Finance Manager

GARDEN WORLD; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community development firm in Kuala Lumpur is looking for a Finance Manager. This role involves leading financial planning and control functions, ensuring statutory compliance, and managing project costs. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of experience in accounting or finance, preferably in property or construction, and should be proficient in accounting software including Microsoft Excel. Excellent leadership and Mandarin communication skills are essential. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Flexible working hours

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of working experience in accounting or finance, preferably in property or construction.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, tax, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience supervising a small finance team.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, reporting, and control functions.
• Handle full financial planning, annual budgeting, and cash flow management.
• Ensure statutory compliance with Malaysian financial laws.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Leadership abilities

Good communication skills

Fluent in Mandarin

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting / Finance / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent

Tools

OFCA

SQL

AutoCount

Microsoft Excel

Job description

What We Offer

Excellent career growth and promotion opportunities.

Join a dynamic and fast expanding team.

Competitive salary, benefits, and performance incentives.

Opportunities to work on impactful, innovative projects.

Attractive salary + performance bonus + flexible hours.

Career path to Senior Finance Manager / CFO.

Involvement in M&A, corporate finance and upcoming IPO.

Modern, growing company with young, dynamic culture.

Job Objectives

To lead and manage the company’s financial planning, reporting, and control functions – ensuring effective management of project finances, statutory compliance, and financial health of the organization. Key focus on financial strategy for property development and construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Planning & Budgeting

  Handle full financial planning, annual budgeting, cash flow management, and financial forecasting.

  Monitor cash flow and working capital to ensure liquidity of ongoing projects.

• Project Cost Control

  Monitor and control projects costs to ensure adherence to approved budgets.

  Coordinate closely with Project, QS, and Procurement teams on budgeting and cost management.

  Prepare monthly accounts, management reports, and board reporting.

  Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial reports, management accounts, and project performance reviews.

  Present financial insights and recommendations to senior management.

• Compliance & Statutory Obligations

  Ensure full statutory compliance with Malaysian financial laws, regulations (e.g. LHDN, SSM, SST).

  Liaise with banks, auditors, tax agents, company secretary, and regulatory authorities.

  Support IPO preparation including documentation, reporting, and audit requirements.

  Implement internal financial controls, SOPs, and risk mitigation procedures.

  Conduct regular audits and reviews to ensure financial discipline.

  Manage project financing, loan applications, loan drawdowns, and financial documentation.

  Support strategic financial decisions such as bridging loans, end-financing, or joint-venture structures.

  Supervise and guide the accounts / finance team in daily operations.

  Promote continuous improvement and upskilling within the team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting / Finance / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent.
• At least 6 years of working experience in accounting or finance (property or construction experience is an advantage).
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, tax, and regulatory compliance.
• Familiar with banking processes such as loan applications, project financing, and bridging loans.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Proficient in accounting software (OFCA, SQL, AutoCount, etc), Microsoft Excel is a must.
• Leadership abilities with experience supervising a small finance team.
• Good communication skills and ability to liaise with banks, auditors, and authorities.
• Able to speak and understand Mandarin fluently – to communicate with Mandarin-speaking clients and partners.

About Us

GARDEN WORLD is founded on one single vision - to be the Transformed community developer. We aim to archive this by providing the integrated Natural Living Experience in a sustainable environment - a concept we have developed and refined in our mission to enhance the living experience of the urban & sub urban communities.

Aims to gain confidence and recognition from Malaysians by builds for a better tomorrow by creating an integrated environment to live, work, play, and be connected in a natural environment with the value of happiness, healthy & fullness.

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Registration No. 202001030055 (1386375-D)

Your application will include the following questions:

• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years of taxation experience do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a finance manager?
• How many years of auditing experience do you have?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How would you rate your Mandarin language skills?
• How many years' experience do you have as a manager / team lead?
• Which of the following accounting software are you experienced with?