Finance Assistant Manager

Shopee; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading e-commerce platform is seeking a Finance Manager in Kuala Lumpur to lead the Finance Service Centre. The successful candidate will oversee financial operations, manage a team of finance professionals, and ensure compliance with financial regulations. Ideal candidates have a bachelor's degree in finance or accounting, strong analytical skills, and a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience. This role offers an exciting opportunity for dynamic leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9 years of working experience in finance or accounting.
• Experience leading a large team in a finance environment.
• Solid understanding of financial regulation and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations of the Finance Service Centre.
• Manage team of finance professionals and foster growth.
• Oversee financial reporting and ensure compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership capabilities

Attention to detail

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Professional qualifications (ACCA, CPA, ICAEW, MICPA)

Job description

About the Team:

Sea Limited (NYSE: SE) is a leading global consumer internet company founded in Singapore in 2009. Our mission is to better the lives of consumers and small businesses with technology.

We operate three core businesses across digital entertainment, e‑commerce, as well as digital payments and financial services, known as Garena, Shopee, and Monee, respectively. Garena is a leading global online games developer and publisher. Shopee is the largest pan‑regional e‑commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan. Monee is a leading digital payments and financial services provider in Southeast Asia.

The role of the Finance Manager will lead the Finance Service Centre, overseeing the delivery of financial services to internal stakeholders and ensuring compliance with financial regulations and requirements. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and forward‑thinking professional to join and lead a dynamic team to achieve operational excellence.

Job Description:

Operational Leadership

• Manage day‑to‑day operations of the Finance Service Centre, ensuring timely and accurate processing of financial transactions
• Develop/enhance and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to improve efficiency and service delivery

Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of finance professionals, foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching and feedback to team members

Process Improvement

• Identify and implement best practices in financial processes, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger management
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive efficiency and enhance service quality

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Act as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders, ensuring their financial service needs are met effectively
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support financial reporting and compliance initiatives

Financial Reporting

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and analysis, supporting management decision‑making
• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial deliverables

Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to internal controls, regulatory requirements, and financial policies
• Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies to safeguard financial integrity

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Professional qualifications (ACCA, CPA, ICAEW, MICPA or any equivalent) is desired, but not a must
• Minimum 9 years of working experience in finance or accounting, with a proven track record of growing, developing and leading a large team
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to details and accuracy
• Excellent leadership and team management capabilities, including the ability to influence and collaborate effectively to engage and influence stakeholders from diverse background
• Solid understanding of financial regulation and compliance requirements
• Big 4 accounting firm experience is desired, but not a must