Senior Finance Executive

Raffles K12 Sdn Bhd; Iskandar Puteri; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Raffles American School in Malaysia is seeking a Senior Finance Executive to oversee financial operations, improve reporting accuracy, and support budgeting with the Finance Manager and HQ. The role emphasizes statutory compliance and robust internal controls in an education environment.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's in accounting/finance (ACCA/CPA preferred) with at least 3 years in financial management, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in accounting software and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; ACCA/CPA preferred.
• Minimum 3 years in a similar financial management role, preferably in education.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations, reporting standards, and internal controls.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review full set of accounts and financial reports for submission to Finance Manager and HQ.
• Prepare monthly cash flow projections and revise annual tax estimations.
• Update marketing and budgeting figures in coordination with relevant departments.
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of the yearly tax return.
• Oversee year-end statutory audit process and manage annual returns with company secretary.
• Verify POs, PVs, and CERs prior to approvals.
• Maintain robust internal control systems and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Manage and report on the financials of related dormant companies.
• Perform other finance-related tasks as required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Finance Executive to oversee and manage the financial operations of our organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, statutory compliance, and maintaining strong internal controls. This role requires close coordination with Finance Manager to ensure smooth financial operations and compliance with all relevant regulations.

Prepare and review the full set of accounts and financial reports to ensure accuracy and timely submission to Finance Manager and Head Office (HQ).

Prepare monthly cash flow projections and revise annual tax estimations as needed.

Update MREL marketing and budgeting figures in coordination with relevant departments.

Ensure accurate and timely submission of the company's yearly tax return.

Oversee the year-end statutory audit process, and manage the submission of annual returns and other corporate matters with the company secretary.

Verify Purchase Orders (POs), Payment Vouchers (PVs), and Capital Expenditure Requests (CERs) prior to submission for Finance Manager and Head Office (HQ) approvals.

Maintain robust internal control systems, uphold financial reporting standards, and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Manage and report on the financials of related dormant companies.

Perform other finance-related tasks and responsibilities as required

Qualifications & Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; professional certification (e.g., ACCA, CPA) is preferred.

Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar financial management role and preferably in education industry.

Strong understanding of financial regulations, reporting standards, and internal control systems.

Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following accounting software are you experienced with?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Finance Executive?

Raffles American School campus accommodates pre-kindergarten through 12th grade students. The 19-hectare school is envisioned as a holistic learning environment that is seamlessly interwoven into its beautiful setting. Given the slope of the site, The campus consists of three main “terraces,” with each terrace occupied by a cluster of grade levels.

Our facilities include technology-integrated classrooms, science labs, visual art, libraries, and performing arts studios, as well as a performing arts center including a 800 seater auditorium and a black box theater.

The campus also features a host of athletic amenities including: Two separate indoor air-conditioned gymnasiums, an olympic size swimming pool, a shallow training pool, outdoor tennis and basketball courts, soccer field, and stadium which includes a second full size soccer field, track and field, and 400 meter running track.

Raffles American School is a learning community that empowers students to achieve their academic and life potential. Our rigorous and rich academic and co-curricular programs encourage student growth through a learning outcome approach, acknowledging multiple types of intelligence and paths to learning. We facilitate student success through collaboration with parents, a balanced focus on intellectual, emotional, physical, and social progress, and a profound belief that all students can learn.

Raffles American School campus accommodates pre-kindergarten through 12th grade students. The 19-hectare school is envisioned as a holistic learning environment that is seamlessly interwoven into its beautiful setting. Given the slope of the site, The campus consists of three main “terraces,” with each terrace occupied by a cluster of grade levels.

Our facilities include technology-integrated classrooms, science labs, visual art, libraries, and performing arts studios, as well as a performing arts center including a 800 seater auditorium and a black box theater.

The campus also features a host of athletic amenities including: Two separate indoor air-conditioned gymnasiums, an olympic size swimming pool, a shallow training pool, outdoor tennis and basketball courts, soccer field, and stadium which includes a second full size soccer field, track and field, and 400 meter running track.

Raffles American School is a learning community that empowers students to achieve their academic and life potential. Our rigorous and rich academic and co-curricular programs encourage student growth through a learning outcome approach, acknowledging multiple types of intelligence and paths to learning. We facilitate student success through collaboration with parents, a balanced focus on intellectual, emotional, physical, and social progress, and a profound belief that all students can learn.

Raffles American School campus accommodates pre-kindergarten through 12th grade students. The 19-hectare school is envisioned as a holistic learning environment that is seamlessly interwoven into its beautiful setting. Given the slope of the site, The campus consists of three main “terraces,” with each terrace occupied by a cluster of grade levels.

Our facilities include technology-integrated classrooms, science labs, visual art, libraries, and performing arts studios, as well as a performing arts center including a 800 seater auditorium and a black box theater.

The campus also features a host of athletic amenities including: Two separate indoor air-conditioned gymnasiums, an olympic size swimming pool, a shallow training pool, outdoor tennis and basketball courts, soccer field, and stadium which includes a second full size soccer field, track and field, and 400 meter running track.

Raffles American School is a learning community that empowers students to achieve their academic and life potential. Our rigorous and rich academic and co-curricular programs encourage student growth through a learning outcome approach, acknowledging multiple types of intelligence and paths to learning. We facilitate student success through collaboration with parents, a balanced focus on intellectual, emotional, physical, and social progress, and a profound belief that all students can learn.