Senior Manager, Finance (Relocate to Batam, ID)

YSQ International Pte Ltd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company is seeking a Senior Manager, Finance responsible for overseeing finance and accounting functions related to factory costing. The role requires strong leadership in budgeting, financial reporting, and collaboration with various teams to support decision-making. Candidates should possess a degree in Accountancy and significant experience in a manufacturing setting, particularly in costing and financial analysis.

Qualifications

• More than 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong focus on factory and product costing.
• Ability to question and challenge cost assumptions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting and finance activities.
• Lead monthly closing of accounts and cost report preparation.
• Collaborate with production and supply chain teams.

Skills

Accountancy knowledge

Costing analysis

Financial reporting

Budget preparation

Audit communication

Education

Degree in Accountancy

CA qualification

Job description

Senior Manager, Finance (Relocate to Batam, ID)

The incumbent is responsible for overseeing the full spectrum of finance and accounting functions related to factory and product costing for the HQ Company, ensuring accurate and comprehensive financial reporting and analysis.

Responsibilities and Duties

Oversee the HQ Company’s day-to-day accounting and finance activities, focusing on accurate and timely factory and product costing.

Lead the monthly closing of accounts, ensuring the timely preparation and submission of comprehensive cost reports and analysis.

Manage the costing process, including standard costing, variance analysis, and cost allocation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial reporting standards.

Conduct detailed product costing, including bill of materials (BOM), labor, overhead, and other manufacturing costs, to support pricing and profitability analysis.

Monitor and analyze production costs, identifying cost‑saving opportunities and areas for efficiency improvements.

Spearhead and coordinate the preparation of the annual budget and periodic forecasts related to factory and product costs.

Develop, implement, and maintain systems, procedures, policies, and internal controls related to factory and product costing.

Supervise the inventory management function, ensuring accurate cost valuation and reporting.

Collaborate with the production, supply chain, and engineering teams to provide financial insights and support decision‑making processes.

Deep understanding of CapEx and OpEx management in plant operations.

Liaise with auditors, tax agents, legal counsel, bankers, corporate secretaries, and relevant government authorities locally to ensure compliance and address costing‑related financial reporting matters.

Perform any other duties assigned from time to time, with a focus on enhancing factory and product costing processes and outputs.

Qualifications & Requirements

Degree in Accountancy or equivalent from a reputable university.

Preferably with CA qualification.

More than 5 years of relevant and practical experience in a manufacturing environment, with a strong focus on factory and product costing.

Ability to question and challenge cost assumptions, project rationales, and ROI projections.

Comfortable with asking “why” and “what if” to uncover inefficiencies or flawed justifications.

Experience in working with supply chain, operations, and procurement teams to validate forecasts and inventory decisions.

Your application will include the following questions:

• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years of taxation experience do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have with forecasting for businesses?
• Have you worked in a role which requires experience with product pricing and costing strategy?
• Have you completed a professional qualification in accounting?
• Are you willing to relocate for this role?
• How many years of auditing experience do you have?