Finance Assistant Manager / Manager

San Francisco Coffee; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

San Francisco Coffee in Malaysia seeks an experienced Finance Assistant Manager/Manager to oversee day-to-day financial operations, lead multiple finance teams, and strengthen internal controls. You will guide end-to-end finance activities and ensure accurate reporting in a fast-paced environment.

You will drive process improvements, manage accounting close, payroll, treasury, and budgeting, and collaborate with internal departments as well as external auditors to maintain compliance and

Qualifications

• 8+ years in finance, accounting, or financial operations.
• 3+ years of supervisory or managerial experience.
• Experience managing multi-functional finance teams is an advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or Business Administration; professional certifications preferred (CA/ACCA/CPA/CMA).

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end finance operations including AP, AR, GL, billing, payroll, and treasury functions.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial closing, reporting, and reconciliation activities.
• Develop, implement, and improve financial systems, controls, and processes.
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and financial schedules.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and financial KPIs.
• Lead and supervise finance teams, ensuring high performance and continuous development.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure seamless financial workflows.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax authorities, and regulatory bodies.
• Drive process automation projects to improve efficiency.

Skills

Leadership & People Mgmt

Internal Controls & Compliance

ERP & Financial Reporting

Analytical Thinking

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

CA/ACCA/CPA/CMA preferred

Tools

Navision

SAP

Job description

The Finance Assistant Manager/Manager oversees day-to-day financial operations, leads multiple finance teams, ensures strong internal controls, and supports strategic financial planning. This role is responsible for process improvements and ensuring all financial activities are accurate, compliant, and efficient.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee end-to-end finance operations, including AP, AR, GL, billing, payroll, and treasury functions.

Ensure timely and accurate financial closing, reporting, and reconciliation activities.

Develop, implement, and improve financial systems, controls, and processes.

Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and financial schedules.

Manage cash flow, working capital, and financial KPIs.

Lead and supervise finance teams, ensuring high performance and continuous development.

Collaborate with internal departments to ensure seamless financial workflows.

Coordinate with external auditors, tax authorities, and regulatory bodies.

Drive process automation projects to improve efficiency and accuracy.

*Preferably with experience in the Food & Beverage industry, and familiarity with Navision and SAP is a plus.

Job Requirements

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.

Professional certifications (CA, ACCA, CPA, CMA) are highly preferred.

Experience

8+ years in finance, accounting, or financial operations.

At least 3 years of supervisory or managerial experience.

Experience managing multi-functional finance teams is an advantage.

Skills

Strong understanding of finance operations, internal controls, and compliance.

Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.

Proficiency with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.

Strong analytical and decision-making skills.

Ability to manage high-pressure environments and meet deadlines.

Exceptional organizational and process-improvement skills.

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In 1997, a homegrown coffee company with a simple yet noble mission was created. That company was SF Coffee, and their mission was to serve the best coffee in town.

SF Coffee are one of the few non-franchised American-founded specialty coffee brands in Malaysia who roast their own coffee to ensure the utmost freshness.

San Francisco Coffee Sdn Bhd was acquired by Envictus on 28 March 2016. The number of outlets then grew from 28 to 50 which now includes presence not only in the Klang Valley, but also Negeri Sembilan & Penang. In 2017 the brand was given a new look to stay fresh in the ever-growing specialty coffee industry.

In 1997, a homegrown coffee company with a simple yet noble mission was created. That company was SF Coffee, and their mission was to serve the best coffee in town.

SF Coffee are one of the few non-franchised American-founded specialty coffee brands in Malaysia who roast their own coffee to ensure the utmost freshness.

San Francisco Coffee Sdn Bhd was acquired by Envictus on 28 March 2016. The number of outlets then grew from 28 to 50 which now includes presence not only in the Klang Valley, but also Negeri Sembilan & Penang. In 2017 the brand was given a new look to stay fresh in the ever-growing specialty coffee industry.

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