Senior Finance Manager

BORENOS SDN. BHD.; West Coast Division; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading F&B company in Malaysia is seeking a Senior Finance Manager to drive financial excellence and support company growth. The role demands leadership in budgeting, financial reporting, and analysis, alongside compliance with regulatory requirements. Candidates should possess 7-10 years of finance experience, including a senior position in the F&B industry. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in finance tools are essential, along with multilingual capabilities. This role offers a dynamic environment for growth and leadership within the finance team.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 3 years in a Senior Finance role within the F&b industry.
• Proven track record in financial leadership and budgeting.
• Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of the finance function including budgeting and financial reporting.
• Provide timely and accurate financial reports for strategic decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
• Lead and mentor a small finance team, building financial discipline.

Skills

Financial leadership

Budgeting

Business analysis

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

SQL-based ERP

QuickBooks

Job description

Borenos is looking for a strategic and hands‑on Senior Finance Manager to lead our finance function and drive financial excellence across the business. This role is critical in supporting the company’s growth and profitability, providing leadership in budgeting, financial planning, and performance analysis. The ideal candidate will have strong financial acumen, leadership capabilities, and a solid background in the Food & Beverage (F&B) industry.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage all aspects of the finance function including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow management, and statutory compliance.

Provide timely and accurate financial reports, analysis, and insights to support strategic decision‑making.

Oversee month‑end and year‑end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Develop, implement, and continuously improve financial controls, policies, and procedures.

Analyze and interpret financial data to identify business trends, risks, and opportunities.

Collaborate with operations and other departments to monitor cost performance and enhance profitability.

Manage relationships with auditors, tax agents, banks, and regulatory authorities.

Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax requirements, and internal policies.

Monitor and improve company performance KPIs, especially in food cost, labor cost, and overheads.

Lead and mentor a small team, building financial discipline and capability within the organization.

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent. Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CIMA) is strongly preferred.

Minimum 7–10 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 3 years in a Senior Finance role within the F&B industry.

Proven track record in financial leadership, budgeting, and business analysis.

Strong understanding of restaurant or retail food service operations, costing, and inventory control.

Familiarity with accounting systems and financial tools (e.g., SQL‑based ERP, QuickBooks, or similar).

Highly analytical with attention to detail and a hands‑on approach to problem‑solving.

Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic, and growing environment.

Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin is an advantage.

We are looking for Mandarin‑speaking candidates who will be serving Mandarin‑speaking customers.

Unlock job insights

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a finance manager?
• Which of the following languages are you fluent in?
• How many years' experience do you have with forecasting for businesses?