Senior/Finance Manager

Private Advertiser; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Malaysia seeks an experienced Senior Finance Manager / Finance Manager to oversee the company's financial operations and provide strategic guidance to support growth. The role emphasizes full-spectrum finance functions, leadership of the finance team, and governance across multiple entities.

The ideal candidate will lead efforts in financial reporting, planning, internal controls, and regulatory compliance while contributing to IPO listing preparation and external

Qualifications

• Experience in managing full-spectrum finance and accounting functions.
• Experience leading finance teams across multiple entities.
• Experience with IPO preparation, due diligence, or working with external advisers is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage full spectrum of finance and accounting functions including reporting and budgeting.
• Lead Finance & Accounting team and drive operational efficiency.
• Develop and monitor internal control policies and financial guidelines.
• Ensure timely month-end closing and management reporting with analysis.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking across entities.
• Monitor cash flow and working capital; safeguard assets.

Skills

Finance management

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Financial reporting

Cash flow management

Team leadership

Strategic finance

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Finance Manager / Finance Manager to oversee the company’s financial operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide strategic financial guidance to support business growth.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing full-spectrum finance and accounting functions, leading finance teams, and overseeing financial operations across multiple entities. Experience within the construction, energy, power, engineering or shared services environment will be highly advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the full spectrum of finance and accounting functions, including financial reporting, financial planning and budgetary controls.

Lead and oversee the Finance & Accounting team, ensuring operational efficiency and continuous improvement.

Develop, improve and monitor internal control policies, procedures and financial guidelines.

Ensure timely month-end closing and preparation of management reports, including comprehensive analysis of financial results.

Manage budgeting, forecasting, financial planning processes and performance tracking.

Monitor cash flow, working capital and the overall financial health of the company.

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

Identify financial and operational risks and implement appropriate measures to safeguard company assets.

Provide financial insights, analysis and recommendations to Senior Management to support strategic decision-making.

Lead the transition from an SME accounting environment towards stronger corporate governance and financial management practices.

Oversee financial matters across multiple entities and ensure consistency, accuracy and compliance of financial reporting.

Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including tax agents, external auditors, lawyers, bankers and relevant government authorities.

Mentor and develop the Finance & Accounting team to ensure high standards of performance and operational excellence.

Assist in financial planning and documentation relating to the company’s potential IPO/listing preparation.

Experience in IPO preparation, financial due diligence, or working with investment bankers and external advisors will be an added advantage.

Undertake ad hoc duties and special projects as assigned by Senior Management.

Your application will include the following questions:

• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years' experience do you have as a finance manager?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• Which of the following languages are you fluent in?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• Have you completed a professional qualification in accounting?