Senior Manager, Group Finance Reporting

Informa PLC; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global events organization is seeking a Senior Manager for Group Finance Reporting based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This role requires a minimum of 10 years of experience in finance, strong analytical skills, and fluency in English and Mandarin. The successful candidate will manage finance operations across the ASEAN region, ensuring compliance and enhancing financial reporting processes. Competitive benefits and opportunities for career growth are offered.

Benefits

Bespoke training and learning opportunities

Annual leave and birthday leave

Flexible personal benefits

Company-funded private medical cover

ShareMatch scheme

Wellbeing support and mental health resources

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounting, Finance Business, Corporate Finance, and system implementation.
• Collaborative mindset with ability to work across various cultures.
• Proven track record in driving changes and improvement programs.
• Solution-driven individual capable of thinking outside the box.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly forecast consolidation for the ASEAN region.
• Support annual budget preparation and three-year planning financial data.
• Consolidate financial results and prepare regional financial reports.
• Oversee ASEAN treasury and manage cash flow matters.
• Coordinate with country finance teams for timely submissions of reporting packs.

Skills

Professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, ICAEW, MICPA)

Fluent in English and Mandarin

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Minimum 10 years of relevant experience

Tools

ERP systems

Business Intelligence tools

Job description

Informa Markets , a division within Informa, creates global platforms for industries. We organise over 500 large-scale branded and transaction-oriented events in 14 specialist markets. These are typically not-to-be-missed annual events where buyers and sellers build relationships, see and show products and do business.

We also provide year-round online platforms where companies showcase their businesses and products and buyers conduct research, generating valuable leads, and we provide data and digital content that supports the flow of knowledge and transactions in markets.

Job Description

This role is based in our Sunway VISIO Tower office.

The Senior Manager, Group Finance Reporting serves as a critical link between corporate accounting teams, finance departments, and business units across the ASEAN region. This role supports consolidation and reporting processes while maintaining financial integrity throughout the organization. As part of the ASEAN Finance Leadership charter, the Senior Manager is empowered to instil accountability, transparency, and innovation through the application of sound Financial Analytics and Business Intelligence tools, supporting business operations within the jurisdictional compliance framework.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform monthly forecast consolidation for the ASEAN region, providing valuable insights and commentary
• Support annual budget preparation and three-year planning (3YP) financial data for the ASEAN region
• Consolidate financial results and prepare accurate, timely regional financial reports
• Monitor and manage all ASEAN indirect regional costs
• Drive process improvement initiatives to streamline and standardize reporting across ASEAN

Treasury & Intercompany Management

• Oversee ASEAN treasury and cash flow matters, working closely with Group Treasury
• Serve as key contact person with Group Tax to coordinate and ensure timely implementation of all intercompany agreements
• Act as ASEAN focal point with Asia Shared Service Centre (ASSC) to coordinate and provide constructive feedback on processes and month-end closing procedures

Strategic Planning & Reporting

• Coordinate with country finance teams to ensure timely submission of reporting packs
• Facilitate and assume a pivotal role in Informa Long Range Planning (LRP) and stewardship of finance strategies
• Fulfil reporting requirements as requested by Group Finance

Compliance & Governance

• Liaise with ASSC Hong Kong for all month-end reporting requirements
• Escalate non-conformance or findings in a timely manner
• Provide support for Internal Audit activities and queries
• Demonstrate robust understanding and enforcement of Delegated Authority
• Ensure adherence to and enforcement of Group Policies (Reporting, Tax, Treasury, Legal)

Qualifications

• Professional qualification required (ACCA, CPA, ICAEW, or MICPA)
• Fluent in English and Mandarin capability required
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in Accounting, Finance Business, Corporate Finance, and system implementation within a multinational work environment
• Solid working knowledge of ERP systems and analysis tools to provide commercial insight.
• Proven track record in driving changes, formulating, and championing improvement programs
• Solution-driven individual capable of thinking outside the box while being willing to dive into details
• Collaborative mindset with ability to work effectively with colleagues of different cultures and across organizational hierarchy
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• This position reports to the ASEAN Regional Finance Director and works closely with country finance teams, Group Finance, Group Tax, and the Asia Shared Service Centre.

*Do note that title to be determined based on candidate’s experience and fit.

Additional Information

We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here’s
some of what you can expect when you join us. But don’t just take our word for it – see what our
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Our benefits include:

• Great community:a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantasticWalk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks
• Broader impact:take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match fundingavailable too
• Career opportunity:the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training andlearning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedInLearning. When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves
• Time out:annual leave plus a birthday leave day andthe chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year
• A flexible range of personal benefits to choose from, plus company funded private medicalcover
• A ShareMatch scheme that allows you to become an Informa shareholder with free matchingshares
• Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, access to health apps and more
• Recognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programmes
• As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world

We’re not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most – although not all – of the skills and experience listed, we welcome your application.

If you would like to request reasonable adjustments or accommodations to assist your participation in thehiring process and, or in the advertised position, please inform the appropriate Talent Acquisition Partnerfor the role once they have been in touch. Your request will be reviewed and considered in confidence. AtInforma, you'll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds arewelcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments, we are also formally anEqual Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and donot discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses, including all of those protected by law.
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