Finance Manager

Asahi Best Base; Kulim; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Kulim is seeking a highly motivated Finance Manager to contribute to its success. In this role, you will manage general ledger matters, prepare monthly reports, and conduct analyses of production expenses. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, with 8-10 years of finance/accounting experience, particularly in manufacturing. Strong knowledge of Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards and proficiency in ERP systems and MS Excel are essential. This position is pivotal in driving financial strategy and supporting corporate budget preparation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in finance/accounting, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS), taxation, and statutory requirements.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage all general ledger matters and perform month-end closing processes.
• Conduct monthly analysis of production waste, direct labor, and raw material usage.
• Compile monthly management reporting packages, including Profit & Loss (P&L) and balance sheet.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

ERP systems

Financial modeling

Advanced MS Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or professional qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CIMA, MIA member)

Job description

We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Finance Manager with strong manufacturing accounting experience to join our team and contribute to our continued success.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all general ledger matters, prepare monthly journals, and perform month-end closing processes.
• Conduct monthly analysis of production waste & scrap, direct labor, and raw material usage.
• Analyze monthly manufacturing expenses and perform bank and inventory reconciliations.
• Analyze and reconcile balance sheet items.
• Compile monthly management reporting packages, including Profit & Loss (P&L) and balance sheet.
• Provide financial report commentaries and deliver presentations to management.
• Coordinate with Production Manager, Product Engineers, and Customer Service teams on costing matters.
• Liaise with external auditors for interim and annual audits.
• Collaborate with company secretaries on corporate documentation, including Director's Circular Resolutions (DCR) and annual returns.
• Support coordination and consolidation of monthly management reports, budgets, financial forecasts, and variance analyses (including expenses analysis, controllable expenses, revenue ratios, and inter-company movements).
• Assist in corporate budget and forecast preparation, including drafting guidelines, appendices, templates, commentaries, and slide presentations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or professional qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CIMA, MIA member).
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in finance/accounting, preferably in manufacturing (electronics/cable/wire harness industry advantageous).
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS), taxation, and statutory requirements.
• Proficient in ERP systems, MS Excel (advanced), and financial modeling.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.