Finance Manager

Infinity 8; Johor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Johor is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead the finance department. This pivotal role requires 6 to 10 years of finance experience, preferably in a manufacturing, retail, or industrial environment. Responsibilities include overseeing budgeting, reporting, cash flow management, and team development. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial systems like SAP and QuickBooks. This position offers a key role in driving strategic financial decisions and enhancing company profitability.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of finance experience, with 5+ years in a managerial capacity.
• Proven experience in manufacturing, retail, or industrial sectors.
• Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Prepare and present financial statements to senior management.
• Analyze financial performance and provide actionable insights.

Skills

Financial planning

Budgeting

Reporting

Compliance

Strategic decision-making

Analytical mindset

Leadership

Communication

Education

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

Tools

SAP

QuickBooks

Excel

Xero

ERP platforms

Job description

Finance Manager - Johor (5 working days)

We are seeking a highly experienced Finance Manager to lead our finance department. This pivotal role is ideal for an individual with 6 to 10 years of experience in finance and accounting, particularly within a manufacturing, retail or industrial environment. The Finance Manager will oversee all aspects of the company’s financial operations, including financial planning, budgeting, reporting, compliance, and strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.

Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to senior management.

Analyze financial performance and provide actionable insights to improve profitability and overall financial health.

Strategic Financial Support

Advise senior leadership with data-driven financial insights and recommendations.

Set financial goals and monitor KPIs to support growth and strategic initiatives.

Drive continuous improvement in financial reporting and decision support.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management

Ensure sufficient liquidity through effective cash flow planning and treasury operations.

Develop working capital strategies to improve cash position.

Maintain strong relationships with banks, financial institutions, and stakeholders.

Cost Control & Profitability Analysis

Monitor operational costs and identify opportunities for cost optimization.

Conduct profitability analysis across departments and projects.

Recommend initiatives to improve margins and financial efficiency.

Internal Controls & Compliance

Ensure compliance with local accounting standards, tax laws, and internal policies.

Strengthen internal controls to safeguard financial data and company assets.

Coordinate with external auditors to ensure successful audits.

Leadership & Team Development

Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering growth and development.

Promote collaboration and alignment across finance and other departments.

Set performance goals and ensure departmental efficiency.

Identify financial, market, and operational risks.

Develop and implement mitigation strategies to ensure financial stability and sustainability.

Ad-Hoc Analysis & Special Projects

Lead special financial initiatives in line with strategic objectives.

Support business development through detailed financial modeling and investment analysis.

Qualifications & Skills

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

6–10 years of finance experience, with 5+ years in a managerial capacity.

Proven experience in manufacturing, retail or industrial sectors.

Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning.

Proficiency in financial systems such as SAP, QuickBooks, Excel, Xero and ERP platforms.

Strong analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving and decision‑making skills.

Effective communicator with leadership qualities and team‑building capabilities.

Application Questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a finance manager?
• How many years' experience do you have as a manager / team lead?
• How many years' experience do you have with forecasting for businesses?
• How many years of auditing experience do you have?
• Which of the following accounting software are you experienced with?