Strategic Cost & Finance Manager

Hong Leong Bank Berhad

Kuala Lumpur

On-site

MYR 120,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Hong Leong Bank Berhad is seeking a finance professional to lead financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and strategic cost management. The role focuses on Opex control, cost allocation and high-quality management presentations for senior leadership.

The candidate should have 4–5 years in performance management or strategic financial analysis, with a strong foundation in data storytelling and ERP/EPM systems. A market-aware, results-driven mindset is essential.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 4–5 years of experience in performance management or strategic financial analysis.
  • Strong data storytelling abilities and track record delivering insights to senior leadership.
  • Background in financial analysis across budgeting, forecasting and reporting.
  • Experience with ERP/EPM platforms is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare monthly Opex closing, reporting, and management presentations.
  • Conduct cost allocation and manage shared service computations.
  • Analyze variances (actual vs. budget vs. forecast) and prepare cost management slides for the Management Committee.
  • Coordinate and consolidate bankwide annual budget and quarterly forecasts with group cost-reduction mandates.
  • Manage Month-End Flash (MEF) including validation of late adjustments and accrual reversals.
  • Track and evaluate Capital Expenditure Requests (CER) and depreciation projections.
  • Maintain and optimize ERP and EPM systems; support system users.

Skills

Performance management
Management reporting
Strategic financial analysis
Data storytelling

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Accounting or related
MIA/ACCA/CPA professional qualifications

Tools

ERP systems
EPM systems

Job description

Hong Leong Bank Berhad is seeking a finance professional to lead financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and strategic cost management. The role focuses on Opex control, cost allocation and high-quality management presentations for senior leadership.

The candidate should have 4–5 years in performance management or strategic financial analysis, with a strong foundation in data storytelling and ERP/EPM systems. A market-aware, results-driven mindset is essential.

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