Finance Manager / Senior Finance Manager

SoftBank Investment Advisers (SBIA); Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the SME digital finance sector in Southeast Asia seeks a Finance Manager. The role involves supervising financial reporting, ensuring compliance, and leading the finance team. Ideal candidates are proactive leaders with a strong finance background, preferably with experience in a startup environment.

Benefits

Flexible paid vacations

Health insurance for employees and dependents

Wellness initiatives and coaching

Technology support including company laptop

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of progressive finance/accounting experience.
• Supervisory experience required, startup experience valued.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and MFRS regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of the finance team and manage month-end close.
• Oversee financial reporting processes and ensure compliance with IFRS.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Financial Reporting

Regulatory Compliance

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or MBA

Tools

Excel

ERP (e.g., Netsuite)

Job description

Finance Manager / Senior Finance Manager

About Funding Societies

Funding Societies | Modalku is the largest SME digital finance platform in Southeast Asia, licensed and operating in Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam. Backed by Sequoia India (Peak XV), Softbank Vision Fund, Khazanah, and SMBC Bank, among others, we provide business financing to SMEs funded by individual and institutional investors, along with payment solutions for SMEs and consumers.

Our Values

• Grow Relentlessly: Strive to become our best, most authentic selves.
• Enable Teamwork, Disable Politics: Foster togetherness to help each other succeed.
• Test Measure Act: Stay curious, innovate, and reinvent ourselves.
• Focus on Impact: Create tangible results with a bias for action.
• Serve with Obsession: Build long-term, win-win relationships with a customer obsession.

Role Overview

You will be responsible for financial reporting and regulatory compliance. You will supervise the daily activities of the accounting team and manage the professional development of direct reports. Additionally, you will partner with business leaders on critical projects and strategic planning. This role demands exceptional leadership, rapid learning, and strong project management skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of the finance and accounting team, ensuring timely and accurate month-end close, statutory, tax, and regulatory reporting.
• Oversee financial reporting processes, including group consolidation, external audits, and IFRS compliance.
• Develop and implement robust business processes and internal controls for data integrity and compliance.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning; analyze variances.
• Support corporate finance activities like due diligence, expansion, and investor reporting.
• Partner with Malaysian and Payment Business leadership, providing financial insights and support.
• Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering continuous improvement.
• Manage relationships with auditors, banks, and external stakeholders.
• Identify and execute process improvements for efficiency and accuracy.
• Contribute to new finance projects, standardization, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Perform other assigned tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or MBA preferred.
• At least 6 years of progressive finance/accounting experience, including supervisory roles; startup experience valued.
• Experience in a Big 4 audit firm is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, MFRS, and relevant regulations (e.g., FRS 9, 7, 32, 15).
• Advanced Excel and ERP skills (e.g., Netsuite).
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fast learner with proactive, hands-on approach and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results under pressure.

Benefits

• Time Off: Flexible paid vacations, observed holidays, and special day offs.
• Flexible Working: Support for work-life balance tailored to individual needs.
• Medical Benefits: Health insurance for employees and dependents.
• Mental Wellness: Wellness initiatives and coaching.
• Tech Support: Company laptop and equipment for productivity.