Finance Manager

Rapiscan Systems Inc.; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Malaysia is seeking a qualified accountant to support day-to-day finance operations. This role includes closing activities, financial reporting, tax compliance, and budget reviews. The ideal candidate will have a degree in accounting with at least 5 years of experience, especially in manufacturing environments. Proficiency in Excel and knowledge of financial software like Dynamics 365 or Oracle HFM are preferred. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for team collaboration and problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting with a minimum of 5 years experience, ideally in manufacturing.
• Highly proficient in MS Office applications, especially Excel.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage period-end closing activities including GL Journal entries and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports and compliance.
• Lead the budgeting process for the factory.

Skills

Analytical skills

Proficient in MS Office

Dynamics 365/Navision knowledge

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Accounting or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Oracle HFM

Job description

Overview

This is an urgent and critical position to be replace as this role holds important role to assist the assistant finance controller and group controller on day to day finance operation and also providing close support on all daily and monthly finance routine within the factory finance.

Responsibilities

1. Responsible for period-end closing activities such as GL Journal entries, bank reconciliation and ensure accurate and timely monthend and year-end closing of accounts.
2. Help to prepare monthly reporting
3. Tax reporting and compliance (e.g. GST/WHT/Corporate Income Tax).
4. Support internal audit, statutory audit and related
5. Prepare monthly and quarterly financial & management reports and the related analysis and
6. Prepare Balance Sheet and P&L monthly schedules.
7. Support the preparation of the yearly budget. Perform financial analysis of actual results against budget/forecast.
8. Responsible and maintain Fixed Asset Register and Inventory Register.
9. Establish and enforce policies and procedures; provide trends and forecasts; explain processes and techniques; recommend actions.
10. Handle ad hoc assignments and projects as and when required.
11. Lead the annual budgeting process for the factory, including production cost assumptions, overhead, labor, and capital expenditures.
12. Prepare monthly/quarterly forecasts aligned with production schedules, capacity plans, and market demand.
13. Maintain accurate inventory valuation across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
14. Lead and mentor a team of accountants or analysts supporting cost accounting and factory

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or equivalent with at least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Proficient in MS Office applications (Must proficient in Excel)
• Knowledge and experience with Dynamic 365/ Navision and Oracle HFM (plus point).
• Detail oriented with strong analytical skill
• Able to solve problem and issue independently
• Team player with good interpersonal and communication skills