financial analysis and reporting.
• Oversee office documentation, SOPs, procurement, and admin governance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Excel proficiency

Accounting software

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Ultima Markets, a dynamic fintech trading platform in Kuala Lumpur, seeks a Finance & Administration leader to oversee accounting, reporting, controls, and regulatory compliance within a growing fintech group.

The role manages full accounts, monthly/quarterly/yearly reports, cash flow, budgeting, audits, and admin duties including SOPs, procurement, and facilities. Strong ACC/CA background and excellent communication are essential.