Finance Manager

First Digital Trust; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 72,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the digital fiduciary services sector is seeking a Finance Manager to supervise financial operations and reporting in a high-growth environment. The role involves managing budgets, audits, tax compliance, and financial analysis while ensuring adherence to international accounting standards. With competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, this position offers exciting development opportunities for qualified finance professionals.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Transportation Support

Comprehensive Benefits

Professional Development Allowance

Career Growth Opportunities

Team Engagement Activities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of post-qualified experience in finance.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Power Query).

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day financial operations including billing and financial reporting.
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes.
• Oversee statutory accounts preparation and compliance.

Skills

Financial management

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business

Professional certification (CIMA, ACCA)

Tools

MS Office

Accounting software

Job description

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About the job

Overview:

Drive financial excellence in a high-growth environment! We’re looking for a Finance Manager (or Senior Finance Manager, depending on experience) to take the lead in managing the Group’s financial operations and reporting. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll oversee accounting functions, budgeting, audits, tax compliance, and financial analysis, ensuring alignment with Hong Kong and international accounting standards.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and have 5+ years of post-qualified experience in financial management, reporting, and controls, we want to hear from you! A professional certification (HKICPA, CIMA, ACCA) is required, and experience in fiduciary or fund accounting is a plus.

What You’ll Do:

Lead the Group’s day-to-day financial operations, including billing, AR, AP, GL, cost accounting, and revenue recognition.

Take charge of the month-end and year-end close process, preparing financial statements and management reports.

Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, adhering to international accounting standards, while driving improvements in report quality and analysis.

Manage the annual audit and tax engagements, tracking deadlines and ensuring compliance.

Oversee the preparation of statutory accounts for all entities under the Group.

Build and maintain strong relationships with financial institutions and key partners.

Provide strategic insights through financial analysis, performance metrics, and trend reporting.

Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.

Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning to support business growth.

Manage and mentor a team of finance professionals, fostering a high-performance culture.

Handle ad-hoc financial projects and initiatives as required.

What You Bring:

A degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field.

Active professional certification (CIMA, ACCA).

5+ years of post-qualified experience in finance, preferably in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Strong knowledge of Hong Kong / Malaysia accounting standards, financial reporting, tax regulations, and industry legislation.

Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Power Query), accounting software, and financial databases.

Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to solve complex accounting challenges.

Strong communication and leadership skills, with a collaborative approach to teamwork.

Ability to interpret and present financial data to both internal and external stakeholders.

Experience in fiduciary or fund accounting is a plus.

Why Join Us?

Competitive Compensation – We offer a remuneration package that reflects your expertise and contributions.
Transportation Support – A monthly allowance to assist with your commute.
Comprehensive Benefits – Life, medical, and dental coverage for your well-being.
Professional Development – A $4,000 USD education allowance to support your continuous learning.
Career Growth – Strong prospects for advancement within a dynamic organization.
Team Engagement – Regular activities to foster collaboration and a positive work environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. First Digital Trust reserves the right to amend this job description at any time.

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Established in Hong Kong in 2019, First Digital Trust brings traditional fiduciary services into the digital-first world through technology, developing financial services infrastructure that lets us and our clients create world-class financial products and services. To support our ambitious growth plans, we’re looking for smart, collaborative and passionate people who are looking to make a genuine impact.

Established in Hong Kong in 2019, First Digital Trust brings traditional fiduciary services into the digital-first world through technology, developing financial services infrastructure that lets us and our clients create world-class financial products and services. To support our ambitious growth plans, we’re looking for smart, collaborative and passionate people who are looking to make a genuine impact.