FINANCE MANAGER

JAC Recruitment; Johor; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established education institution in Johor Bahru is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead the Finance Department and oversee financial operations. The ideal candidate should possess a degree in Accounting or Finance, have at least 5 years of relevant experience, and be proficient in financial reporting and data analysis. Familiarity with Oracle Net Suite is advantageous. This position requires strong leadership skills and the ability to manage financial policies effectively.

Qualifications

• Must be hands-on in resolving all financial and accounting issues independently.
• Experience with full sets of accounting and financial reporting is required.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience as Finance Manager.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Finance Department and manage financial policies.
• Monitor business unit performance and provide insights.
• Oversee month-end closing and financial statement preparation.

Skills

Financial reporting

Data analysis

Management accounting

Leadership

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance / ACCA

Tools

Oracle Net Suite

Job description

Overview

Company Overview: Our client is an established education institution with campus in Iskandar EduCity, Johor Bahru.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Finance Department.
• Implement and maintain financial policies and guidelines for organizational effectiveness.
• Monitor and analyze business unit performance, providing insights to the CEO and Financial Controller.
• Manage working capital and cash flow to ensure financial stability.
• Oversee month-end closing with speed and accuracy.
• Drive finance transformation projects, including new processes and tools.
• Supervise financial statement preparation, budgeting, taxation, group consolidation, and intercompany matters.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial and tax filings.
• Manage audits and resolve audit issues effectively.
• Support revenue generation initiatives and cost control strategies.
• Present key financial updates to governing committees.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Accounting or Finance / ACCA. Must be hands-on in resolving all financial and accounting issues independently, and ensure a smooth transition to the new accounting system.
• Financial reporting with full sets of accounting, consolidation, management accounting, management reporting and FP&A skills are all required
• Familiarity with Oracle Net Suite would be an advantage.
• Proficient in data analysis and reporting to drive informed decision-making.
• At least 5 years of relevant working experience as Finance Manager.