Finance Business Partner (Managerial / Senior Grade)

SICK; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology company in Johor Bahru is seeking a Finance Business Partner to drive strategic financial performance and operational efficiency. You will work closely with the production plant's management and lead initiatives in financial planning, cost optimization, and risk management. The ideal candidate has 8–12 years of finance experience in manufacturing, a degree in finance or accounting, and is versed in SAP and advanced Excel. This role offers a dynamic environment and the chance to mentor finance team members.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of progressive experience in finance, with strong exposure to manufacturing environments.
• Proven expertise in cost controlling and risk management.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively across different functions and cultures.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic advisor to manufacturing leadership for decision-making.
• Drive financial evaluations of CapEx investments.
• Lead planning processes like forecasting and budgeting.
• Strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance with corporate policies.

Skills

Cost controlling

Working capital management

Risk management

Strategic business partnering

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field

Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

SAP

Advanced Excel

Digital finance tools

Job description

Finance Business Partner (Managerial / Senior Grade)

As a Finance Business Partner, you will play a pivotal role in driving financial performance, operational efficiency, and strategic decision making. As part of the local management team of the production plant in JB, you will act as a trusted advisor to the managing director of the production site and collaborate closely with other subsidiaries in the APAC region and beyond to implement the Group strategy. You will lead financial planning and analysis (FP&A), capital expenditure (CapEx) management, cost optimization initiatives, and risk management. This role requires strong business acumen, manufacturing and supply chain finance expertise, and the ability to influence cross‑functional stakeholders in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Finance & Business Partnering

Serve as a strategic advisor to manufacturing leadership, providing insights to support decision‑making on operational and strategic level.

Drive short, mid and long‑term financial planning aligned with Group business strategy, including capacity expansion, automation, and other initiatives.

Lead financial evaluation of CapEx investments, including ROI analysis, scenario modeling, and risk assessments.

Partner with Operations, Engineering, and R&D to identify cost‑saving opportunities and support product cost‑down initiatives.

Provide financial leadership and take on project management responsibility in cross‑functional projects such as footprint optimisation, and digital transformation.

Lead risk management initiatives, including identification, assessment, and mitigation of financial and operational risks.

Support business continuity planning and crisis management for plant operations.

Performance Management, Controlling & Supply Chain Finance

Lead monthly performance reviews and reporting, highlighting key variances, root causes, and corrective actions across the organization.

Lead planning processes like forecasting, budgeting and mid‑term planning in alignment with the function and Group stakeholders.

Collaborate with site leadership on ad hoc reviews and complex financial analyses.

Drive inventory management and working capital optimisation, including monitoring of inventory levels, turnover, and obsolescence.

Compliance & Process Improvement

Strengthen internal controls and governance across manufacturing finance processes.

Ensure compliance with corporate policies, accounting standards, audit requirements, and local regulatory requirements in Malaysia.

Champion continuous improvement in financial and administrative processes, leveraging automation and digital tools.

Leadership, Stakeholder & Change Management

Foster a collaborative working relationship with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, auditors, and regulators, to achieve shared objectives.

Mentor and develop finance team members, promoting a culture of accountability and innovation.

Lead change management efforts related to finance transformation and beyond.

Promote digital transformation in finance, including adoption of advanced analytics, automation, and ERP enhancements.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field; professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CIMA) preferred.

8–12 years of progressive experience in finance, with strong exposure to manufacturing, supply chain or industrial environments.

Proven expertise in cost controlling, working capital management, risk management, and strategic business partnering.

Proficiency in SAP, advanced Excel, and digital finance tools.

Strong analytical, planning, and communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively across different functions, cultures, and geographies.