Finance Manager

UpGrowth HR Sdn. Bhd.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

UpGrowth HR Sdn. Bhd. seeks a Finance Lead to oversee full-spectrum finance operations across multiple entities in Malaysia. You will balance hands-on accounting with strategic oversight to support growth, while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong financial discipline in a lean team.

The role emphasis is ownership, with leadership of a small finance team and potential expansion as the business scales. Relevant experience in multi-entity settings and cross-border transactions is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• ACCA/CPA/MIA or equivalent is an advantage
• 5–8 years of relevant experience in multi-entity environments
• Proficient in FMCG, IT, or Retail industry is an advantage
• Ability to communicate with China stakeholders (written/oral)
• Strong experience in full set accounting and financial reporting
• Exposure to multi-currency and cross-border transactions
• Understanding of Malaysian statutory and tax requirements
• Proficiency with Excel/Power BI and related data tools
• Hands-on, detail-oriented, with capability to scale finance functions during expansion

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee full set of accounts (GL, AR, AP) across group entities
• Ensure timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Perform account reconciliations, ledger reviews, and variance analysis
• Lead cashflow forecasting, monitoring, and optimisation
• Prepare and manage budgets, accruals, and financial projections
• Provide insights on cost management, profitability, and financial performance
• Manage USD-denominated and multi-currency transactions
• Oversee cross-border payments and collections via standard platforms
• Monitor foreign exchange exposure and accounting treatment
• Monitor receivables and ensure timely collections from clients
• Manage vendor payments including service providers and partners
• Maintain controls over payment processes and cash disbursement cycles
• Ensure compliance with Malaysian statutory requirements (EPF, SOCSO, EIS, PCB, HRDF, MTS)
• Support tax filings, financial reporting standards, and regulatory requirements
• Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, and advisors
• Strengthen internal controls, SOPs, and governance frameworks
• Adhere to internal governance policies and financial control practices
• Lead and mentor a small finance team and remain hands-on as needed
• Establish scalable processes and workflow efficiencies
• Support new entity setup and financial structuring
• Participate in financial due diligence and integration
• Drive standardisation of finance processes across entities

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Financial reporting

Multi-entity experience

Stakeholder management

Excel & Power BI

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance

ACCA/CPA/MIA or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Power BI

PowerPivot

PowerQuery

Accounting systems

Job description

About the Role

This role will act as the Finance Lead across multiple entities within the group, overseeing full-spectrum finance operations including General Ledger (GL), Accounts Receivable (AR), and Accounts Payable (AP) while ensuring the financial reporting mechanism and compliance timelines are fully met in accordance with legal ordinance.

The successful candidate will balance hands‑on execution with strategic oversight, supporting business growth while ensuring financial discipline, accuracy, and compliance. This is a high‑ownership role within a lean team environment.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations & Reporting

• Manage and oversee full set of accounts (GL, AR, AP) across group entities.

• Ensure timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.

• Perform account reconciliations, ledger reviews, and variance analysis.

• Maintain proper documentation, audit trails, and accounting records.

Cashflow & Financial Planning

• Lead cashflow forecasting, monitoring, and optimisation.

• Prepare and manage budgets, accruals, and financial projections.

• Provide insights on cost management, profitability, and financial performance.

Multi‑Currency & Cross‑Border Transactions

• Manage USD‑denominated and multi‑currency transactions.

• Oversee cross‑border payments and collections through commercial banking and standard international payment platforms.

• Monitor foreign exchange exposure and ensure appropriate accounting treatment.

Accounts Receivable & Payable

• Monitor receivables and ensure timely collections from clients.

• Manage vendor payments including service providers, agencies, and operational partners.

• Maintain controls over payment processes and cash disbursement cycles.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with Malaysian statutory requirements (i.e. EPF, SOCSO, EIS, PCB, HRDF, MTS).

• Support tax filings, financial reporting standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, and professional advisors.

• Strengthen internal controls, SOPs, and financial governance frameworks.

• Ensure adherence to internal governance policies and financial control frameworks in line with best practices.

Team Leadership & Execution

• Lead and guide a small finance team, providing direction and mentorship.

• Remain hands‑on in accounting operations where required.

• Establish scalable processes and workflow efficiencies.

Business Expansion Support

• Support new entity setup and financial structuring.

• Participate in financial due diligence and integration activities.

• Drive standardisation of finance processes across entities.

Key Attributes

Desired Work Ethics and Qualities

• Analytical and data‑oriented work approach, while having a sense of understanding and respect for state of urgency.

• Professionalism approach towards integrity and sense of accountability.

• Balancing operational execution with strategic thinking/problem solving.

• Withstand and excels in fast‑paced and evolving business environment.

• Diplomatic abilities and skill set for managing high‑profile stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• Professional qualification (ACCA / CPA / MIA or equivalent) is an advantage

• 5–8 years of relevant experience, preferably in multi‑entity and corporate cultured environments

• Proficient in FMCG, IT, or Retail industry is an advantage

• Possessing the ability to communicate in writing/oral with China stakeholders

• Strong experience in full set accounting and financial reporting

• Exposure to multi‑currency and cross‑border transactions

• Good understanding of Malaysian statutory and tax requirements

• Proficient in accounting systems and financial ecosystem establishment

• Proficient in advanced Excel/PowerBI skills and competent with PowerPivot, PowerQueryConnector, and information database ecosystem

• Hands‑on, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working within a lean team structure (3 people) during commencement with high likelihood of Finance team expansion alongside career progression into a Head of Department

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to build and shape the finance function across a growing group

• Fast‑track progression into Management team or HOD function

• Exposure to regional operations and international transactions

• High level of ownership and impact in business decision‑making

• Dynamic environment with strong growth potential