Manager, Finance

Manager, Finance; Petaling Jaya; On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the FMCG sector is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee accounting and financial operations. The role involves ensuring compliance with international standards, managing financial forecasts, and developing the finance team. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience and professional qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years' experience in FMCG industry.
• At least 2 years' experience in corporate finance.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall accounting and financial matters.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Oversee financial forecasts and working capital management.
• Review the Annual Budget and manage all tax matters.

Skills

Financial analysis

Accounting compliance

Budgeting

Team leadership

Tax management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accountancy

Professional accountancy membership (ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW)

Job description

We value our people and encourage everyone to grow professionally. If you think this opportunity is right for you, we encourage you to apply!

Job Description:

Job Specification

To manage and supervise the overall accounting and financial matters, including finalization of management reports and statutory financial statements that are in strict compliance with the International accounting standards and SD Guthrie Berhad policies.

To ensure timely and high-quality submissions to Group Finance, including financial analytics, monthly and quarterly financial and management reports.

To manage and monitor financial forecasts to ensure financial targets are achieved.

To effectively manage working capital and funding requirements, including optimizing purchases, inventories, monitoring debtor aging for timely collections, and proper planning and forecasting. This also involves reviewing customer credit assessments.

To perform treasury functions, including liaising with bankers on banking facilities, foreign exchange and money market transactions, letters of credit, and other banking matters in consultation with Group Treasury Finance. Managing exchange exposure and hedging in accordance with company policies.

To review the Annual Budget, including participating in challenge sessions with the business to support assumptions underlying the budget.

To work closely with external auditors, review audit reports, and address internal control matters prior to finalization.

To manage all tax matters, ensuring tax efficiencies and effective management of tax risks.

To review and improve internal controls, corporate governance processes, and ensure adherence to SD Guthrie Berhad Group Finance Policies, Procedures, and Limits of Authority (LOA).

To support business decisions through in-depth analysis of financial and operational performance, including product costing and margin reviews to ensure accuracy for optimal product mix decisions.

To review and manage insurance policies, ensuring cost-effective coverage, maximizing claims, and expediting claims processing.

To actively participate in the Tender Committee, ensuring adherence to tender processes and policies, and managing price negotiations effectively.

To develop and uplift the finance team through training and coaching to enhance competencies and performance.

Job Requirements

Preferably a bachelor's degree in accountancy.

Possess professional accountancy membership (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW) is preferred.

Minimum of 8 years' experience in the FMCG industry is preferred.

Experience in working with MNCs is an added advantage.

At least 2 years' experience in corporate finance is preferred.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. To apply, submit your resume and cover letter outlining your interest in this role.

About Us

SD Guthrie International (SDGI) produces edible oils, palm oil-based biodiesel, nutraceuticals, and other palm oil derivatives for the global market. Driven by the philosophy of “Realising possibilities, together,” SDGI collaborates closely with customers to develop bespoke solutions, including refined oils and fats tailored to their needs.

SDGI owns and manages 11 refineries with a total capacity of 4 million MT per year, four kernel crushing plants with a capacity of 465,000 MT annually, a biodiesel plant with a capacity of 120,000 MT per annum, a soya crushing plant with 132,000 MT capacity, and two copra mills in Papua New Guinea with a combined capacity of 42,000 MT.

At SDGI, we are committed to partnerships focused on your success, exploring every possibility to deliver the right solutions and identify new opportunities. We aim for a future where we achieve the best results together. With a global footprint and extensive network, SDGI offers a rewarding career path for dynamic and vibrant young talents. Join us on an exciting journey to create quality products and promote sustainable living for consumers.