Finance Manager (Property Development)

Malaysia Land Properties Sdn Bhd (Mayland Group of Companies); Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Malaysia Land Properties Sdn Bhd (Mayland Group of Companies) seeks an experienced finance leader to manage the full spectrum of finance and accounting functions for property development projects. You will oversee month‑end/year‑end closing, financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow management and internal controls, ensuring compliance and accuracy.

Reporting to Management, you will supervise the finance team, liaise with auditors and tax agents, and provide financial insights to guide project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, MICPA, CPA or equivalent is an advantage.
• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience, preferably with experience in property development, real estate or construction.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, accounting, budgeting, taxation, cash flow management and internal controls.
• Experience in managing a full set of accounts is essential.
• Experience in property development accounting is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full spectrum of finance and accounting functions assigned to the role, including month-end and year-end closing, financial reporting and maintenance of accounting records.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, statutory requirements, audit, tax and corporate governance matters.
• Ensure proper accounting controls and financial systems are maintained accurately, up to date and in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, financial reports, budgets and forecasts for Management review.
• Analyse monthly financial statements and provide financial insights and recommendations to Management.
• Prepare and monitor project cash flow forecasts, working capital requirements and other project-related financial commitments.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, bankers and other professional advisors on finance-related matters.
• Prepare financial and management reports or analysis as and when required.
• Resolve finance-related issues and ensure smooth day-to-day operations of the assigned finance functions.
• Supervise and provide guidance to finance team members to ensure efficient and timely completion of their duties.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitask

Independent working

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline

Tools

IFCA System

Job description

Manage the full spectrum of finance and accounting functions assigned to the role, including month-end and year-end closing, financial reporting and maintenance of accounting records.

Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, statutory requirements, audit, tax and corporate governance matters.

Ensure proper accounting controls and financial systems are maintained accurately, up to date and in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.

Ensure a full set of accounting records and monthly accounts are prepared accurately and on a timely basis.

Prepare monthly management accounts, financial reports, budgets and forecasts for Management review.

Analyse monthly financial statements and provide financial insights and recommendations to Management.

Prepare and manage annual budgets, forecasts, cash flow projections and cost impact analysis.

Monitor the financial performance and profitability of property development projects, including project budgets, development costs, commitments and cost-to-complete.

Prepare and monitor project cash flow forecasts, working capital requirements and other project-related financial commitments.

Review purchase requisitions to ensure compliance with approved capital expenditure and operating expense budgets.

Check and verify payments, including cheques, e-banking and petty cash, to ensure payments are properly authorised and in compliance with SOPs and approved limits.

Formulate, implement and monitor effective internal control policies and procedures.

Monitor property-related receivables, collections and financial commitments where applicable.

Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, bankers and other professional advisors on finance-related matters.

Prepare financial and management reports or analysis as and when required.

Resolve finance-related issues and ensure smooth day-to-day operations of the assigned finance functions.

Supervise and provide guidance to finance team members to ensure efficient and timely completion of their duties.

Perform any other ad hoc duties and assignments as and when required by Management.

Job Requirements

Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.

Professional qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, MICPA, CPA or equivalent is an advantage.

Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience, preferably with experience in property development, real estate or construction.

Strong knowledge of financial reporting, accounting, budgeting, taxation, cash flow management and internal controls.

Experience in managing a full set of accounts is essential.

Experience in property development accounting is an added advantage.

Familiar with IFCA System (for Property Management) is an added advantage.

Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills.

Able to multitask, prioritise work and meet tight deadlines.

Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with Management and other departments.

Detail-oriented, responsible and able to work independently.

We are a well-established & dynamic Group of Companies with diversified business activities including property development, property investment, hotel / retail / building management services in Malaysia.

We are a well-established & dynamic Group of Companies with diversified business activities including property development, property investment, hotel / retail / building management services in Malaysia.