Contract jobs in Malaysia

We are representing our client a public listed manufacturing group in Malaysia with a strong track record of growth and operational excellence. With diversified business segments and a solid presence in both local and international markets, the company continues to expand through innovation, strategic investments, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Work Location: Penang

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Finance Director to lead the full spectrum of financial management for a well-established public‑listed group. This role will oversee group‑wide financial planning, reporting, governance, tax, and treasury functions, while partnering closely with senior leadership to drive financial performance, compliance, and strategic growth initiatives.

• Lead the annual group budgeting process covering income statements, business units, and corporate functions.
• Revise and update financial forecasts to support strategic decisions.
• Assess new investment proposals, including financial viability, risks, and funding requirements.
• Present group financial results and insights during senior management meetings.

• Review group consolidation worksheets and quarterly financial results.
• Oversee audited financial statements and liaise with auditors during interim and final audit cycles.
• Review monthly management financial reports for accuracy and relevance.
• Oversee corporate tax, deferred tax computations, tax returns, tax estimates, and tax planning.
• Review Sales & Service Tax (SST) returns.
• Review the annual report and ensure reporting accuracy.
• Ensure internal governance and SOP compliance, including approval of customer process applications and IT infrastructure requests.

• Approve purchase orders, payment requests, CAPEX forms, credit notes, and related financial approvals.
• Approve sales orders that exceed credit limits or credit terms.
• Review insurance coverage for company assets and coordinate claims with relevant departments.
• Review tenancy, contract, and agreement documentation.
• Monitor debtors ageing, non‑moving stock ageing, and collaborate with relevant teams on resolutions.
• Assess expected credit loss (ECL) and determine necessary provisions.
• Coordinate annual stock take, assess variances, and approve stock adjustments.
• Review internal audit reports and ensure closure of findings.

• Review and evaluate banking facilities documentation.
• Address queries from financial institutions during annual reviews.
• Support group liquidity planning, financial risk assessment, and capital management.

• Approve manpower requisition and job application forms for recruitment.
• Oversee CSR‑related budgeting and coordinate with internal teams.
• Provide financial guidance to cross‑functional departments to ensure alignment with corporate goals.
• Undertake any additional tasks assigned by the Group Managing Director.

• Professional Certification such as ACCA/CPA/MICPA or equivalent.
• Min 12 years of progressive finance experience, including several years in senior management.
• Strong technical expertise in financial reporting, tax, consolidation, budgeting, and governance.
• Experience in a public‑listed manufacturing industry.
• Strong commercial awareness, leadership skills, and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.

Adelene | adelene@talentrecruit.com.my | +60123343582 (WhatsApp)