FINANCE MANAGER / SENIOR MANAGER

ALLIANCE EMPIRE SDN BHD; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company in Petaling Jaya is seeking a financial manager to oversee financial aspects, including budgeting, forecasting, and compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Finance or Accounting, has at least 5 years of related experience—3 years in retail—and possesses excellent communication and analytical skills. This position offers the opportunity to influence business performance and requires a high level of integrity and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-8 years of finance experience, with at least 3 years in retail.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial aspects of the retail business.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
• Prepare financial statements in accordance with accounting standards.
• Monitor financial performance versus budget and provide variance analysis.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in accounting software

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Professional qualifications (ACCA, CPA)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

To oversee all financial aspects of the retail business including budgeting, forecasting, accounting, and financial reporting.

To ensure accurate financial management, compliance with statutory requirements, and supports management with financial insights to drive business performance and profitability.

Develop annual budgets, forecasts, and business plans in coordination with management.

Monitor financial performance versus budget and provide variance analysis.

Oversee daily accounting operations including AP, AR, GL, and inventory accounting.

Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end closing.

Prepare financial statements in accordance with accounting standards.

Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, and regulatory bodies.

Manage cash flow, banking operations, and working capital.

Optimism use of funds and ensure liquidity for operational needs.

Monitor payment cycles, supplier terms and collection timelines.

Establish and maintain internal controls and standard operating procedures.

Ensure compliance with company policies, tax laws and relevant financial regulations.

Support internal audits and risk management initiatives.

Provide financial insights for business expansion, pricing strategies, and store performance.

Requirement

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

Professional qualifications (e.g. ACCA, MIA, CPA, CIMA or equivalent) preferred.

Minimum 5-8 years of finance experience, with at least 3 years in retail.

Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.

Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.

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 would you rate your Mandarin language skills?
• How would you rate your English language skills?

The International School of Kuala Lumpur (ISKL)

Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, MY