Senior Finance Manager SEA

EPS Malaysia; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial firm in Malaysia seeks a seasoned finance professional to oversee month-end closures, manage audits, and ensure compliance with US GAAP and local regulations. The candidate should possess a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, and preferably hold a CPA or similar certification. With over 10 years of experience, including team management, this role emphasizes strategic financial planning and effective risk management, offering a platform for impactful leadership within the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, MIA) is a strong advantage.
• 10+ years of experience in a senior finance or accounting role in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.
• Manage local statutory audit processes and liaise with auditors.
• Implement and monitor financial controls to ensure compliance.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Tax compliance

Strategic planning

ERP system experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA, ACCA, or MIA certification

Tools

SAP

Hyperion

OneStream

Job description

Oversee the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes for all SEA entities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting under US GAAP and local GAAP

Ensure full compliance with local tax regulations, working closely with local team and external consultants on tax returns/filings

Manage all local statutory audit processes and liaise with internal and external auditors

Implement and monitor financial controls and policies to ensure compliance with Corporate Internal Control requirements

Act as a key financial business partner to the SEA leadership team to drive strategic initiatives, operational efficiency, and profitable growth

Lead the financial planning and analysis process, including budgeting and forecasting, and provide deep-dive variance analysis and actionable insights to management, influencing business decisions

Partner with functional teams to evaluate, model, and execute significant capital expenditure projects and other strategic initiatives, ensuring financial objectives are met

Proactively identify and communicate financial risks and opportunities, developing mitigation and realization plans in collaboration with relevant business owners

Ø Treasury & Cash Management

Manage regional cash flow, working capital, and treasury activities to ensure optimal liquidity for operations and investments

Collaborate with the Corporate Treasury team and local bankers

Lead, mentor, and develop the zone finance team, fostering a culture of high performance, accuracy, results-driven and business partnership

Manage the recruitment and onboarding of new finance talent

Drive continuous improvement in finance processes and systems

Requisite Criteria

Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, MIA) is a strong advantage

Experience: Proven experience (10+ years) in a senior finance or accounting role in manufacturing companies, with at least 5 years of demonstrated track record of managing teams comprising at least 5 direct reports, preferably within a US Multinational Company (MNC)

Technical Skills: In-depth knowledge of US GAAP / IFRS and local SEA accounting and tax regulations especially for Singapore and Malaysia. Demonstrated experience with a major ERP system (e.g., SAP) is essential. Experience with financial reporting and analysis systems (Hyperion, OneStream, etc.) is preferred