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Financial Controller

Ambition

Selangor

On-site

MYR 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

Yesterday
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Job summary

A prominent technology solutions provider in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead the finance function. The role involves overseeing financial reporting, compliance, and strategic finance within a project-based environment. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, coupled with professional accounting qualifications. The position demands a minimum of 8-12 years in finance, with a focus on leadership and compliance. This opportunity provides a chance to significantly impact business growth through financial insights.

Benefits

Referral scheme with vouchers
Performance-based incentives

Qualifications

  • Minimum 8-12 years of progressive experience in finance.
  • At least 5 years in leadership roles.
  • Strong background in revenue recognition standards.

Responsibilities

  • Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial closing and reporting.
  • Oversee statutory reporting, audit, tax, and regulatory compliance.
  • Develop and lead annual budgeting and forecasting.

Skills

Leadership
Financial reporting
Strategic finance
Internal controls
Budgeting
Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CA(M))
Job description
About our Client

This company is a well-established, publicly listed technology solutions provider in Malaysia. They are looking for an experienced Financial Controller to lead the finance function. This role will be overseeing financial reportings, controls, compliance and strategic finance within a project based environment.

Responsibilities
  • Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial closing and reporting.
  • Oversee statutory reporting, audit, tax, and regulatory compliance.
  • Strengthen internal controls, governance, and financial processes.
  • Develop and lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis for the business.
  • Provide financial insights to support strategic decision-making and business growth.
  • Manage and develop the finance team to ensure high performance and continuous improvement.
  • Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, and stakeholders.
Skills And Experience Required
  • Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • Professional accounting qualification (eg., CPA, ACCA, CA(M) or equivalent).
  • Minimum 8-12 years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 5 years in leadership roles.
  • Strong background in revenue recognition standards.
  • Experience in a listed company, technology, or project-based environment is an added advantage.
  • Hands-on, detail-oriented, and commercially minded.

To apply, please click "APPLY NOW" or email Shen Ju at shenju.quah@ambition.com.my. Data provided is for recruitment purposes only.

Due to the volume of applications received, we regret to inform you that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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