Senior Manager / Assistant Financial Controller / Deputy Financial Controller

KiN Career; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

KiN Career is seeking a seasoned Finance Controller to oversee the company’s financial operations in Malaysia. You will ensure regulatory compliance, deliver timely financial reporting, and partner with the Head of Finance on strategic planning and decision-making.

You will lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, internal controls, and cross-functional FP&A across Malaysia, Singapore & Vietnam, while driving efficiency and integration of finance processes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA/ACCA preferred.
• 5–10 years in finance, with 2–5 years in a Controller/Manager role.
• Audit experience from Big 4 or top-tier network; led statutory audits.
• Strong knowledge of FRS/IFRS and Singapore requirements.
• Hands-on with accounting software and Excel/financial modeling.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in reporting.
• Strategic thinker who translates data into insights.
• Strong communication with Head of Finance and senior management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure general ledger accuracy, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Produce management reporting, variance analysis, and insights.
• Maintain fixed asset register and depreciation schedules.
• Lead annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Monitor cash positions and manage banking relationships.
• Coordinate audits and implement audit recommendations.
• Lead financial due diligence for M&A and strategic investments.
• Develop SOPs and automate reporting; oversee finance workflows.

Skills

Financial analysis

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Financial reporting

Cash flow management

Budgeting & forecasting

Internal controls

Financial modeling

ERP / accounting software

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/ACCA preferred

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

ERP systems

Job description

You will oversee the company’s financial operations, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and provide accurate, timely financial reporting. This role will work closely with the Head of Finance to drive strategic financial planning, support decision-making, and ensure operational efficiency.

• Prepare, review, and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of the general ledger, balance sheet reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Produce management reporting, variance analysis, and actionable insights.
• Maintain fixed asset register and depreciation schedules.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Strategic Planning

• Lead the annual budgeting process, including departmental budget consolidation.
• Develop rolling forecasts, monitor actuals vs budget, and provide variance analysis to the Head of Finance.
• Provide scenario modeling and financial insights to support strategic decisions and investment plans.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management

• Monitor daily cash positions and forecast liquidity needs.
• Manage banking relationships, payments, and collections to ensure smooth operations.
• Optimize working capital on financing requirements.

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting, taxation (GST, corporate tax), and local accounting regulations.
• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Coordinate audits with external auditors and implement audit recommendations.

Process & Systems Management

• Oversee accounting software, streamline workflows across finance functions.
• Automate reporting and improve efficiency in finance operations.
• Develop and document standard operating procedures for the finance team.

Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with operations, sales, and other departments to provide financial insights and support decision-making.
• Work closely with other departments/teams across Malaysia, Singapore & Vietnam.
• Lead financial due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic investments.
• Evaluate target companies through financial analysis, risk assessments, and valuation reviews.
• Coordinate with legal advisors, consultants, and external stakeholders throughout transaction processes.
• Conduct financial modeling, feasibility studies, and investment appraisals to support decision-making.
• Identify synergies, integration risks, and value-creation opportunities.
• Support deal structuring, negotiations, and post-merger integration planning.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and reporting requirements during and after transactions.

Requirements:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent; CPA/ACCA preferred.
• 5–10 years of finance experience, including 2–5 years in a Controller/Manager role.
• Substantial audit experience gained from a reputable international audit firm (e.g., Big 4 or top-tier global network), with a proven track record of leading full-cycle statutory audits for publicly-listed clients.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards (FRS/IFRS) and Singapore statutory requirements.
• Hands‑on experience with accounting software and Excel/financial modeling.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in reporting.
• Strategic thinker with ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work closely with the Head of Finance and senior management.