Finance Manager

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

IHG Hotels & Resorts in Kuala Lumpur seeks a seasoned Finance professional to support the DOFBS in monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting, ensuring accurate record-keeping across GL, AP, AR, payroll, and fixed assets. You will drive budgeting, cash forecasts, and variance analysis while upholding internal controls and local statutory requirements.

Key duties include journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and assisting audits; you will mentor the finance team and collaborate with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, CIMA, or equivalent) is preferred.
• Minimum three to five years of relevant accounting or finance experience, preferably within the hospitality industry.
• Prior supervisory or managerial experience is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, financial reporting, internal controls, audit requirements, and local statutory regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and hotel accounting systems.
• Experience with SUN, Material Control, Purchase Plus, or similar systems is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support the DOFBS in the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Ensure timely and accurate recording of all financial transactions in accordance with IHG accounting policies and SOPs.
• Manage and oversee daily accounting operations: GL, AP, AR, cash and banking, payroll, and fixed assets.
• Review and maintain documentation for journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial schedules.
• Monitor cash flow, prepare forecasts, and analyze variances; coordinate with department heads for budgetary control.
• Assist in audits by preparing schedules, responding to queries, and following up on findings.
• Provide guidance and supervision to the finance team; assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.

Skills

Financial accounting

Budgeting & forecasting

Internal controls

Audit requirements

Analytical skills

Time management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

ACCA/CPA/CIMA preferred

Tools

Excel

SUN

Material Control

Purchase Plus

Job description

• Support the DOFBS in the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Ensure timely and accurate recording of all financial transactions in accordance with:
• Approved SOPs
• Local statutory and regulatory requirements
• Manage and oversee daily accounting operations, including:
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Cash and banking transactions
• Payroll coordination
• Fixed assets
• Review, approve, and maintain documentation for:
• Journal entries
• Balance sheet reconciliations
• Financial schedules
• Ensure timely completion of month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Monitor cash flow, prepare forecasts, and analyze variances.
• Coordinate with department heads to gather financial data and ensure budgetary control.
• Review and approve expense claims, invoices, and supporting documents in line with authority limits and internal controls.
• Assist in financial analysis and reporting to support business planning and decision-making.
• Support internal, external, and IHG audits by:
• Preparing audit schedules and supporting documentation
• Responding to auditor queries
• Following up on audit findings and corrective actions
• Maintain organized financial records and ensure adherence to internal control procedures.
• Assist the DOFBS in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Provide guidance, supervision, and work direction to finance team members where applicable.
• Perform any other finance-related duties or special projects as assigned by the DOFBS.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the DOFBS in the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Ensure timely and accurate recording of all financial transactions in accordance with:
• IHG accounting policies
• Approved SOPs
• Local statutory and regulatory requirements
• Manage and oversee daily accounting operations, including:
• General Ledger
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Cash and banking transactions
• Payroll coordination
• Fixed assets
• Review, approve, and maintain documentation for:
• Journal entries
• Balance sheet reconciliations
• Financial schedules
• Ensure timely completion of month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Monitor cash flow, prepare forecasts, and analyze variances.
• Coordinate with department heads to gather financial data and ensure budgetary control.
• Review and approve expense claims, invoices, and supporting documents in line with authority limits and internal controls.
• Assist in financial analysis and reporting to support business planning and decision-making.
• Support internal, external, and IHG audits by:
• Preparing audit schedules and supporting documentation
• Responding to auditor queries
• Following up on audit findings and corrective actions
• Maintain organized financial records and ensure adherence to internal control procedures.
• Assist the DOFBS in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Provide guidance, supervision, and work direction to finance team members where applicable.
• Perform any other finance-related duties or special projects as assigned by the DOFBS.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, CIMA, or equivalent) is preferred.
• Minimum three (3) to five (5) years of relevant accounting or finance experience, preferably within the hospitality industry.
• Prior supervisory or managerial experience is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Accounting standards
  • Financial reporting
  • Internal controls
  • Audit requirements
  • Local statutory regulations
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and hotel accounting systems.
• Experience with SUN, Material Control, Purchase Plus, or similar systems is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• Effective communication and coordination skills with internal departments and external stakeholders.

Core Competencies

• Integrity, professionalism, and ethical judgment.
• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Leadership and team management capabilities.
• Proactive, adaptable, and solution-oriented mindset.

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