Finance Manager

Applus Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Applus Malaysia Sdn Bhd is seeking a Finance Manager to lead the organisation's financial operations, accounting functions, statutory compliance, taxation, treasury, budgeting, reporting and governance. The role partners with management to support growth, profitability, risk management and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate will have extensive finance leadership experience, strong IFRS/MFRS knowledge, and the ability to deliver insightful commercial analyses to drive decisions.

Qualifications

• Degree or higher in accounting/finance with professional qualification preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive finance leadership or management experience.
• 7+ years in Oil & Gas, Mining, Energy, Engineering Services, or related sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance and accounting operations end-to-end.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Ensure IFRS/MFRS compliance and statutory requirements.
• Oversee tax compliance, transfer pricing, and regulatory management.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting for country and regional leadership.
• Drive cost optimisation and capital management; monitor cash flow and liquidity.
• Support tendering, pricing strategy, and contract reviews for business development.
• Develop and mentor Finance team; coordinate internal/external audits.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting & forecasting

Treasury & cash management

Internal controls & governance

Taxation knowledge

Management reporting

ERP systems (SAP)

Leadership & people management

Stakeholder management

Contract review & commercial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Commerce/Business Administration

Professional qualification (ACCA/CPA/ICAEW/CIMA/MIA)

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Based in Malaysia, the Finance Manager leads the organisation's financial operations, accounting functions, statutory compliance, taxation, treasury, budgeting, reporting, and financial governance. The role ensures compliance with Malaysian regulations, Group financial policies, relevant accounting standards, and internal governance requirements while supporting business growth, profitability, risk management, and operational excellence. Acting as a strategic business partner to management, the Finance Manager provides financial oversight, commercial insights, and decision-support information to facilitate sustainable business performance.

Key responsibilities

Manage the full of finance and accounting operations.

Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

Ensure compliance with IFRS, MFRS, Group accounting policies, and statutory requirements.

Perform month-end and year-end closing activities.

Monitor financial performance and identify trends, risks, and opportunities.

Develop financial forecasts, business projections, financial models, and management reports.

Present financial reports and business insights to Country Management and Regional Finance leadership.

Support Board reporting and shareholder reporting requirements.

Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes.

Analyse project profitability, margins, utilisation rates, and financial performance.

Provide financial evaluation and commercial support for tenders, bids, and contracts.

Support business development teams with pricing strategies and contract reviews.

Drive cost optimisation and cost-control initiatives across the business.

Manage company cash flow, liquidity, working capital, bank balances, funding requirements, and credit facilities.

Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable processes.

Establish effective credit control procedures and monitor customer collections and supplier payment cycles.

Manage corporate income tax matters, tax computations, tax returns, and liaison with external tax consultants and the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia.

Ensure proper administration and reporting of Sales and Service Tax obligations.

Review withholding tax requirements and assess Double Taxation Agreement implications where applicable.

Oversee transfer pricing, employment and payroll tax compliance, tax audits, and regulatory management.

Maintain strong internal controls and financial governance frameworks.

Ensure compliance with Group policies, Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption requirements, the Company's Code of Ethics, the Companies Act 2016, and other applicable legislation.

Coordinate internal and external audits.

Lead, coach, and develop Finance team members while establishing performance objectives and monitoring KPI achievement.

Promote continuous process improvement, business continuity, risk management, quality management systems, and compliance with Health, Safety, Environment, and Sustainability requirements.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

A professional qualification or membership such as ACCA, CPA Australia, ICAEW, CIMA, or MIA is preferred.

At least 15 years of progressive finance and accounting leadership or management experience.

At least 7 years of practical experience in Oil and Gas, Mining, Energy, Engineering Services, Inspection, Testing and Certification, Infrastructure, or Technical Services industries.

Experience with project accounting, contract-based businesses, multi-country or regional operations is advantageous.

Experience with remote jobsite operations and international business environments is an advantage.

Strong financial reporting, analysis, budgeting, forecasting, treasury, and cash management skills.

Knowledge of corporate taxation, Malaysian SST compliance, transfer pricing, internal controls, audit management, contract review, and commercial analysis.

Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP, payroll systems, advanced Microsoft Excel, and financial modelling.

High integrity, strong ethical standards, commercial judgement, and a business-oriented approach.

Strong leadership, stakeholder management, communication, presentation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, organisation, planning, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Additional training or certification in Malaysian taxation, internal auditing, transfer pricing, tax planning, leadership, or management is advantageous.

Applus+ is a worldwide leader in the testing, inspection and certification sector. We are a trusted partner, enhancing the quality and safety of our clients’ assets and infrastructures while safeguarding their operations and improving their environmental performance. Our innovative approach, technical capabilities and highly-skilled and motivated workforce of over 25,000 employees assure operational excellence across multiple sectors in more than 65 countries.

Applus+ is a worldwide leader in the testing, inspection and certification sector. We are a trusted partner, enhancing the quality and safety of our clients’ assets and infrastructures while safeguarding their operations and improving their environmental performance. Our innovative approach, technical capabilities and highly-skilled and motivated workforce of over 25,000 employees assure operational excellence across multiple sectors in more than 65 countries.

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