Senior Executive, Financial Operation

ACCA Careers; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a Senior Executive in Financial Operation to manage financial operations and reporting, ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This role involves preparing financial reports, supporting budgeting and analysis, and enhancing financial governance. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance and 3 years of experience in a Big 4 audit firm. The position promises structured career growth and exposure to large-scale financing projects.

Benefits

ACCA Approved Employer (Gold) recognition

Structured career growth and mentorship opportunities

Exposure to mega project finance

Part of a multi-award-winning finance team

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Big 4 audit firm.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze financial statements according to MFRS/IFRS.
• Support management reports and financial data consolidation.
• Review annual budgets and conduct variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with financial reporting requirements.
• Coordinate with auditors and stakeholders for timely obligations.

Skills

Strong knowledge of accounting standards (MFRS/IFRS)

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Excellent analytical skills

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Summary

The Senior Executive, Financial Operation will play a key role in managing the financial operations and reporting activities of the company. This position is responsible for preparing accurate and timely financial and management reports, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting key finance functions such as budget preparation, analysis, and monitoring, Sukuk programme reporting, loan management, and investment tracking.

The role provides an excellent opportunity to gain in-depth exposure to large-scale infrastructure financing and structured Sukuk programmes under Malaysia’s flagship East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project. The Executive will also contribute to strengthening financial governance, enhancing reporting efficiency, and supporting the continuous improvement and digitalisation initiatives within the finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with MFRS/IFRS.
• Support the preparation of management reports, variance analysis, and consolidation of financial data.
• Review and monitoring of annual budgets, including variance and trend analysis to support management decision-making.
• Track budget utilization and provide regular updates on financial performance against approved budgets and forecasts.
• Involved in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and internal financial reporting requirements.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax agents, and other stakeholders to ensure timely completion of statutory obligations.
• Maintain and update financial records to support audit, compliance, and management reporting.
• Support Sukuk programme reporting, loan disbursement tracking, and investment monitoring activities.
• Participate in process improvement, financial digitalisation, and other transformation initiatives within the finance function to enhance operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Big 4 audit firm.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards (MFRS/IFRS) and financial reporting principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting or ERP systems is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• A team player with a proactive and learning mindset.

What You’ll Gain

• ACCA Approved Employer (Gold) recognition.
• Structured career growth and mentorship opportunities.
• Exposure to mega project finance, Sukuk reporting, and ESG-linked financial operations.
• Opportunity to be part of a multi-award-winning finance team recognized in Islamic Finance, Sukuk, and Project Finance.