Finance Manager

MYFutureJobs; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial reporting, compliance, and planning functions. The successful candidate will lead budgeting processes, ensure statutory compliance, and manage audits, and will ideally possess a degree in Accounting or Finance with ACCA/CPA/CIMA preferred. The role requires strong analytical skills and leadership experience in a finance team. Interested candidates should submit their resumes to the provided email.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in financial reporting, FP&A, and compliance within Malaysia.
• Strong knowledge of MFRS, Companies Act 2016, Income Tax Act 1967, and SST.
• Experience handling statutory audits, taxation matters, and liaison with auditors/tax agents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and manage audits.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting and forecasting

Cash flow management

Leadership

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

ACCA / CPA / CIMA preferred

Job description

1. Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS).
• Ensure compliance with Companies Act 2016, Income Tax Act 1967, Sales & Services Tax (SST) requirements, and other relevant regulations.
• Coordinate statutory audits and liaise with external auditors, tax agents, and regulatory authorities.

2. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Conduct financial analysis, variance analysis, and business performance reviews.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to the Country Manager or Regional Management.

3. Taxation

• Oversee preparation and submission of corporate tax, withholding tax, and SST filings.
• Ensure correct tax treatment for transactions under Malaysian tax laws.
• Work with tax consultants on transfer pricing documentation (if applicable).

4. Cash Flow & Treasury Management

• Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and working capital.
• Manage banking relationships with Malaysian financial institutions.
• Streamline AR/AP processes to ensure healthy cash positioning.

5. Internal Controls & Governance

• Establish strong internal controls to protect company assets.
• Review and update finance policies in accordance with local laws and corporate standards.
• Support risk management and ensure proper documentation and audit trails.

6. Operational & Strategic Support

• Provide financial modeling for investments, cost‑saving initiatives, and business expansion in Malaysia.
• Support operational teams with data‑driven insights.
• Participate in regional or global finance projects when required.

7. Team Leadership

• Supervise and mentor accountants or finance executives.
• Provide training on compliance, accounting standards, and financial systems.
• Foster a high‑performance culture within the finance team.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; ACCA / CPA / CIMA preferred.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in financial reporting, FP&A, and compliance within Malaysia.
• Strong knowledge of MFRS, Companies Act 2016, Income Tax Act 1967, and SST.
• Experience handling statutory audits, taxation matters, and liaison with auditors/tax agents.
• Solid skills in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modeling.
• Proven experience in cash flow, treasury, AR/AP management, and internal controls.
• Leadership experience managing and mentoring a finance team.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to work independently and partner closely with Country / Regional Management.

If you are interested, send your updated resume to [e-mail]