Finance Manager - Japanese Speaking (REF: DK)

Pasona; Klang City; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG distributor is seeking a Finance Manager in Klang City to oversee the finance department, ensuring compliance with Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards and managing P&L analysis. Ideal candidates have 5-7 years of finance experience, including team leadership and strong knowledge of Malaysian tax regulations, with proficiency in Japanese being a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 - 7 years of finance experience in Malaysia.
• At least 2 years leading a finance team.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes.
• Prepare consolidated financial reports for parent company.
• Manage tax compliance and corporate tax filings.

Skills

Hands-on accounting or finance experience

Team management experience

Compliance with MFRS

Cost accounting

Microsoft Excel skills

Business-level Japanese

Tools

SAP

Oracle

D365FO

Power BI

Job description

Overview

Your future employer is a FMCG Distributor responsible for the import, export, and distribution of a wide selection of consumer goods with 50+ stores in Malaysia. They are currently looking for a Finance Manager to lead the finance department and oversee P&L analysis and financial planning duties.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the timely execution of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes, ensuring full compliance with Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS).
• Prepare and submit consolidated financial reporting packages to the Japanese parent company in a timely and accurate manner.
• Manage all tax compliance, including the preparation and submission of corporate tax and Sales & Service Tax (SST) filings, and effectively manage all related tax and external audits.
• Formulate and manage the company-wide budget, continuously monitor actual financial results, and perform in-depth variance analysis.
• Establish, monitor, and report on key operational and financial Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to guide business performance.
• Manage all cash flow activities, including preparing cash flow forecasts, and actively working to optimize working capital.
• Negotiate and maintain strong relationships with financial institutions across Malaysia.
• Manage the credit control function and oversee the efficient accounts receivable collection process, particularly for our overseas clients.
• Maintain and strengthen compliance with the Malaysian Companies Act and all other relevant statutory regulations and corporate governance standards.
• Supervise, mentor, develop, and evaluate the performance of the local finance and accounting staff (a team of 2–3 members).
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by conducting process reviews and implementing solutions to enhance operational efficiency.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 - 7 years of hands-on accounting or finance experience, with significant exposure to the Malaysian financial landscape.
• At least 2 years of experience in a team management role, leading and mentoring a team of 3 or more staff.
• Previous success in completing financial closing processes compliant with Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS).
• Strong understanding and practical experience in cost accounting. (Experience within the retail or wholesale industry is a definite plus!)
• Comprehensive knowledge of MFRS/MPERS and current Malaysian tax regulations.
• Advanced skills in key business applications, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Power BI, with strong command of Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTable).
• Previous experience in the logistics, warehousing, trading, or wholesale sectors.
• Experience working within a Japanese corporate culture or reporting directly to a Japanese Headquarters (HQ).
• Familiarity and operational experience with major ERP systems (such as SAP, Oracle, or D365FO).
• Proficiency at the business level in Japanese (JLPT N2 or higher).
• Experience and knowledge related to transfer pricing.

Additional Information

Working Hours: 9:00am - 6:00pm (Monday to Friday).