Strategic CFO: Public Finance & Digital Transformation

Private Advertiser; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public-sector organization in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to steer strategic financial leadership and ensure robust governance. The ideal candidate will possess over 15 years of extensive experience in financial management, demonstrated leadership in compliance and procurement, and a Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or Finance, accompanied by a professional accounting qualification. This pivotal role requires a passion for contributing to national human capital development and offers a platform to modernise financial operations while enhancing stakeholder confidence.

Benefits

Enhanced EPF contribution

Comprehensive medical coverage

Inclusive insurance protection

Attractive employee benefits

Qualifications

• 15–20 years of extensive financial leadership experience in statutory bodies or public-sector environments.
• Proven experience in financial governance and compliance.
• Demonstrated leadership in procurement oversight.

Responsibilities

• Shape and direct the financial strategy and governance frameworks.
• Oversee all financial operations and maintain audit readiness.
• Provide strategic oversight for procurement governance.

Skills

Financial governance

Financial compliance

Procurement oversight

Stakeholder engagement

Financial analytics

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy/Finance

Chartered Accountant qualification (e.g. MIA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

A leading public-sector organization in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to steer strategic financial leadership and ensure robust governance. The ideal candidate will possess over 15 years of extensive experience in financial management, demonstrated leadership in compliance and procurement, and a Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or Finance, accompanied by a professional accounting qualification. This pivotal role requires a passion for contributing to national human capital development and offers a platform to modernise financial operations while enhancing stakeholder confidence.