Strategic CFO for Manufacturing Growth

Executive Recruiters; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 320,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking a seasoned Chief Financial Officer to lead financial operations, driving cash flow management, budgeting, reporting, and strategic planning to sustain growth. You will oversee annual budgets, strengthen governance, manage treasury, and partner with senior leaders across operations and manufacturing to optimize cost and capital investments.

The ideal candidate has 10-15 years in finance, CPA/ACCA/MIA or equivalent, and deep experience in manufacturing finance and ERP

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; professional qualification such as ACCA/CPA/CIMA is advantageous.
• 10–15 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in senior leadership, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong expertise in financial management, budgeting, forecasting, treasury, internal controls, ERP, and cost accounting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the company’s financial operations including cash flow management, investments, budgeting, reporting, and strategic financial planning.
• Oversee annual operating, capital, and program budgets with accurate forecasting and reporting.
• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, internal controls, and financial recording for healthy cash flow.
• Develop and implement financial governance, systems, and processes to strengthen fiscal management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ensure compliance with national/local financial regulations and policies.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop budgets and financial insights for projects and grants.
• Identify revenue growth opportunities and drive cost optimization and process improvements.
• Lead risk management, evaluate liabilities, capital structure, and fundraising strategies for sustainability.
• Prepare comprehensive financial reports and present to executives and stakeholders.
• Mentor and lead the finance team and ensure compliance with accounting standards and tax laws.

Skills

Financial leadership

Budgeting & forecasting

Treasury management

Financial reporting

ERP systems

Governance & compliance

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Master's degree advantageous

ACCA/CPA/MIA or equivalent

Tools

ERP platforms

Financial systems

Job description

Jora Malaysia is seeking a seasoned Chief Financial Officer to lead financial operations, driving cash flow management, budgeting, reporting, and strategic planning to sustain growth. You will oversee annual budgets, strengthen governance, manage treasury, and partner with senior leaders across operations and manufacturing to optimize cost and capital investments.

The ideal candidate has 10-15 years in finance, CPA/ACCA/MIA or equivalent, and deep experience in manufacturing finance and ERP