Finance and Accounting Manager

C.E Brush Manufacturing; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing manufacturing company in Seberang Perai is seeking a Finance & Accounting Manager to manage accounting functions and support financial planning, cash flow management, and budgeting. The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of hands-on accounting experience, a degree in Accounting or Finance, and fluency in Chinese, English, and Bahasa Malaysia. Responsibilities include managing full set of accounts, preparing financial reports, and liaising with auditors and authorities. This role requires strong financial insight and independence.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of relevant working experience.
• Strong hands-on experience managing full set of accounts.
• Experience in manufacturing environment is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full spectrum of accounting functions.
• Prepare and monitor cash flow forecasts.
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, and company secretary.

Skills

Hands-on accounting experience

Financial analysis

Proficient in English

Fluent in Chinese

Proficient in Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Professional accounting qualification (ACCA / CPA / MICPA / CIMA)

Tools

AutoCount

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a hands‑on Finance & Accounting Manager to manage the full spectrum of accounting functions while supporting management in financial planning, cash flow management, budgeting, and business decision‑making. This role combines strong accounting execution with commercial and financial insight, suitable for a growing manufacturing company.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Compliance (Core Responsibility)

• Handle full set of accounts including GL, AR, AP, fixed assets and monthly closing
• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Ensure timely submission of SST, tax, audit and statutory filings
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, company secretary and authorities
• Implement and maintain internal controls, SOPs and accounting policies
• Oversee costing for raw materials, WIP and finished goods
• Supervise and guide Account Executives to ensure accuracy and efficiency
• Ensure accounting system (e.g. AutoCount) is well‑maintained and reliable

Finance & Business Support

• Prepare and monitor cash flow forecasts
• Support budget preparation and perform budget vs actual analysis
• Manage banking matters, including loan facilities, overdrafts and documentation
• Assist management in evaluating CapEx, machinery purchases and expansion plans
• Analyze profitability by product, customer or project
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to management
• Support ad‑hoc financial analysis as required by directors

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• Professional accounting qualification such as ACCA / CPA / MICPA / CIMA (or equivalent)
• 5–10 years of relevant working experience
• Strong hands‑on experience with full set of accounts
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is highly preferred
• Familiar with costing, inventory and production accounting
• Fluent in Chinese (spoken & written) – compulsory
• Proficient in English and Bahasa Malaysia – compulsory
• Able to communicate effectively with management, auditors and banks
• Experience with AutoCount or similar accounting systems is an advantage
• Independent, detail‑oriented, and able to handle both operational and managerial tasks