Finance Manager (Fintech)

Ambition; Selangor; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Job summary

Ambition in Malaysia is seeking a Finance Manager to own the finance function in Glenmarie, Selangor. You will lead the finance team, manage accounting and reporting, and shape financial strategy in a fast-moving payments company.

You will partner with senior leadership on budgeting, cash flow, and strategic initiatives, with a performance bonus and strong growth potential in the long term.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or equivalent; MIA membership or finalist MICPA/CIMA/ACCA.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience, including at least 1 year in supervision.
• Prior experience in payments/fintech; strong knowledge of MFRS/IFRS and Malaysian tax rules.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the finance team across accounting, management reporting, credit, and treasury.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly and annual management accounts in line with MFRS.
• Support performance reviews, cash flow planning, budgeting, and board-level reporting.
• Review daily settlement reports with merchants and card scheme partners.
• Contribute to new product discussions, providing financial risk and accounting input.
• Liaise with external auditors and tax agents for audits and tax compliance.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Communication

Education

Degree in Accounting or equivalent

MIA membership or finalist MICPA/CIMA/ACCA

Tools

UBS

Job description

Do numbers tell a story? Our client, a growing player in the payments industry, is looking for a Finance Manager to join their team in Glenmarie - someone ready to take ownership of the finance function and make a genuine impact on business performance.

Why Apply?

This is more than a reporting role. You will sit at the intersection of finance, strategy and operations, working closely with senior leadership to shape financial outcomes for a fast-moving, innovation-driven business. Add to that an attractive annual performance bonus and real long-term growth potential, and this one is worth a serious look.

The Role

Taking ownership of a broad finance remit in a dynamic payments environment:

• Lead and manage the finance team across accounting, management reporting, credit and treasury functions
• Oversee accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual management accounts in line with MFRS
• Support performance reviews, cash flow planning, budgeting and board-level financial reporting
• Review daily settlement reports with merchants and card scheme partners
• Contribute to new product discussions, providing financial risk and accounting control input
• Liaise with external auditors and tax agents for annual audit and corporate tax compliance

What We're Looking For

A technically strong finance professional with a passion for the payments space:

• Degree in Accounting or equivalent; MIA membership or finalist status with MICPA, CIMA or ACCA
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience, including at least 1 year in a supervisory capacity
• Prior experience in the payment or fintech industry is essential
• Sound knowledge of MFRS, IFRS and Malaysian tax regulations
• Familiarity with UBS or similar accounting software
• Meticulous, commercially aware and a strong communicator