Group Chief Financial Officer

Adecco; Selangor; On-site; MYR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established local conglomerate is seeking a CFO to lead its financial functions and support strategic initiatives. The role involves a critical focus on financial excellence, ensuring compliance, and preparing insights for senior leadership. The successful candidate will bring extensive experience in finance and proven leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years relevant experience in finance with leadership duties.
• Strong skills in financial data interpretation and strategic decision-making.
• Ability to lead a finance team and engage with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee core finance functions including accounting and payroll.
• Deliver financial modelling and performance analysis for business evaluations.
• Enhance internal controls and support governance around investments.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Leadership

Financial analysis

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline

CPA, ACCA, or MBA

Job description

About Our Client

We are representing a well-established local conglomerate in search of a CFO to support its continued growth. This leadership role plays a critical part in driving financial excellence and strategic business partnering, with a strong emphasis on investment analysis and commercial insight. The client is seeking to go public listed in the near future.

Job Description

• Oversee core finance functions including transactional accounting, payroll, and month-end close, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance
• Deliver financial modelling and performance analysis to evaluate business cases, investment viability, and profitability improvement opportunities
• Work closely with functional heads and operational teams to embed financial accountability, guide budgeting processes, and support strategic initiatives through informed decision-making
• Enhance internal controls, oversee financial risk assessments, and support governance around capital allocation and investment decisions
• Stay abreast of regulatory developments and market dynamics to proactively assess impact on business operations and advise senior leadership
• Lead and develop a capable finance team, promoting a high-performance and collaborative culture
• Prepare detailed financial updates and dashboards for senior executives and relevant external parties, including board-level insights and investment summaries
• Represent the finance function in dealings with auditors, banks, and external advisors, ensuring transparency and alignment

The Successful Applicant

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline; professional qualifications such as CPA. ACCA or MBA would be an advantage
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, including demonstrated leadership in finance and experience in business partnering
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to interpret financial data and contribute to strategic business decisions
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles, corporate finance practices, and regulatory compliance
• Proven ability to lead teams and collaborate effectively across functions
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders