SENIOR FINANCE MANAGER

Unigreen Chemicals Sdn Bhd; Teluk Panglima Garang; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Unigreen Chemicals Sdn Bhd is seeking an experienced Senior Finance Manager to oversee financial and accounting functions in the palm oil derivatives manufacturing and export sector. You will lead FP&A, cost accounting, and regulatory reporting while partnering with Production, Operations, and Shipping to drive efficiency and profitability.

The role requires 8–10 years of finance experience in manufacturing/trading, strong governance, and hands-on SQL-based systems proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent.
• 8 to 10 years of finance experience with exposure to manufacturing and trading.
• Hands-on proficiency with accounting systems (e.g. SQL).

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing & cost accounting oversight: BOM, standard costing, variances.
• FP&A: budgeting, forecasting, long-term modeling, monthly variance analysis, margins evaluation.
• Cash flow & operations: working capital, FX hedging, CAPEX evaluation, cross-functional cost-saving initiatives.
• Leadership & governance: strengthen internal controls, reporting automation, mentor finance team, liaise with bankers/auditors/tax agents.

Skills

Strategic Finance

Leadership & Governance

FP&A

Cost Accounting

Cash Flow Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SQL

Job description

We are a dynamic exporter and producer of palm oil derivatives, based in Teluk Panglima Garang, Kuala Langat, Selangor.
As we continue to grow and expand our presence, we are seeking passionate, results-driven individuals to join our team and contribute to our ongoing success.

We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Senior Finance Manager to oversee the company's financial and accounting functions in the palm oil derivatives manufacturing and export industry.

The role is responsible for financial planning and analysis, manufacturing and cost accounting, financial reporting, foreign currency hedging, cash flow management, regulatory compliance, and overall financial control. The successful candidate will provide strategic financial insights, monitor business performance, optimize production costs, and support management in making informed business decisions.

The Senior Finance Manager will also lead the Account team, strengthen internal controls, improve financial processes, and collaborate closely with Production, Operations, and Shipping teams to enhance operational efficiency and drive sustainable business growth and profitability.

Responsibilities:

Manufacturing & Cost Accounting

Oversee product costing, standard costing, and Bill of Materials (BOM) management.

Analysed production variances (material, labour, and overhead).

Monitor inventory valuation, stock aging, and manufacturing overhead allocation.

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Lead annual budgeting, forecasting cycles, and long-term financial modelling.

Perform monthly variance analysis comparing actual performance against budgets.

Evaluate product margins, pricing strategies, and commercial decisions.

Manage month-end/quarter-end/year-end financial closing and management reporting.

Ensure compliance with MFRS/IFRS standards, local tax laws, and statutory requirements.

Coordinate external statutory audits and tax filings.

Cash Flow & Operations

Manage working capital requirements, foreign exchange hedging & cash flow planning, and factory liquidity.

Review and appraise Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) proposals for plant or machinery investments.

Partner with Operations, Shipping and Production to drive cost-saving initiatives.

Leadership & Governance

Strengthen internal financial controls, policies, and reporting automation.

Lead, mentor, and develop the local finance and accounting team.

Liaise with external stakeholders including bankers, auditors, and tax agents

About you

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent

8 to 10 years of finance experience, with solid exposure to a manufacturing and trading environment

Hands-on proficiency with accounting systems (e.g. SQL)