Financial Controller

Everlantern; Ipoh; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recycling and manufacturing company in Malaysia is looking for an experienced Financial Controller to oversee financial operations and reporting. The role includes preparing consolidated statements, managing budgets and cash flows, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree, several years of relevant experience, and strong analytical skills. The company offers a supportive environment focused on growth and workplace inclusivity.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Career advancement opportunities

Wellness initiatives

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in finance or accounting roles including financial reporting and management.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP or IFRS.
• Proficiency in spreadsheet analysis and financial modeling.

Responsibilities

• Prepare consolidated financial statements.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing.
• Lead annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Monitor group cash flow and working capital.
• Standardize accounting policies and strengthen internal controls.

Skills

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field

MBA or professional certification (CPA, CFA)

Tools

Financial software systems

Job description

EverLantern Group is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join their team in Perak. As the Financial Controller, you will play a critical role in overseeing the financial operations and reporting for the Group. This full-time position is an excellent opportunity for a talented individual to make a significant impact on the organisation's financial success.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare consolidated financial statements for the group, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing for the parent company and subsidiaries.
• Review and monitor intercompany transactions, balances, and reconciliations.
• Ensure statutory reporting and regulatory compliance across all entities.
• Act as the main liaison with external auditors, tax agents, and regulators for group-level audits and filings.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis

• Lead the preparation of annual budgets and rolling forecasts for the group and subsidiaries.
• Consolidate and review business unit budgets, ensuring alignment with group strategy.
• Provide management with financial analysis, KPIs, variance reports, and recommendations.
• Support management in investment evaluations, capital expenditure proposals, and long‑term financial planning.

Cash Flow & Treasury

• Monitor group cash flow, working capital, and funding requirements.
• Oversee subsidiary cash flow planning and ensure adequate liquidity across the group.
• Manage relationships with banks and financial institutions for group financing needs.
• Optimize intercompany fund transfers, dividends, and capital injections.

Internal Controls & Governance

• Standardize accounting policies, procedures, and reporting across subsidiaries.
• Strengthen internal controls and ensure risk management practices are in place.
• Ensure compliance with local statutory requirements for each subsidiary.
• Implement systems and processes for efficiency and accuracy across entities.
• Supervise accounting teams in the parent company and oversee finance staff in subsidiaries.
• Provide training, mentoring, and guidance to ensure consistent standards.
• Foster collaboration between group and subsidiary finance teams.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is usually required. Some organizations may prefer candidates with a master’s degree in business administration (MBA) or a professional certification such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA).
• Several years of relevant experience in finance or accounting roles, including experience in financial reporting, analysis, and management.
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), depending on the jurisdiction.
• Proficiency in financial software systems, spreadsheet analysis, and financial modeling.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to interpret financial data and provide meaningful insights.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Strong leadership and management skills to lead and develop the accounting team.

At EverLantern Group, we provide a supportive and dynamic work environment that fosters personal and professional growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive remuneration, opportunities for career advancement, and a range of wellness initiatives to support your wellbeing. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

About us

EverLantern is now entering an extremely exciting phase of growth to transform our Company into becoming one of the top Recycling and Manufacturing Company in Malaysia and we are striving to transform our existing Multi Material business to a fully integrated recycling solutions provider that encompasses multi‑material trading & manufacturing, waste management, refurbished products trading and an online recycling platform.

As EverLantern , so do our People; we strongly believe that everyone is equally important, and their contribution is critical regardless of his or her position. Outstanding growth opportunities await our team members who put in the best efforts in their work. We are a leading manufacturer of plastic resins in Perak region and our team of experienced professionals is committed to fostering a collaborative and customer‑centric culture, and we take pride in our commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.

If you are a highly motivated and experienced Finance Manager, we encourage you to apply for this role. Please submit your CV and cover letter to ****@everlantern.com to be considered for this exciting opportunity.