Manager, Finance

FFM Berhad; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading flour milling company in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Finance Manager. This role involves overseeing financial operations, managing monthly and annual closing activities, and leading the finance and accounting team. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting, professional qualifications like ACCA or CPA, and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial systems are essential. The position promotes a collaborative team environment and adherence to the company's values.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounting process enhancement.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, with at least 2 in a supervisory role.
• Solid knowledge of accounting standards and financial regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the company's financial operations and ensure accurate reporting.
• Manage monthly and annual closing activities.
• Lead the preparation of the annual budget and financial forecasts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, CIMA)

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems

Job description

FFM Berhad (FFM) was founded in 1962 and began milling wheat flour in 1966. Today, it is Malaysia's largest flour miller, with operations in Vietnam (via its subsidiaries) and in Thailand and China (via its associates). With continuing efforts to broaden its earning base, the FFM Group is now a major player in animal feed manufacturing, the marketing and distribution of international and local consumer products, the poultry business, food processing, industrial bakery and grain trading. The bakery business is operated by The Italian Baker Sdn. Bhd. under the name 'Massimo'.

FFM Berhad Locations: Sungai Buloh and Puncak Alam

The Finance Manager will oversee the company's financial operations, ensure accurate reporting, and support strategic decision‑making. This role is responsible for leading the finance and accounting team, managing monthly and annual closing activities, budgeting, tax compliance, and coordinating external audits. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, analytical, and capable of driving continuous improvements in financial processes.

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Month‑End Closing

Lead and manage monthly account closing activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. Review and analyse monthly financial statements, variance reports, and account reconciliations. Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and internal policies.

Budgeting and Forecasting

Lead the preparation of the annual budget and periodic financial forecasts. Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior management for strategic planning. Monitor budget performance and highlight key variances.

Others

Oversee corporate tax matters and liaise with tax agent to ensure timely submission of tax returns and payments. Coordinate with external auditors for year‑end audit activities, including preparation of audit schedules, resolving audit queries and ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements. Strengthen internal controls and recommend process improvement. Support management with financial analysis for decision making. Serve as a role model and advocate for the company's culture and values both internally and externally. All employees are expected to demonstrate flexibility in delivering their work, proactively contributing to team goals as well as overall business goals, and working collaboratively across all levels. You may be required to undertake duties not explicitly mentioned in the job description that are consistent with your role. Support ad‑hoc projects and provide expertise as needed.

Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field. Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CIMA, or equivalent is highly preferred. Proven experience in accounting process enhancement and accounts receivable management. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role. Solid knowledge of accounting standards and financial regulations. Proficiency in financial systems and MS Excel; experience with ERP systems is an added advantage.

Competencies

Problem‑solving: Identify issues and develop effective solutions.
Time management: Prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Leadership: Guide and mentor accounting staff.
Integrity & professionalism: Strong ethical standards and commitment to confidentiality.
Accountability: Take proactive actions to achieve results with dedication to follow through on commitments.
Stakeholder focus: Understand and prioritise stakeholders' needs to improve service delivery.
Strategic thinking: Develop plans in response to market shifts and align actions with organization’s vision and mission.
Culture building: Nurture a learning organisation and promote continuous improvement.
Adaptability: Respond quickly and decisively to internal and external changes.