Finance Manager

DayOne; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

DayOne is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial operations, reporting, and strategic planning. The role demands strong accounting expertise, leadership, and the ability to drive financial performance.

The successful candidate will manage monthly/quarterly reporting, collaborate with senior management on financial strategy, ensure regulatory compliance, and build a high-performing finance team at DayOne.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting required.
• CPA/ACCA or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of accounting experience; Big 4 background advantageous.
• Knowledge of US GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance is a plus.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Review monthly and quarterly management reports and prepare presentations for senior management.
• Collaborate with senior management to develop financial strategies and support decision-making.
• Monitor financial performance against targets and prepare variance reports.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
• Lead and develop the finance team and promote process improvements.
• Draft and review technical accounting papers and policy updates.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors for accurate reporting.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement financial controls.

Skills

Financial analysis

Leadership

Presentation skills

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor in Finance/Accounting

CPA/ACCA

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

Join DayOne – Shaping the Future of Data Infrastructure

DayOne is a global leader in the development and operation of high-performance data centers. As one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry, we’ve built a robust presence across Asia and Europe — and we’re just getting started.

As we expand into new international markets, we’re looking for talented, driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to be a key contributor to our dynamic team and help shape the future of global data infrastructure.

If you're passionate about innovation, technology, and growth, we invite you to be part of DayOne’s next chapter.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Finance Manager to oversee our financial operations, manage financial reporting, and drive strategic financial planning. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial management, a keen analytical mind, and excellent leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Review monthly and quarterly management reports and prepare presentations for senior management, including variance analyses and financial insights.
• Collaborate with senior management to develop financial strategies and support business decision-making.
• Monitor financial performance against targets and prepare variance reports.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
• Lead and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
• Draft and review technical accounting papers, memos, and policy updates to ensure compliance and address emerging accounting issues.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement appropriate financial controls.
• Liaise with external auditors and tax advisors to ensure accurate reporting and compliance.

Qualifications

• Degree holder in Finance, Accounting or equivalent professional qualifications
• CPA/ACCA or equivalent certification.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant accounting experience, with initial experience acquired in Big 4 is preferred.
• Familiar with group accounting policies, tax requirement and internal control procedures. Experience in US GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley Act compliance is an advantage.
• Experience in SAP S/4HANA would be advantageous.
• Self-motivated and high degree of initiative, high level of integrity with a strong sense of urgency
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly.

DayOne is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.