Strategic CFO: Public Sector Finance & Governance

Jobstreet Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Malaysia is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide strategic financial leadership and oversee key functions such as accounting and procurement. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy or Finance, Chartered Accountant qualification, and 15–20 years of financial leadership experience, preferably in statutory bodies or large public-sector environments. This role is crucial for ensuring financial sustainability and governance, driving digital transformation, and guiding the organization towards achieving its strategic objectives.

Benefits

Enhanced EPF contribution

Comprehensive medical coverage

Inclusive insurance protection

Attractive flexible benefits

Qualifications

• 15–20 years of extensive financial leadership experience, ideally within statutory bodies or government-linked companies.
• Experience in the corporate sector or government-related organisations is highly desirable.
• Proven leadership in financial governance and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Shape and direct the organisation’s financial strategy, planning, and governance.
• Oversee all financial operations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide strategic oversight for procurement and ensure institutional transparency.

Skills

Financial governance

Stakeholder engagement

Cost optimization

Procurement oversight

Digital finance transformation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy/Finance or related fields

Professional Chartered Accountant qualification

Job description

A leading organization in Malaysia is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide strategic financial leadership and oversee key functions such as accounting and procurement. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy or Finance, Chartered Accountant qualification, and 15–20 years of financial leadership experience, preferably in statutory bodies or large public-sector environments. This role is crucial for ensuring financial sustainability and governance, driving digital transformation, and guiding the organization towards achieving its strategic objectives.