SSC Finance Lead

APAC Michael Page; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in Transportation & Logistics is seeking an experienced Finance Team Lead to establish their finance function in Malaysia. This role involves managing a shared services finance team, overseeing financial processes, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Accounting or Finance, professional accounting qualifications, and proven leadership skills. This position offers a competitive salary and growth opportunities within a reputable organization.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

Career development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Experience leading a finance team in a Shared Service environment.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting and compliance standards.
• Proven leadership and team management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the shared services finance team.
• Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Ensure compliance with local and international accounting standards.

Skills

Team management

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Compliance knowledge

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA)

Tools

Financial systems and tools

Job description

Our client is a global leader in the Transportation & Logistics industry and currently establishing a new Shared Services Centre (SSC) in Malaysia. They are currently seeking an experienced Finance Team Lead to build the finance function from the ground up. This strategic role involves designing processes, implementing systems, and leading initially a small team to deliver best-in-class finance operations.

Client Details

Our client is a global leader in the transportation and logistics industry, renowned for operational excellence and innovation. They are expanding their footprint in Malaysia by establishing a Shared Services Centre (SSC) to centralise and optimise finance operations for their regional and global business units.

Description

We are seeking an experienced SSC Finance Team Lead to build the finance function from the ground up. Your duties may include;

• Lead and manage the shared services finance team to ensure efficient operations.
• Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Ensure compliance with local and international accounting standards and regulations.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimise financial processes and systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives.
• Provide financial insights and analysis to senior management for decision‑making.
• Monitor and manage financial risks, ensuring robust internal controls are in place.
• Support audits and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.

Profile

A successful SSC Finance Team Lead should have:

• A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience leading a finance team within a Shared Service environment (ideally from start up stage)
• Professional accounting qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting and compliance standards.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Proficiency in financial systems and tools.

Job Offer

• Competitive annual salary
• Opportunity to work within a very reputable organisation
• Professional growth and career development opportunities.
• Engaging and collaborative work environment.

If you are ready to take on a leadership role as the SSC Finance Lead, we encourage you to apply and be part of this exciting opportunity.

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Georgina McEwen on [phone].