Finance Manager

AGRO TECH ASIA SDN. BHD.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

AGRO TECH ASIA SDN. BHD. is seeking a senior finance leader to oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, close the books, and drive cost-saving initiatives. You will work closely with operations, procurement, HR, and inventory to support the business and ensure MPERS and tax compliance.

The role requires 7+ years in finance, with at least 2 years in a managerial capacity, and a strong track record in coaching teams. Malaysian experience in F&B or retail is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; professional certification preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Exposure to F&B or Retail Industry would be highly advantageous.
• Strong analytical skills, high integrity, and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across all levels.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience in coaching and developing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes.
• Oversee month-end closing and guide the team to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable insights to improve financial performance.
• Monitor production costs and collaborate with operations to implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with MPERS and local tax regulations, including e-invoicing.
• Manage working capital, cash flow, supplier payments, and customer collections.
• Liaise with auditors, tax authorities, and regulatory bodies to ensure transparency and compliance.
• Provide financial support to cross-functional teams including operations, procurement, HR, and inventory.
• Coach and develop finance team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal communication

Prioritization & time management

Coaching & team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Professional certification (ACCA, CIMA, CPA, ICAEW, MICPA) preferred

Job description

Lead and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes.

Oversee month-end closing and guide the team to ensure timely and accurate reporting.

Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable insights to improve financial performance.

Monitor production costs and collaborate with operations to implement cost-saving initiatives.

Ensure compliance with Malaysian Private Entities Reporting Standard (MPERS) and local tax regulations, including e-invoicing.

Manage working capital, cash flow, supplier payments, and customer collections.

Liaise with auditors, tax authorities, and regulatory bodies to ensure transparency and compliance.

Provide financial support to cross-functional teams including operations, procurement, HR, and inventory.

Coach and develop finance team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; professional certification (ACCA, CIMA, CPA, ICAEW, MICPA) preferred.

Minimum 7 years of relevant experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.

Exposure to F&B or Retail Industry would be highly advantageous.

Strong analytical skills, high integrity, and attention to detail.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across all levels.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

Experience in coaching and developing teams.

Familiarity with inventory and procurement processes is a plus.