Manager, Finance (Southern Region)

Lam Soon Edible Oils Sdn Bhd; Malacca City; On-site; MYR 220,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Soon Edible Oils Sdn Bhd is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead Finance & Administration for the Southern Region, including offices and depots. You will oversee financial performance, cash flow, and internal controls, and provide strategic insights to head office and regional GM.

Responsibilities include timely financial reporting, working capital management, compliance with statutory requirements, and collaboration with sales and other functions to drive efficiency and cost

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in finance and accounting.
• Experience in managerial or supervisory roles.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow, credit control, taxation, and internal controls.
• Experience across multiple branches or regional offices; FMCG/manufacturing is advantageous.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Experience with Movex (M3) or similar ERP systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional finance and administration across the Southern Region.
• Ensure timely monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and internal controls.
• Manage credit control, cash flow, and working capital.
• Oversee inventory, assets, and insurance coverage.
• Provide financial insights to support strategic decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

ACCA/CPA/MICPA or equivalent

MIA membership

Tools

Movex (M3)

MS Excel

ERP systems

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Finance Manager to lead the Finance & Administration functions for our Southern Region operations.

In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing regional financial performance, ensuring strong financial controls, managing cash flow and working capital, and driving operational efficiency across the region.

You will work closely with the Regional General Manager and Head Office to provide financial insights, ensure regulatory compliance, and support effective business decision-making.

The Impact You'll Make:

Lead and oversee the day-to-day finance and administration operations across the Southern Region, including the regional office and depots.

Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly financial statements, management reports, operating expenses and financial analysis for submission to Head Office.

Ensure financial reporting complies with applicable accounting standards, tax regulations, statutory requirements and company policies.

Provide financial insights, recommendations and analysis to support management in strategic and operational decision-making.

2. Credit Control & Working Capital Management

Oversee accounts receivable and payable functions, ensuring effective credit management, timely collections and accurate payment processing.

Monitor debtors' ageing, overdue accounts, credit limits and credit insurance coverage, where applicable.

Work closely with the Sales team to resolve outstanding payments, disputed invoices and credit-related matters.

Manage regional cash flow, daily sales collections, bank reconciliations and timely remittance of funds to Head Office.

3. Inventory & Asset Management

Oversee inventory controls, including monthly stock counts, stock reconciliations and investigation of stock variances.

Monitor slow-moving and obsolete inventories, ensuring proper approval and documentation for stock adjustments or write-offs.

Ensure compliance with inventory management procedures, stock return policies and internal controls.

Safeguard regional assets through effective asset management practices and adequate insurance coverage.

4. Internal Controls, Compliance & Risk Management

Establish, implement and continuously improve financial controls, policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across regional operations.

Ensure compliance with company policies, financial reporting standards and relevant statutory and regulatory requirements.

Monitor financial processes and ERP system controls to ensure accuracy, efficiency and compliance.

Identify potential financial and operational risks and recommend appropriate corrective actions.

Oversee regional insurance matters and security-related controls to safeguard company assets.

5. Administration, HR & Operational Support

Oversee regional administration, payroll and HR-related matters, ensuring compliance with applicable employment laws and statutory requirements.

Provide financial and administrative guidance to the Regional General Manager on operational and business matters.

Review and monitor Advertising & Promotion (A&P) claims made on behalf of agency principals, ensuring accurate and timely submission for reimbursement.

Lead, coach and develop the regional Finance & Administration team to drive performance, accountability and continuous improvement.

Collaborate with Head Office and cross-functional teams to support regional business objectives.

Undertake other responsibilities as assigned by management.

What We're Looking For:

Education & Professional Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.

Professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CPA, MICPA or equivalent.

Membership with the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA).

Experience & Technical Skills

Minimum 10 years of relevant working experience in finance and accounting, preferably with experience in a managerial or supervisory capacity.

Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, credit control, taxation and internal controls.

Experience in managing finance operations across multiple branches, depots or regional offices would be an added advantage.

Experience in manufacturing, FMCG, distribution or trading industries would be advantageous.

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Familiarity with Movex (M3) or other ERP systems would be an added advantage.

Strong leadership and people management capabilities.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

High level of integrity, accountability and attention to detail.

Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with various stakeholders.

Self-motivated, proactive and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results within tight deadlines.

Lam Soon is a household name in South East Asia, known for its quality products and strong brand management skills. With strong brands and extensive sales & distribution network, it is recognized as a major Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) player. From its beginnings, it has grown steadily over the years and today, it has operations in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam.

Lam Soon Group business activities comprise of plantation/milling, refining of cooking oil to the manufacturing of margarine, specialty fats, soap and detergent and olechemicals. Our products are manufactured to the highest international standards including ISO 9002, ISO 14001, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) and HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) awarded to its factories in Malaysia and Thailand. Besides our own brands, Lam Soon also provides contract manufacturing services, especially for soap.

Through its many FMCG brands, Lam Soon has cultivated a brand identity that focuses on such characteristics as integrity, trustworthiness, friendliness and approachability. We are continuously rejuvenating our brand portfolio and introducing new line extensions of the highest quality and attractive packaging design in response to evolving consumer trends.

As part of our commitment to progress and business growth, we would like to invite mature, highly motivated, committed and results-oriented professionals to join us.

Lam Soon is a household name in South East Asia, known for its quality products and strong brand management skills. With strong brands and extensive sales & distribution network, it is recognized as a major Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) player. From its beginnings, it has grown steadily over the years and today, it has operations in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam.

Lam Soon Group business activities comprise of plantation/milling, refining of cooking oil to the manufacturing of margarine, specialty fats, soap and detergent and olechemicals. Our products are manufactured to the highest international standards including ISO 9002, ISO 14001, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) and HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) awarded to its factories in Malaysia and Thailand. Besides our own brands, Lam Soon also provides contract manufacturing services, especially for soap.

Through its many FMCG brands, Lam Soon has cultivated a brand identity that focuses on such characteristics as integrity, trustworthiness, friendliness and approachability. We are continuously rejuvenating our brand portfolio and introducing new line extensions of the highest quality and attractive packaging design in response to evolving consumer trends.

As part of our commitment to progress and business growth, we would like to invite mature, highly motivated, committed and results-oriented professionals to join us.

Perks and benefits Generous bonus payout Comprehensive medical & insurance benefits Monthly free company products Bursary/Education support for staff and children Staff purchase Long service awards Learning & Development And more to come....