Strategic Finance Manager for Growth & Retail Ops

Carleton ES

Kuala Lumpur

On-site

MYR 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Carleton ES Malaysia is seeking a Finance Manager to report to the Finance Director and partner with the Founder/CEO to lead day-to-day finance and accounting functions while enabling strategic growth. You will oversee financial reporting, cash flow management, budgeting, compliance, internal controls, and treasury, and build a high-performing finance function across a multi-site business.

This role requires strong analytical capability, stakeholder management, and hands-on leadership of a

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline.
Professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, CIMA, ICAEW or equivalent) is an added advantage.
Minimum 6–10 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, financial planning, or business partnering, including experience leading a finance team and managing month-end reporting, budgeting, audit, and cash flow processes.
Experience in Retail, FMCG, Food & Beverage, Hospitality, or other multi-site consumer businesses is highly preferred.
Strong understanding of financial reporting, management accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and working capital management.

Responsibilities

Oversee full finance operations including AP, AR, GL, fixed assets, inventory accounting and treasury functions.
Prepare monthly management accounts, financial statements, and performance reports.
Maintain integrity of financial records and balance sheet reconciliations.
Monitor inventory accounting, stock adjustments, shrinkage, and costing for accurate margins.
Ensure compliance with accounting standards, statutory requirements, and regulatory obligations.
Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.
Provide actionable insights to improve financial and operational performance.
Manage working capital and cash flow forecasting.
Partner with merchandising, store operations, and marketing to evaluate profitability and drive commercial decisions.
Strengthen internal controls, policies, and governance frameworks across the organisation.
Drive finance process improvements and automation to support scalability.
Lead, coach, and develop the finance team and build cross-functional relationships.