Senior Finance Executive (KLCC, 5 days)

GM Recruitment; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is looking for a finance professional in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, to manage end-to-end finance and tax matters. This role involves ensuring compliance with local regulations and collaborating with external advisors. Candidates should have at least 3 years of relevant experience, strong knowledge of local financial standards, and proficiency in SAP. Fluency in Bahasa Malaysia, English, and Mandarin is required. Competitive salary and career growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in finance and tax, preferably in retail.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysia financial reporting standards and tax regulations.
• Experience in handling Malaysia e-Invoicing.

Responsibilities

• Manage Malaysia finance and tax matters, including compliance and annual filings.
• Maintain accurate accounting records in compliance with MFRS.
• Coordinate with Group Finance Shared Services and resolve reconciliation issues.

Skills

Finance and tax management

Knowledge of Malaysia financial reporting standards

SAP proficiency

Fluent in Bahasa Malaysia

Fluent in English

Fluent in Mandarin

Tools

SAP

POS systems

Job description

Standalone role responsible for end-to-end finance and tax matters for Malaysia, with support for financial review of Hong Kong and Singapore entities. The role works closely with Group Finance and external auditors/tax advisors to ensure accurate reporting and regulatory compliance in a retail environment.

Key Responsibilities

Manage Malaysia finance and tax matters, including compliance, annual filings, tax updates, and liaison with external advisors.

Maintain accurate accounting records in compliance with MFRS, including reviewing entries prepared by Group Finance and preparing local financial statements.

Coordinate with Group Finance Shared Services (GL, AP, AR), resolve reconciliation issues, and support audit activities.

Monitor Malaysia regulatory changes (e.g. e-Invoicing) and support implementation.

Review financial accounts for Hong Kong and Singapore and flag abnormalities when identified.

Provide ad hoc finance support to the Malaysia office.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years’ experience in finance and tax, preferably in retail.

Strong knowledge of Malaysia financial reporting standards and tax regulations.

Proficient in SAP and familiar with POS systems.

Fluent in Bahasa Malaysia, English, and Mandarin.

Familiar with or willing to learn Singapore/Hong Kong reporting standards.

Experience in handling Malaysia e-Invoicing.