Head of Finance

HYRED; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

HYRED is seeking a Head of Finance to oversee financial operations across multiple countries, driving strategic decision‑making and ensuring compliance with local and international regulations. You will lead budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and reporting, build internal controls, and develop financing strategies to support growth while mentoring the finance team.

Reporting to the leadership team, you will collaborate with cross‑functional partners to translate data into actionable

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Professional certification (ACCA, CIMA, CPA) preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and taxation laws.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing financial strategies to drive business growth.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate team members.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.
• Proficiency in financial management software and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies to support business objectives and ensure financial health.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Analyse financial data and provide insights to inform strategic decisions.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial statements and reports.
• Ensure compliance with taxation laws and regulations in all relevant jurisdictions.
• Establish and maintain internal controls to mitigate financial risks.
• Monitor changes in regulatory requirements and adjust policies and procedures accordingly.
• Lead audits and liaise with auditors to ensure compliance and address any findings.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.
• Develop and mentor team members to enhance their skills and capabilities.
• Delegate tasks effectively and manage workload to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial objectives with overall business goals.
• Partner with the executive team to develop long-term financial strategies and plans.
• Conduct financial analysis to evaluate investment opportunities and potential risks.
• Identify areas for cost optimization and efficiency improvement.
• Support the development and execution of strategic initiatives to drive business growth.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including investors, lenders, and regulatory authorities.
• Communicate financial performance and forecasts effectively to stakeholders.
• Represent the finance function in meetings and discussions with key decision-makers.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Financial planning

Budgeting

Tax compliance

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

Professional certification (ACCA/CIMA/CPA) preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Our client is a leading agency that specialises in crafting and executing GWP campaigns from

inception, ensuring alignment with clients' brand stories. With a profound understanding of brand positioning and story, they ensure that even the GWP strengthens the brand narrative. Innovation, creativity, and excellence are core values embedded in every aspect of their operations.

About the Role:

As the Head of Finance, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing financial operations and ensuring compliance across multiple countries. Reporting directly to the leadership team, you will lead finance initiatives, driving strategic decision-making and contributing to the company's growth trajectory.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement financial strategies to support business objectives and ensure financial health.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Analyse financial data and provide insights to inform strategic decisions.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial statements and reports.

Compliance and Risk Management:

• Ensure compliance with taxation laws and regulations in all relevant jurisdictions.
• Establish and maintain internal controls to mitigate financial risks.
• Monitor changes in regulatory requirements and adjust policies and procedures accordingly.
• Lead audits and liaise with auditors to ensure compliance and address any findings.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Provide leadership and guidance to the finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.
• Develop and mentor team members to enhance their skills and capabilities.
• Delegate tasks effectively and manage workload to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial objectives with overall business goals.

Strategic Planning:

• Partner with the executive team to develop long-term financial strategies and plans.
• Conduct financial analysis to evaluate investment opportunities and potential risks.
• Identify areas for cost optimization and efficiency improvement.
• Support the development and execution of strategic initiatives to drive business growth.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including investors,
• lenders, and regulatory authorities.
• Communicate financial performance and forecasts effectively to stakeholders.
• Represent the finance function in meetings and discussions with key decision-makers.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Professional certification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, CPA) is preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and taxation laws.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing financial strategies to drive business growth.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate team members.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.
• Proficiency in financial management software and Microsoft Excel.