Finance Manager: Lead Finance, Compliance & Growth

CHEFS' PARTNER SDN. BHD.; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Chefs’ Partner is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee the full spectrum of finance, including reporting, budgeting, and cash flow management. The role requires leading a finance team, ensuring timely close, and maintaining regulatory compliance across Malaysia.

Candidates should have a degree in Accounting/Finance (ACCA/CPA/CIMA preferred) and 2–3 years at Finance/Accounting Manager level, with ERP experience and strong English communication. Trading or import experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting / Finance or equivalent.
• At least 2–3 years of experience at Finance Manager or Accounting Manager level.
• Strong in financial reporting, compliance, and cash flow management.
• Recent experience in a trading or distribution business; food trading or import business experience is preferred.
• Experience managing B2B customers and overdue collections.
• Experience in cash flow management and inventory control.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and spoken.
• ACCA / CPA / CIMA (or equivalent) preferred; proactive, hands-on, and strong leadership mindset.
• Experience reporting to regional or overseas HQ.
• Experience working with ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full spectrum of finance: reporting, budgeting & cash flow
• Manage full set of accounts and ensure timely financial closing
• Ensure compliance with statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, bankers, and authorities
• Strengthen internal controls, SOPs, and financial processes
• Provide financial insights to support business growth and decision-making
• Lead and develop the finance team
• Drive cost control and operational improvements across outlets

Education

Degree in Accounting / Finance

ACCA / CPA / CIMA (or equivalent)

Strong English communication skills

Proactive, hands-on, and strong leadership mindset

Experience in ERP systems

Experience managing B2B customers and overdue collections

Experience reporting to regional or overseas HQ

Experience in cash flow management and inventory control

Strong in financial reporting, compliance, and cash flow management

Recent experience in trading or distribution business; food trading or import business preferred

Job description

Chefs’ Partner is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee the full spectrum of finance, including reporting, budgeting, and cash flow management. The role requires leading a finance team, ensuring timely close, and maintaining regulatory compliance across Malaysia.

Candidates should have a degree in Accounting/Finance (ACCA/CPA/CIMA preferred) and 2–3 years at Finance/Accounting Manager level, with ERP experience and strong English communication. Trading or import experience is a plus.