Finance Executive

Spirax Sarco Sdn Bhd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering company is seeking a Finance Executive in Selangor, Malaysia, to manage financial reporting and ensure compliance with local laws and company policies. The role includes overseeing audits, managing accounts payable and receivable functions, and collaborating with stakeholders. Candidates should have over 3 years of finance experience and a relevant degree.

Qualifications

• Over 3 years' experience managing full financial reporting.
• Proven track record in governance, taxation, auditing, FP&A.
• Strong business and financial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering financial planning and analysis for Malaysia.
• Ensure financial integrity and compliance with Malaysian laws.
• Oversee the annual audit process and taxation submissions.

Skills

Financial reporting management

Governance

Taxation

Auditing

Financial planning and analysis (FP&A)

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

IT literacy (MS Office)

Education

Degree or equivalent

Job description

The achievement of the highest possible level of financial integrity, reporting, governance of compliance, process improvement in the operating company in line with the overall strategy and policies of Spirax‑Sarco Engineering plc.

Core Responsibilities and Duties

The Finance Executive is responsible for assisting in delivering financial, planning and analysis reporting for Malaysia.

The core responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Support and contribute to the overall strategies of the Company / Group
• Abide by the working Rules and Regulations of the Company / Group
• Actively promote the policies and procedures of the Company / Group
• Ensure timely reporting requirements are adhered to
• Apply the current Operating Procedures of the Company and make suggestions and recommendations to improve, rationalise or simplify them as per the Group’s guidelines and local authority compliance requirements
• Keep the Finance Manager or stakeholders fully informed of any problems that might affect the business operation, and volunteer all relevant comments immediately
• Ensure the financial integrity of Spirax Sarco Sdn Bhd’s financial operations in accordance with Malaysian laws, regulations and the governance policies of Spirax Sarco Engineering Group and its subsidiaries
• Co‑responsible for Annual Reports and for overseeing the annual audit process in accordance with Group standards, working with Deloitte (or another external independent auditor) in strict compliance with applicable laws
• Co‑responsible for Taxation Submission with Group standards, working with KPMG (or another external independent tax agent) in strict compliance with applicable laws
• Assist in producing Monthly Flash Statements, Monthly Management Accounts and other reports as required by the Company, Group, Regional General Manager and other business units
• Analyse and report monthly expenses of all departments and direct market business units, providing advice on whether they are at reasonable levels compared to last year and within plan
• Advise and volunteer comments on accounting matters to the Finance Manager, General Manager, Regional General Manager, Group Director and other Group employees
• Act as liaison with external professionals (auditing, tax, banking, governmental services, customers and vendors)
• Assist in providing timely information for cash flow and cash management functions, reporting any discrepancies immediately to the Finance Manager & General Manager
• Take charge of the Accounts Receivable Function: oversee customers, establish credit limits, manage collections, overdue accounts and, if necessary, involve collection agents or legal counsel
• Take charge of the Accounts Payable Function: oversee vendors and establish adequate payment policies/terms
• Be involved in corporate governance, process improvement initiatives, and any tasks assigned by the Company to align with Group directives or strategy

Required Skills

• Over 3 years’ experience managing full financial reporting or any core finance cycle
• Experience in governance, taxation, auditing, FP&A with proven track record and strong business & financial acumen
• Degree or equivalent; strong IT literacy (MS Office packages)
• Strategic thinking with the ability to be hands‑on
• Ability to collaborate and manage stakeholders in a matrix organisation
• Experience working to deadlines, demonstrating drive and tenacity
• Willingness to challenge the status quo and make tough compliance decisions when required