FINANCE EXECUTIVE

GALLANT INDUSTRIES (M) SDN. BHD.; Ipoh; On-site; MYR 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

GALLANT INDUSTRIES (M) SDN. BHD. is seeking a Finance Executive to support the Finance Manager in monthly management accounts, budgeting, forecasting and regular financial reporting.

You will assist with cash flow projections, variance analysis and month-end close while coordinating with departments and external parties. Fluency in English and Bahasa Malaysia is expected. The role requires a Diploma or Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, and 3–5 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field.
• Preferably 3–5 years of relevant working experience in accounting, finance, management reporting or a related role.
• Good knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, SUMIFS, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP and basic data analysis.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate with different departments and external parties.
• Able to work independently, prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Responsible, proactive and willing to take ownership of assigned tasks.
• Good command of English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Experience with accounting software / ERP systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Finance Manager in preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Prepare monthly financial analysis, including budget vs. actual, revenue, gross profit, cost and expense variances.
• Prepare management reports, schedules, analysis and presentation materials for management review.
• Monitor key financial and operational indicators and highlight significant variances or unusual movements.
• Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and periodic forecasts.
• Consolidate budget information from various departments and prepare budget schedules.
• Monitor actual performance against budget and follow up on significant variances.
• Assist in preparing cash flow forecasts and financial projections.
• Assist the Finance Manager in overseeing daily accounting operations and month-end closing.
• Assist in preparing and coordinating applications and submissions to government agencies and relevant authorities.

Skills

PivotTables

XLOOKUP

VLOOKUP

Data Analysis

English

Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Diploma in Accounting

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Job description

This role involves supporting the Finance Manager in preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports, managing budgeting and forecasting activities, overseeing daily accounting operations, and assisting with government applications and compliance requirements.

Key responsibilities

Assist the Finance Manager in preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports

Prepare monthly financial analysis, including budget vs. actual, revenue, gross profit, cost and expense variances

Prepare management reports, schedules, analysis and presentation materials for management review

Monitor key financial and operational indicators and highlight significant variances or unusual movements

Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and periodic forecasts

Consolidate budget information from various departments and prepare budget schedules

Monitor actual performance against budget and follow up on significant variances

Assist in preparing cash flow forecasts and financial projections

Assist the Finance Manager in overseeing daily accounting operations and month-end closing

Assist in preparing and coordinating applications and submissions to government agencies and relevant authorities

About you

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field

Preferably 3–5 years of relevant working experience in accounting, finance, management reporting or a related role

Good knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting

Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, SUMIFS, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP and basic data analysis

Good analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail

Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate with different departments and external parties

Able to work independently, prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Responsible, proactive and willing to take ownership of assigned tasks

Good command of English and Bahasa Malaysia

Experience with accounting software / ERP systems is preferred