Finance Manager

Sika AG; Gelang Patah; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialty chemicals company in Gelang Patah, Malaysia, seeks an experienced accounting professional to manage day-to-day operations, ensure compliance with IFRS and SFRS, and coordinate audits. The ideal candidate will be ACCA or equivalent-qualified with a minimum of 5 years of experience in finance and accounting, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in financial software. Join a dynamic team to enhance accounting procedures and support business initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in finance and accounting.
• Strong exposure to corporate reporting and tax compliance.
• In-depth knowledge of IFRS and SFRS.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage day-to-day accounting operations.
• Prepare and review corporate financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with corporate tax regulations.
• Coordinate and manage internal and external audits.
• Enhance accounting procedures and internal controls.

Skills

Corporate reporting experience

Tax compliance knowledge

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Stakeholder management

Education

ACCA or equivalent

Tools

Financial software

ERP systems

Job description

• Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industrial manufacturing. Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation sector toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024.

Job Description

• Lead and manage day-to-day accounting operations including AP, AR, GL, and financial controls
• Prepare and review corporate financial statements in accordance with IFRS and SFRS
• Oversee consolidation of group accounts and ensure timely and accurate reporting
• Ensure full compliance with corporate tax regulations and statutory requirements
• Coordinate and manage internal and external audits, ensuring audit readiness and smooth execution
• Implement and enhance accounting procedures and internal controls to improve efficiency and accuracy
• Monitoring the Operation Efficiency including but not limited to production variance
• Leverage financial systems and software to streamline accounting processes and reporting
• Act as a subject matter expert on compliance and regulatory affairs, providing guidance to the team
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives and financial plannin

Qualifications

. The ideal candidate will be an ACCA or any other equivalent-qualified accounting professional

Additional Information

• minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in finance and accounting
• Proven track record with strong exposure to corporate reporting and tax compliance
• In-depth knowledge of IFRS, SFRS, and other prevailing financial reporting standards
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to lead and mentor junior finance staff