Finance Managers (FMCG/Manufacturing/Engineering) Cheras/Kajang/Semenyih/Serdang

AG Staffing Malaysia; Selangor; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency in Malaysia is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial operations within the manufacturing industry. The successful candidate will manage financial reporting and compliance, lead the finance team, and improve financial controls. Ideal applicants have a degree in Accountancy or Finance, with at least five years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Mandarin, English, and Bahasa Malaysia is preferred.

Qualifications

• At least five years of accounting experience in Engineering, Construction, or Manufacturing.
• Fluency in English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Mandarin preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and accounting standards.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable functions.
• Lead and manage the finance team while providing guidance.
• Implement process improvements for efficiency.

Skills

Financial management

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Accountancy or Finance

Professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW)

Tools

Financial software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Finance Managers (FMCG/Manufacturing/Engineering) Cheras/Kajang/Semenyih/Serdang

Position 1: Finance Manager/Financial Controller (F&B Manufacturing) Kajang/Semenyih

About the role

As Finance Manager/Financial Controller, you will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations and strategic planning for the company. This is a crucial role that will have a direct impact on the success of our business.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage the company's financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and accounting standards
• Oversee the accounts payable and receivable functions, as well as cash flow management
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic decision‑making
• Lead and manage the finance team, providing guidance and development opportunities
• Collaborate with other departments to align financial objectives with the overall business strategy
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy

Preferences

• Qualified accountant (CPA, ACCA or equivalent) or at least a degree in accounting
• Extensive knowledge of financial management, accounting principles, and financial reporting
• Proficient in the use of financial software and data analysis tools
• Strong leadership and people‑management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information for non‑financial stakeholders
• Thorough understanding of relevant financial regulations and compliance requirements
• Experience in the accounting/audit industry and in the manufacturing industry

Position 2: Assistant Finance Manager/Finance Manager (Manufacturing/Engineering/Construction) Seri Kembangan/Cheras/Kajang

Job Description

Supervise all accounting functions to ensure the monthly and yearly financial statements are prepared accurately and timely. Assist the external auditors in the year‑end audit.

Manage all payment functions including accounts payable, sundry creditors and staff claims to ensure payments are performed efficiently and effectively.

Ensure payments received are correctly posted into the accounts and credit control is functioning efficiently.

Ensure effective management of cash and close monitoring of bank balances.

Ensure timely issuance of bank guarantees and any deposits are collected back promptly upon expiry of bank guarantee.

Assist in company secretarial matters. Board resolutions / statutory documents / annual returns prepared by company secretary are properly verified before the statutory deadline.

Closed follow up with tax agent to ensure all corporate tax matters including annual tax return, payments, reports, schedules and estimated provisional tax liability and its revision CP204 are handled efficiently and timely.

Ensure the company insurances are renewed timely and in accordance to company’s requirement. This will be carried out in consultation with Executive Director.

Ensure existing financial controls are adhered to and no deviation except with the authority of the Executive Director. Recommendations are given to strengthen or improve the financial controls.

Responsible for developing the departmental standard operating policies and procedures and advising all relevant parties.

Conduct annual staff appraisal according to company procedures. All job descriptions are revised accordingly, agreed with the staff and in line with the organization objectives.

Manage company fixed asset register.

Ensure all accounting documents/ records are properly filed, kept and easy retrieval. There should be no documents missing / misplaced. The documents/records must be kept for seven (7) years as required by IRB.

Carry out any other duties or ad hoc tasks as assigned by Management from time to time.

Requirements

• Degree in Accountancy, Finance or a professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW) or its equivalent.
• Candidate with Malaysia Institute of Accountancy membership is highly preferable.
• At least five (5) years of accounting work experience preferably in Engineering, Construction or Manufacturing industries.
• Required languages: English, Bahasa Malaysia, Mandarin. Candidates fluent in Mandarin preferred as the role requires dealing with a Mandarin‑speaking environment.
• Have an analytical mind and a keen eye for detail.
• Meticulous and great attention to detail.
• Able to lead a team of accounting staff.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.