GROUP CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Private Advertiser; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent retail company is seeking a Group CFO to enhance its regional finance capabilities. In this pivotal role, you will oversee financial operations across multiple countries, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and driving strategic initiatives that optimize profitability. The ideal candidate will possess at least 15–20 years of finance leadership experience, with a strong background in public-listed firms. Digital transformation, strategic financial leadership, and stakeholder management are critical skills needed for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15–20 years of finance leadership experience, with 5 years at CFO level.
• Experience managing multi-country operations, ideally in public-listed firms.
• Strong knowledge of Bursa Malaysia Listing Requirements and corporate governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy and long-term planning for regional expansion.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting and ensure compliance in financial reporting.
• Manage treasury functions and develop capital structure strategies.
• Ensure risk management frameworks are in place for compliance.
• Lead Investor Relations and communication with stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

Strong command of IFRS/MFRS

Regional stakeholder management

Treasury and capital markets expertise

M&A and deal structuring

Business acumen

Leadership and management

Digital finance transformation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field

Professional qualification: CPA, ACCA, ICAEW, or equivalent

Job description

Join a leading retailer and expanding public‑listed group as our Group CFO, where you will play a pivotal role in transforming and elevating our regional finance capabilities. You will oversee multi‑country financial operations, and drive initiatives that enhance profitability and shareholder value.

Job Responsibilities

1] Strategic Leadership & Financial Planning

Lead the Group’s financial strategy, capital allocation, and long‑term financial planning to support regional expansion.

Drive annual budgeting, mid‑term business planning, and reforecasting processes for all SEA and other region entities.

Provide financial insights to the CEO and Board to support strategic decision‑making, M&A activities, and new market entries.

Drive digital transformation and finance process automation across the region.

Oversee Group financial reporting in compliance with MFRS/IFRS, Bursa Malaysia listing requirements, Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) regulations, and relevant SEA and other region regulations.

Ensure timely preparation of quarterly announcements, annual reports, and consolidated accounts.

Implement robust financial closing processes and internal controls across all countries.

Manage intercompany transactions, transfer pricing, and regional financial consolidation.

3] Treasury, Funding & Capital Structure

Lead Group treasury functions, including cash management, banking relationships, liquidity planning, and foreign exchange exposure management.

Develop capital structure strategies (debt vs equity), including fundraising, credit facilities, and investor engagements.

Evaluate investment decisions, major capex projects, and financing proposals across SEA and other region operations.

4] Governance, Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure strong internal controls, risk management frameworks, and compliance with corporate governance standards for public listed entities.

Oversee tax planning and compliance for all SEA and other region jurisdictions.

Work closely with internal and external auditors to address audit issues and regulatory reviews.

Strengthen enterprise risk frameworks, including anti‑corruption, AML/CFT, and internal audit oversight.

5] Investor Relations & Stakeholder Management

Lead Investor Relations (IR) strategy, including communication with shareholders, analysts, fund managers, and regulators.

Support the Board Audit Committee and provide updates during Board and Committee meetings.

Prepare investor decks, AGM materials, and corporate presentations.

6] Regional Finance Leadership (SEA)

Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to Country Finance Leads across SEA and other region.

Standardize financial policies, SOPs, chart of accounts, and reporting frameworks across all countries.

Drive regional shared services or finance transformation initiatives (if applicable).

Ensure adaptability to local tax laws, labour regulations, banking practices, and market conditions.

7] Business Performance & Operational Finance

Monitor business performance via KPIs, dashboards, margin analysis, and operational metrics.

Partner with commercial, supply chain, and operations teams to drive profitability and operational efficiencies.

Lead pricing reviews, cost optimization initiatives, and ROI evaluations for strategic projects.

Evaluate SEA and other regional market trends and risks affecting business performance.

Education & Qualifications

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.

Professional qualification: CPA, ACCA, ICAEW, or equivalent.

Minimum 15–20 years of progressive finance leadership experience, with at least 5 years at the CFO or regional finance head level, ideally in a public‑listed or large regional conglomerate.

Experience managing multi‑country operations (SEA and retail experience strongly preferred).

Strong knowledge of Bursa Malaysia Listing Requirements, SC guidelines, and corporate governance frameworks.

Proven track record in fundraising, investor relations, and capital market activities.

Required Skills & Competencies

Strategic financial leadership

Strong command of IFRS/MFRS and regulatory compliance

Regional stakeholder management

Treasury and capital markets expertise

M&A, due diligence, valuation, and deal structuring

Business acumen and commercial mindset

People, leadership, and cross‑cultural management

Digital finance transformation skills (ERP, automation, BI tools)

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Group Chief Financial Officer?
• Which of the following languages are you fluent in?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?