Finance Manager, Construction & Project Finance

Kelington Group Berhad; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelington Group Berhad in Malaysia is seeking a Finance Manager to drive financial excellence across engineering and construction projects. You will lead finance operations, project cost control, reporting, budgeting, and process improvements while partnering with teams to support business growth and success.

You will oversee accounting, prepare management reports, monitor cash flow, and ensure compliance with statutory and tax requirements.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance or Accounting or related field.
• Professional qualification (ACCA/CPA/CIMA/MIA) is an advantage.
• 7–10 years of relevant experience in engineering or construction.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full set of accounts and ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Analyze performance, variances, and trends; provide recommendations.
• Support consolidation and group reporting requirements.
• Monitor project budgets, WIP, and margins; cost control.
• Ensure revenue recognition and cost allocation per project status.
• Manage cash flow, AR/AP and credit control; collect payments timely.
• Lead internal controls, process improvements, and SOPs.
• Supervise finance team and coordinate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Project accounting

Cost control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

ACCA/CPA/CIMA/MIA qualification (advantage)

Tools

MS Excel

Accounting systems

Job description

Kelington Group Berhad in Malaysia is seeking a Finance Manager to drive financial excellence across engineering and construction projects. You will lead finance operations, project cost control, reporting, budgeting, and process improvements while partnering with teams to support business growth and success.

You will oversee accounting, prepare management reports, monitor cash flow, and ensure compliance with statutory and tax requirements.