Financial Controller/ Finance Director (Manufacturing, Johor)

Talent Trader Group Pte Ltd; Kulai; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company located in Johor is seeking a Financial Controller/Finance Director to manage the full accounting cycle, prepare financial statements, and ensure compliance with all relevant standards. This role requires a qualified accountant with 8-12 years of experience in the manufacturing sector and strong leadership skills. The candidate will oversee the finance team, provide strategic financial insights, and collaborate with department heads. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply with their updated resumes.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of accounting experience, ideally in the manufacturing sector.
• Experience in leading and developing a high-performing finance team.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounting cycle including general ledger and payroll.
• Prepare financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Oversee the finance team and provide guidance to junior staff.
• Analyze financial data and recommend strategic improvements.
• Partner with departments for financial advice.

Skills

Strong technical accounting knowledge

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial modelling

Leadership

Commercial acumen

Education

Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or CPA)

Job description

Financial Controller/ Finance Director (Manufacturing, Johor)

Manage the full accounting cycle including general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, fixed assets and inventory.

Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, budgets, forecasts and other reports for management and external stakeholders.

Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards, tax regulations and internal control policies.

Oversee the finance team and provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff.

Analyze financial data to identify trends, optimize processes and recommend strategic improvements.

Partner with department heads to provide insightful financial advice and support business decision-making.

Liaise with auditors, bankers and other external parties as required.

Ad hoc duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or CPA) with strong technical accounting and tax knowledge.

At least 8‑12 years of accounting experience, ideally in the manufacturing sector.

Proficient in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling.

Experience in leading and developing a high‑performing finance team.

Strong commercial acumen and ability to provide strategic business insights.

Interested candidates who wish to apply for the advertised position, please kindly send in your updated resume to [emailprotected].

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