Financial Controller (Johor Bahru)

Randstad Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct engagement with MD

Systems migration & governance

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

Randstad Malaysia is partnering with a prominent property developer in Johor Bahru to recruit an experienced Finance Leader. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will own group financial reporting, SGX announcements, treasury management, and internal controls.

This leadership role demands a hands-on, technically strong accountant with listed company exposure in Singapore or Malaysia. You will oversee quarterly and annual reporting, manage cash and budgets, enhance internal controls, and drive

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting/Finance with professional qualification (CPA/ACCA) preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of finance experience with listed company exposure.
• Experience in real estate/property development or construction is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end consolidated financial reporting and ESG/corporate governance disclosures.
• Draft and release SGX/Bursa market announcements in compliance with regulations.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Budgeting

Excel Advanced

Education

Bachelor Degree

Job description

About the Role

We are partnering with a prominent property developer in Johor Bahru, to recruit an experienced and hands-on Finance Leader. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will take full ownership of group financial reporting, SGX announcements, treasury management, and internal controls. This is a strategic yet operational role suited for a strong technical accountant with prior exposure to listed company requirements in Singapore or Malaysia.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Governance: Lead the end-to-end preparation of quarterly, half-yearly, and annual consolidated financial statements, incorporating ESG and corporate governance reporting.

• Listing Compliance: Draft and release timely market announcements via SGXNet, ensuring full compliance with stock exchange regulations.

• FP&A & Treasury: Oversee cash flow management, treasury functions, and prepare robust quarterly budgets and financial forecasts for executive management meetings.

• Internal Controls & Systems: Enhance internal control frameworks in collaboration with internal auditors, and lead accounting system migration initiatives.

• Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, SGX sponsors, legal advisors, bankers, and regulatory bodies.

• Team Leadership: Mentor and support the finance team on day-to-day accounting operations and manage special ad-hoc projects.

Requirements

• Education & Professional Qualification: Degree in Accounting/Finance, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification.

• Experience: Minimum 10 years of relevant finance experience, with proven track record in SGX or Bursa Malaysia listing compliance and group consolidation.

• Industry Focus: Prior experience in the real estate, property development, or construction sector is highly advantageous.

• Key Skills: Strong technical accounting proficiency, excellent analytical problem-solving, and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

• Attributes: Self-driven, hands-on, highly organized, and capable of working independently in a deadline-sensitive environment.

• Work Location: Based full-time in Johor Bahru, with flexibility for travel as required by management.

Benefits

• Direct engagement with executive leadership (Managing Director).

• Leadership opportunity driving systems migration and governance frameworks.

• Competitive remuneration package reflecting your expertise.

P.S. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

skills

Financial Reporting, Budgeting, Experience in Property/Construction industry

qualifications

Bachelor Degree

education

Bachelor Degree