Management Trainee (Strategic Finance)

TSM GLOBAL BERHAD; Selangor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance company in Malaysia is offering a 12-month Management Trainee Programme for high-potential graduates to gain hands-on experience in strategic finance. The role includes participation in cross-functional projects, conducting market research, financial modeling, and preparing management presentations. Ideal candidates should hold a relevant Bachelor's degree and possess strong analytical and teamwork skills. Exceptional individuals will be considered for a permanent role within the company after program completion.

Qualifications

• Fresh graduates or candidates with up to 1 year of relevant experience, including internships.
• Strong academic performance with active involvement in extracurricular activities.
• Comfortable working with data, numbers, and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Participate in cross-functional projects and support strategic finance initiatives.
• Conduct market and industry research to identify opportunities.
• Assist in building and maintaining financial models.
• Support preparation of data-driven presentations for management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Teamwork skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Law, or related discipline

Job description

Management Trainee – Group Strategic Finance (12-Month Programme)

TSM Global Berhad invites high-potential graduates to join our 12-month Management Trainee Programme. This development programme provides hands‑on exposure to group‑level strategic finance initiatives, including budgeting, financial analysis, market research, M&A support, and business performance improvement. The programme is designed to develop future leaders with strong commercial and analytical capabilities within the Group.

Upon successful completion, you will be offered a permanent role within the Group, aligned with your strengths and business needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Cross‑Functional & Strategic Support

• Participate in cross-functional projects such as cost optimization, automation, and digital finance initiatives.
• Contribute to annual budgeting, long‑term planning, and monthly performance dashboards.
• Analyze cost structures, revenue drivers, and profitability trends to identify improvement opportunities.
• Support M&A‑related activities, including analysis and documentation.
• Assist in preparing government incentive and grant applications, including compliance tracking.
• Collaborate with finance, tax, and commercial teams to integrate tax strategies into business planning.

2. Market Research & Business Intelligence

• Conduct market and industry research using reputable and authoritative sources.
• Identify opportunities for tax‑efficient structures, incentives, and grants to enhance profitability and cash flow.
• Translate research findings into clear, actionable insights for senior stakeholders.

3. Financial Analysis & Modelling

• Assist in building and maintaining financial models for budgeting, forecasting, and scenario analysis.
• Support valuation and investment feasibility studies by preparing inputs and documenting assumptions.

4. Reporting & Presentations

• Support the preparation of data‑driven presentations for management reviews and board‑level discussions.
• Document methodologies, results, and lessons learned, and present recommendations with guidance and coaching.

5. Other Responsibilities

• Undertake additional tasks and projects as assigned by management.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Law, or a related quantitative discipline (e.g. Engineering, IT) from a reputable institution.
• Strong academic performance with active involvement in extracurricular activities.
• Fresh graduates or candidates with up to 1 year of relevant experience, including internships.
• Analytical, curious, and eager to learn with strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Comfortable working with data, numbers, and presentations.