Group Finance / Accounting Manager | Up to RM25k+ | Mandarin Speaker

Eternity Recruitment; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Group Finance / Accounting Manager to oversee group-level finance operations across Asia. This role offers significant responsibilities and rewards, ideal for candidates looking for career growth. Suitable for professionals with strong accounting expertise and experience in managing multiple entities in regulated environments. The position includes a competitive salary of up to RM25k+, annual leave, travel allowance, and opportunities for regional exposure and career advancement.

Benefits

22 days annual leave

Travel allowance (minimum RM150/day)

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of finance experience in a relevant role.
• Experience in group reporting and consolidation.
• Knowledge of handling sensitive/regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Establish group accounting policies and internal controls.
• Oversee full accounting cycle and financial reporting.
• Manage group consolidation and budgets.

Skills

Hands-on full set of accounts experience

Multiple entity handling experience

Ability to work independently

Strong IFRS / GAAP knowledge

Advanced Excel and financial modelling

Strategic mindset with strong analytical ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA / ACCA / equivalent qualification

Tools

ERP/accounting systems

Job description

Group Finance / Accounting Manager | Up to RM25k+ | Mandarin Speaker

📍 Bangsar South / KL Eco City | Mon–Fri (Onsite)
💰 Up to RM25k+ (Based on Capability & Impact)
🌏 Regional Exposure | High Responsibility | High Trust Role

Overview

A fast-growing technology group focused on software development, operating under a decentralized, multi-entity model across Asia. This role manages group-level finance operations, supporting business expansion and strategic decision-making.

You will act as an independent Group Finance Manager, leading a regional finance team of 3–4 direct reports and overseeing multi-entity accounts, governance, and financial performance across jurisdictions.

Designed for a high-performing finance leader seeking ownership, authority, and career growth, this role offers high responsibility, competitive rewards, and long-term progression.

Role Overview

As Group Finance / Accounting Manager, you will take end-to-end ownership of the Group’s financial framework — from hands-on full sets of accounts to group consolidation, reporting analytics, governance, and expansion support.

This role is open to:

Experienced Group Finance Managers, or

Strong Finance Managers without prior group title but with proven multiple-entity handling experience and readiness to step up.

Key Responsibilities

Establish, document, and enforce group accounting policies, SOPs, and internal controls

Oversee full accounting cycle: month-end, year-end, consolidation, intercompany, audit readiness

Manage group consolidation and multi-entity financial reporting

Develop budgets, forecasts, cash flow, working capital, and scenario models

Oversee treasury, intercompany funding, liquidity, and risk exposure

Liaise with auditors, tax advisors, regulators, banks, and external stakeholders

Lead and mentor regional finance teams, ensuring confidentiality and governance

Provide financial insights to support expansion, market entry, and strategic initiatives

Ensure strict compliance with IFRS / local GAAP, tax, and regulatory requirements

Maintain high confidentiality and integrity, especially within a sensitive / regulated industry

Reporting & Stakeholder Management

Direct reporting to Finance Director / CFO

Act as key finance representative to:

• External auditors & regulators
• Internal business and operational leaders

Candidate Profile

Core Requirements

Strong hands-on full set of accounts experience (mandatory)

Proven experience handling multiple entities (group title not compulsory)

Comfortable working in a highly sensitive / regulated industry environment

Able to work independently, manage priorities, and handle confidential data

Willing to travel locally and overseas (25–50%)

Experience & Skills

8–12 years (flexible for strong candidates)

Group reporting, consolidation, and multi-entity exposure

Strong IFRS / GAAP knowledge

Advanced Excel, financial modelling, ERP/accounting systems

Strategic mindset with strong analytical ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA / ACCA / equivalent professional qualification strongly preferred.

Strong experience can substitute formal qualifications

What’s Offered

Salary up to RM25k+ (based on experience & capability)

22 days annual leave

Travel allowance (minimum RM150/day, based on region)

Regional exposure across Asia

Career progression into Group-level leadership

Also Suitable for Candidates From Roles Such As

Finance Manager, Group Accountant, Senior Finance Manager, Accounting Manager, Regional Finance Lead, or Finance Controller with exposure to multi-entity or cross-border operations.

Ideal for Candidates With Experience In

Group accounting and multi-entity financial management

Technology, IT solutions, software, or similar fast-scaling industries

Regulated or high-confidentiality business environments

Regional operations involving consolidation, intercompany, and compliance

ER Ref No: 011