Finance Manager (FMCG,Retails,5+ years of experience)

Jobstreet Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading food distributor in Southeast Asia as a Finance Manager. This role requires a blend of financial expertise and a passion for strategic planning, driving financial stability while ensuring food equality. Engage in financial management, oversee budgeting, guide the finance team, and support growth initiatives across Malaysia and beyond, contributing to our mission of making nutritious food accessible to all.

Benefits

Medical and dental coverage

Support for continuous learning

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• 7-8 years of relevant finance experience within the food or retail industry.
• 3-5 years of proven managerial experience in finance.
• Experience in driving strategic financial projects and improving financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead Financial Planning and Analysis, overseeing budgeting and financial reporting.
• Ensure financial stability and monitor financial performance.
• Strategic business partnering with department heads to allocate resources effectively.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Financial Modeling

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics

Chartered Accountant certification

Tools

Excel

ERP Systems

Financial Software

Job description

Finance Manager (FMCG,Retails,5+ years of experience)

We are one of South East Asia’s leading food distributors. Imagine what you could accomplish here. New ideas and commitment to food equality transform communities.

Bring your financial expertise, passion for strategic planning, and analytical skills to this exciting opportunity.

We are looking for a Finance Manager who is not only driven by numbers but also motivated by a higher purposeensuring that every community has access to affordable, high-quality food. If you love working with numbers, analyzing data, and driving financial strategies that support business growth, then we want to hear from you.

Description:

Our Finance team plays a crucial role in ensuring that we achieve our mission of food equality through sound financial strategies. We don’t just manage numbers; we shape the financial future by making strategic decisions that enable us to provide quality food at affordable prices. From partnering with teams across the business to managing financial forecasts, you’ll be a key driver in supporting families, local businesses, and communities across Malaysia and Southeast Asia.

The Finance Manager will work closely with leadership to create innovative and impactful financial strategiesthat put food equality at the core of our business operations. You’ll help guide the company’s growth by ensuring financial stability while fulfilling the mission of providing affordable food to all.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead Financial Planning and Analysis: Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, providing insights to support decision-making across the company.

Ensure Financial Stability: Monitor financial performance, ensuring financial health as we expand into new markets and regions.

Strategic Business Partnering: Work with department heads to provide financial advice, ensuring resources are allocated effectively to support growth.

Manage Financial Operations: Oversee cash flow management, financial reporting, and compliance with financial regulations.

Improve Financial Processes: Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost efficiency while maintaining financial controls.

Risk Management: Evaluate financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring long-term growth.

Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

Education & Certification:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.

Chartered Accountant certification is preferred.

Experience:

7–8+ years of relevant finance experience, preferably within the food industry or retail.

3–5 years of proven managerial experience.

Experience driving strategic financial projects in high-growth or dynamic environments.

Demonstrated experience streamlining processes and improving financial forecasting systems.

Proven track record of working effectively in fast-paced, evolving business settings.

Technical Skills:

Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.

Expertise in Excel and financial software.

Proficiency in ERP systems.

Familiarity with process improvement methodologies.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial insights to senior leadership.

Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams.

Mandarin speaker preferred, to effectively collaborate with Mandarin-speaking clients.

Soft Skills & Values:

High attention to detail, self-motivated, and able to thrive in ambiguity.

Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

A deep passion for food equality and making affordable, nutritious food accessible to all.

Note: We’d love to learn more about you! Kindly include your updated resume along with your MBTI personality type when submitting your application to [e-mail] .

Why Join Us?

Be part of something bigger: Help us make food equality a reality across Southeast Asia and beyond.

Work with a passionate team: Join a mission-driven company that values collaboration and innovation.

Grow with us: Opportunities for career advancement and professional development as we expand across Malaysia and Southeast Asia.

Comprehensive benefits package: Enjoy a range of benefits, including medical and dental coverage, and support for continuous learning.

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