Strategic CFO: Finance, HR & IT Leader

JAC Recruitment; Johor; On-site; MYR 650,000 - 780,000; Full time

Job summary

JAC Recruitment, on behalf of its client in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, seeks an experienced Chief Financial Officer to lead the Finance, HR, and IT functions and drive strategic growth.

The CFO will ensure regulatory compliance (MFRS, Bursa Malaysia), oversee budgeting and financial planning, manage stakeholder relationships, and spearhead digital transformation and governance initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CPA, CIMA, ICAEW, or equivalent are preferred.
• Minimum 10–15 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or related fields, including leadership roles within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS) and compliance requirements for listed companies.
• Proven experience in strategic planning, financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and risk management.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing and developing finance teams and cross-functional departments.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage confidently with senior management, Board members, investors, regulators, and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Finance, HR, and IT Departments.
• Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, treasury, taxation, and internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with MFRS, Bursa Malaysia requirements, and other regulatory obligations. Drive strategic planning, financial analysis, risk management, and business performance improvements.
• Manage relationships with auditors, bankers, regulators, investors, and other stakeholders.
• Oversee talent management, organizational development, and HR compliance.
• Lead IT governance, digital transformation, cybersecurity, and business continuity initiatives.
• Support the CEO in corporate planning, business expansion, and special projects.
• Undertake any additional duties and assignments as directed by the CEO.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Financial Analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Risk Management

Corporate Governance

Internal Controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/related

ACCA/CPA/CIMA/ICAEW or equivalent

Job description

JAC Recruitment, on behalf of its client in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, seeks an experienced Chief Financial Officer to lead the Finance, HR, and IT functions and drive strategic growth.

The CFO will ensure regulatory compliance (MFRS, Bursa Malaysia), oversee budgeting and financial planning, manage stakeholder relationships, and spearhead digital transformation and governance initiatives.