Head of Finance and Accounts

Nippon Express (M) Sdn Bhd; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in Malaysia is seeking an experienced finance professional to lead end-to-end accounting and financial reporting activities. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in accounting and 10–15 years of relevant experience, including a minimum of 5 years in a senior finance role. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, leading budgeting processes, and developing the finance team. Competitive salary and prospects for professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of relevant finance and accounting experience.
• Minimum 5-10 years in a senior finance role.
• Strong exposure to statutory reporting, audit, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end accounting and financial reporting activities.
• Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and tax requirements.
• Establish and maintain effective internal controls and financial procedures.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and banking matters.

Skills

Strong technical accounting knowledge

Solid understanding of local statutory and tax requirements

Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills

High integrity and attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

Professional qualification (ACCA / CPA / CA / CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

Oversee end-to-end accounting and financial reporting activities

Ensure timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing

Prepare and review statutory financial statements in compliance with applicable accounting standards

Ensure accuracy of balance sheet reconciliations and management reports

Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis

Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes

Monitor financial performance and provide variance analysis

Support management with financial insights and cost control initiatives

Compliance, Audit & Tax

Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and tax requirements

Manage external audits and liaise with auditors and tax advisors

Ensure timely submission of tax filings and statutory returns

Address audit findings and implement corrective actions

Internal Controls & Governance

Establish and maintain effective internal controls and financial procedures

Ensure adherence to approval limits and company policies

Identify financial risks and recommend mitigation measures

Cash Flow & Treasury

Monitor cash flow, working capital, and banking matters

Oversee payment processes, collections, and bank reconciliations

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

Lead and develop the finance & accounts team

Act as the key finance contact for management and external stakeholders

Drive continuous improvement and efficiency within the finance function

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

Professional qualification preferred (ACCA / CPA / CA / CIMA or equivalent)

Experience

10–15 years of relevant finance and accounting experience

Minimum 5-10 years in a senior finance role (Senior Manager / Head of Finance / DGM-equivalent)

Strong exposure to statutory reporting, audit, and compliance

MNC or structured corporate experience preferred

Skills

Strong technical accounting knowledge

Solid understanding of local statutory and tax requirements

Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills

High integrity, ownership mindset, and attention to detail

Unlock job insights

Your application will include the following questions:

• 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 Head of Finance?
• How many years of taxation experience do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have with forecasting for businesses?
• How many years' experience do you have as a finance manager?