Vice President, Finance (General Ledger & Reporting)

Silverlake Axis Sdn Bhd; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Malaysia seeks a Vice President, Finance to lead the General Ledger and Reporting function. You will ensure financial integrity and timeliness, oversee month-end closings, and provide insights through financial analysis. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in finance, strong leadership skills, and advanced proficiency in accounting standards and ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant qualified with a degree in Accounting/Finance.
• At least 10 years of progressive finance and accounting experience, with 5+ years in leadership.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the General Ledger and Reporting function ensuring timely and accurate financial closings.
• Oversee financial statements preparation and analytical review.
• Manage financial reporting including forecasts and budgets.

Skills

Leadership skills

Technical accounting knowledge

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Vice President, Finance (General Ledger & Reporting)

As Vice President, Finance (General Ledger & Reporting), you will lead the General Ledger ("GL") and Reporting function, ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial results. You will oversee general ledger operations, month-end closing, statutory reporting and compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations. This role requires a strategic leader with strong technical expertise, proven people management skills, and the ability to partner with senior stakeholders to support business growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the General Ledger and Reporting function across the Group, ensuring timely and accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings.
• Oversee preparation and analytical review of financial statements for monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.
• Manage financial reporting of a group of companies, including forecasts, annual budgets, and long-term projections.
• Oversee project billing, progress and cost against budget and review project accounting and documentation.
• Ensure accuracy in project costing, revenue recognition, and intercompany transactions in accordance with Group policies.
• Oversee preparation of statutory accounts, corporate tax reporting packs, and transfer pricing documentation.
• Monitor and manage group cash flow positions to ensure sufficient liquidity for operations.
• Establish, implement, and enforce accounting policies, controls, and procedures to ensure compliance and safeguard company assets.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, regulators, and company secretary on audits, tax filings, and statutory matters.
• Provide senior management with insights, trends, and recommendations through detailed financial analysis.
• Champion process improvements, automation initiatives, and system enhancements (including ERP developments).
• Ensure accuracy, governance, and completeness of financial and company records.
• Perform other duties and strategic projects as assigned by senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant qualified: Degree in Accounting/Finance, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent professional qualification.
• At least 10 years of progressive finance and accounting experience, with 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS/MFRS), tax regulations, and group reporting requirements.
• Proven experience in managing full sets of accounts, consolidations, and statutory reporting.
• Strong proficiency in MS Excel (advanced level) and experience in using ERP systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and highly adaptable to fast-paced environments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under tight deadlines.