Finance Assistant Manager (Manufacturing)

Talent Recruit; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent automotive components manufacturer is seeking a Finance Assistant Manager/Manager to lead and manage the Finance & Accounts function. Candidates should possess over 6 years of relevant finance experience, including 3–5 years in a managerial role, preferably in manufacturing. The role includes ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and providing strategic support to management. Applicants with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and professional qualifications are preferred. Competitive perks included.

Benefits

Group Insurance (GPA and H&S)

Outpatient Medical Coverage

Qualifications

• Min 6 years of relevant finance experience, with at least 3–5 years in a managerial role.
• Strong experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full spectrum of finance and accounting functions.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Manage cash flow planning and monitoring.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Finance & Accounts team.

Skills

Knowledge of Malaysian accounting standards

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA, CPA, MIA)

Job description

Finance Assistant Manager/Manager (Manufacturing)

We are representing our client a well-established automotive components manufacturer specialising in plastic parts and assemblies for leading OEM customers. The company is part of a reputable public listed group on Bursa Malaysia, offering a stable environment with strong governance, structured processes and long-term growth opportunities.

• Group Insurance (GPA and H&S)
• Outpatient Medical Coverage

Job Summary

To lead and manage the Finance & Accounts function of the organization, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, and providing strategic financial support to management for business decision-making in a manufacturing environment.

Reports to: Assistant General Manager

No. of Subordinates: 6

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee full spectrum of finance and accounting functions including General Ledger, AP & AR, Costing and inventory accounting.
• Ensure timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Analyze financial performance, variances, and trends, and provide meaningful insights to management.
• Prepare management reports, dashboards, and presentations for management review.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Cost Control

• Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting exercises.
• Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis with corrective action plans.
• Implement effective cost control measures, particularly in manufacturing costs, overheads, and capital expenditure.

Manufacturing Costing & Inventory Control

• Oversee product costing, BOM costing, and standard costing processes.
• Monitor inventory valuation, slow-moving and obsolete inventory provisions.
• Ensure accuracy of stock records and support periodic stock takes.
• Ensure full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, including Companies Act 2016, Income Tax Act, SST/GST, Withholding Tax and relevant.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax agents, bankers, and regulators.
• Manage annual audit process and resolve audit findings in a timely manner.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management

• Manage cash flow planning and monitoring to ensure adequate liquidity.
• Oversee banking facilities, payments, and collections.
• Manage relationships with banks and financial institutions.
• Review and approve payment runs and ensure proper authorization controls.
• Establish, implement, and continuously improve internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Finance & Accounts team.

Business Partnering & Strategic Support

• Act as a key finance business partner to management and department heads.
• Capital expenditure (CAPEX) proposals
• Pricing and profitability analysis
• Business expansion or cost-saving initiatives
• Support management in strategic planning and decision-making.

Key Requirements

Education

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, CPA, or MIA is preferred.

Experience

• Min 6 years of relevant finance experience, with at least 3–5 years in a managerial role.
• Strong experience in manufacturing environment.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of Malaysian accounting standards, tax, and statutory requirements.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing costing and inventory management.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate financial matters clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail.

Qualified and interested candidates may apply online or email to [e-mail]

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.