Finance Business Partner (Full-time Remote)

Fintech HQ Pvt Ltd; Johor Bahru; Remote; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial technology company is looking for a Finance Business Partner to oversee financial operations and reporting. This remote role based in Johor Bahru will contribute to business decision-making, ensuring compliance and supporting growth. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, strong analytical skills, and advanced proficiency in Excel. Experience in a Big 4 accounting firm is an advantage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Professional accounting certifications are an added bonus.
• Strong experience with preparing and managing complex financial statements.
• Comprehensive understanding of bookkeeping and accounting procedures.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business teams to plan and execute financial strategies.
• Prepare and review financial statements and manage financial reporting.
• Assist with tax returns and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Provide insights and financial analysis to support decision-making.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving skills

Advanced MS Excel skills

Time-management skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Professional accounting certifications (CPA, CA, or equivalent)

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Position Overview

We are now hiring a Finance Business Partner (Full-time Remote) in Johor Bahru, Malaysia to take ownership of financial operations, reporting, and advisory support. This role will directly contribute to business decision-making, ensuring transparency, compliance, and long-term growth.

• Provide analytical and technical financial/accounting support.
• Manage diverse duties across departments within finance and accounting.
• Build, examine, and compile weekly and monthly financial statements and reports.
• Ensure precision, detail orientation, and advanced use of Microsoft Excel in daily work.
• Operate independently with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of corporate income tax, indirect tax, withholding tax, and transfer pricing is an advantage.
• Collaborate closely with regional stakeholders across Southeast Asia.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with business teams to plan and execute financial strategies and projects.
• Prepare and review financial statements, consolidate accounts, and manage forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Draft budgets, income statements, balance sheets, and regulatory reports.
• Assist with tax returns and ensure compliance with accounting standards and local regulations.
• Manage risks in financial activities and evaluate business performance.
• Estimate short- and long-term financial objectives and track company KPIs.
• Provide insights and financial analysis to support decision-making and ROI evaluation.
• Handle ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Professional accounting certifications (CPA, CA, or equivalent) are an added bonus.
• Background in Big 4 accounting firms, or proven experience as an Accountant, Finance Assistant, or similar role.
• Strong experience with preparing and managing complex financial statements.
• Advanced MS Excel skills and proficiency with accounting software.
• Comprehensive understanding of bookkeeping, accounting, and finance procedures.
• Experience building P&L and balance sheets from GL level.
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Language skills: English, Chinese, Indonesian.