Finance Executive

Gobi Partners; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 45,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Gobi Partners in Kuala Lumpur seeks a motivated Finance Executive to support finance operations and regional activities within a dynamic venture capital environment. You will handle documentation, reporting, reconciliations, and AP while collaborating with auditors, regulators, and cross-functional teams.

The role offers exposure to Asia’s venture capital landscape, mentorship from experienced professionals, and opportunities to grow in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Around 2 years working experience in finance/accounting.
• Good understanding of accounting principles.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Excel and other Office tools.
• Ability to communicate in English is required.
• Proficiency in Mandarin will be an added advantage, particularly for collaboration with GBA and ASEAN counterparts.
• Willingness to learn in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain documentation, filing, and record-keeping of all finance-related materials.
• Assist in the preparation of accurate and timely monthly financial and management reports.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and ensure accuracy of balances.
• Handle Accounts Payable (AP) transactions, including invoice verification, processing, and posting.
• Maintain the payable ledger and ensure all transactions are recorded correctly.
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, bankers, and regulatory bodies as required.
• Support the team in responding to internal and external financial queries.
• Work closely with other departments (HR, Legal, Operations, Investments) to ensure smooth financial processes and timely communication.
• Provide administrative and operational support to the Finance function.
• Assist in ad hoc tasks and projects as assigned by senior executives.

Skills

Finance experience

Accounting knowledge

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

English language

Mandarin (adv)

Education

Diploma/Degree in Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking a motivated Finance Executive to join our finance team and support the firm’s financial and operational processes. The role provides valuable exposure to the venture capital ecosystem and is ideal for individuals who are eager to learn, adaptable, and looking to build a strong foundation in finance within a dynamic regional environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Operations

• Maintain proper documentation, filing, and record-keeping of all finance-related materials.
• Assist in the preparation of accurate and timely monthly financial and management reports.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and ensure accuracy of balances.
• Handle Accounts Payable (AP) transactions, including invoice verification, processing, and posting.
• Maintain the payable ledger and ensure all transactions are recorded correctly.

Stakeholder Support

• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, bankers, and regulatory bodies as required.
• Support the team in responding to internal and external financial queries.
• Work closely with other departments (HR, Legal, Operations, Investments) to ensure smooth financial processes and timely communication.

General Administration

• Provide administrative and operational support to the Finance function.
• Assist in ad hoc tasks and projects as assigned by senior executives.

Job Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Around 2 years working experience in finance/accounting
• Good understanding of accounting principles.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Excel and other Office tools.
• Ability to communicate in English is required.
• Proficiency in Mandarin will be an added advantage, particularly for collaboration with GBA and ASEAN counterparts
• Willingness to learn in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

What We Offer

• A front-row seat to how finance operations function runs at Asia’s largest venture capital firm
• Learning and mentorship from an experienced team