About our client:

Our client, a well-established food manufacturing company, is looking for an experienced Plant Controller/Assistant Plant Controller to oversee the financial management and performance of its manufacturing plant. The role will partner closely with business leadership to drive financial performance, cost efficiency and informed decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee plant financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and monthly financial reporting.
• Monitor and analyse manufacturing costs, production variances, labour costs, overheads and inventory.
• Drive cost control and cost improvement initiatives to improve plant profitability and operational efficiency.
• Partner with Plant Operations, Supply Chain and Procurement teams to identify cost-saving and productivity opportunities.
• Analyse actual performance against budget, forecast and standard costs, providing recommendations for corrective actions.
• Oversee inventory control and valuation covering raw materials, work-in-progress and finished goods.
• Ensure effective financial controls, compliance with company policies and accuracy of financial information.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to Plant and Senior Management to support business and operational decisions.

Key Requirements:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline; professional qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent is an advantage.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant finance/accounting experience, with strong exposure to a manufacturing environment.
• Solid experience in plant controlling, cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production costing, inventory and variance analysis.
• Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills, with proficiency in Excel and ERP systems.

What you can expect? 

• Strategic finance partnering role with strong exposure to plant operations.
• Opportunity to drive cost optimisation and operational improvements.
• High visibility with Plant and Business Leadership.
• Opportunity to grow within an established food manufacturing organisation.

For more information or confidential consultation, please do not hesitate to send in your application or drop an e-mail to chloe.chan@bell-ward.com

We thank you for applying with us in advance but ONLY shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Company Registration No. : 1080098-P (JTK License No : JTKSM 427)

Our client in the Consumer industry is looking for an experienced Financial Planning and Analysis Manager to join their team!

Key responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with Commercial, Operations, and department heads to translate business activities into actionable financial insights, cost-efficiency recommendations, and profitable decision-making.
• Analyze financial and operational performance including budget and forecast variances against actuals to pinpoint key drivers, risks, opportunities, and areas for continuous improvement.
• Deliver robust financial analysis, scenario modeling, and ad-hoc support to guide strategic and operational initiatives.
• Drive the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and strategic planning processes by establishing assumptions, performing analysis, and preparing management presentations.
• Produce comprehensive monthly management reports featuring clear, insightful commentary on performance trends, business drivers, risks, and opportunities.
• Leverage data, digital platforms, and AI-enabled tools to automate reporting, enhance forecasting accuracy, and continuously streamline finance processes.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance & Accounting or related field
• 5 years of experience in commercial finance, business analysis, or FP&A, ideally within Consumer sector.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel alongside hands-on experience with accounting software.
• Strong commercial acumen and problem-solving abilities, paired with excellent communication skills to build cross-functional partnerships.
• A self-driven approach featuring proficiency in leveraging AI tools and modern technologies to drive process automation, data interpretation, and efficiency.

For more information or confidential consultation, please do not hesitate to send in your application or drop an e-mail to chloe.chan@bell-ward.com

We thank you for applying with us in advance but ONLY shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Company Registration No. : 1080098-P (JTK License No : JTKSM 427)

Our client is one of the market leader within their industry, is looking for an experienced Senior Finance Manager to join their team!

Key responsibilities: 

• Partner with executive leadership to drive corporate growth, long-term strategic plans, annual budgets, and continuous financial forecasting.
• Evaluate business performance, financial results, capital investments, pricing models, and key operational KPIs to guide executive decision-making.
• Oversee all general ledger, month-end/year-end closing processes, accounts payable/receivable, statutory accounting, and financial statement accuracy.
• Manage working capital, corporate liquidity forecasts, banking relationships, capital structure, and financial risk mitigation strategies.
• Direct corporate tax planning, statutory filings, local financial standard compliance (e.g., IFRS/GAAP), and serve as the main liaison for external financial audits.
• Design, maintain, and optimize financial systems, workflows, and internal controls to scale operations efficiently.
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting (CPA/ACCA/CMA preferred) with 8+ years of progressive finance experience, including senior management exposure.
• Direct, mentor, and cultivate a high-performing finance and accounting team to foster operational excellence across the department.

Key requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting, with professional certification (CPA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• 10 years of progressive finance/accounting experience, including 3+ years managing teams and leading the end-to-end finance function.
• Deep mastery of financial modeling, FP&A, accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS), corporate tax compliance, and treasury management.
• Advanced Excel skills and direct experience implementing or managing financial systems/ERPs (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, QuickBooks).
• Strong business acumen to advise executive leadership, paired with proven skills in managing, mentoring, and scaling a finance team.

For more information or confidential consultation, please do not hesitate to send in your application or drop an e-mail to chloe.chan@bell-ward.com

We thank you for applying with us in advance but ONLY shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Company Registration No. : 1080098-P (JTK License No : JTKSM 427)

Our clients, a prominent leader in their industry, is currently seeking a Finance Director. This role will oversee and drive the financial health and strategic direction of the business operations in Malaysia.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership to the finance function, building a results-driven team culture focused on governance, compliance, and operational excellence.
• Establish and implement short- and long-term departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures aligned with the organisation’s overall business strategy.
• Direct the full spectrum of finance operations, including Financial Reporting, Corporate Reporting, Credit Control, Treasury, and Accounts, ensuring accurate reporting, regulatory compliance, and operational effectiveness.
• Oversee corporate reporting functions, ensuring the timely preparation of management reports, board papers, and consolidated financial reports to support executive decision-making.
• Safeguard financial integrity through robust internal controls, prudent cash flow management, and effective oversight of credit, vendor, and banking relationships.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting cycles, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy, business plans, and performance targets.
• Drive operational efficiency and financial performance by monitoring key finance metrics, implementing best practices, and championing continuous process improvements.
• Review and approve all agreements concerning financial obligations, including contracts for products or services and other commitments requiring allocation of financial resources.
• Collaborate with senior management, auditors, regulators, and external stakeholders to ensure transparent financial governance and compliance with statutory and corporate requirements.

Key Requirements:

• Min degree, CPA/ACCA/CIMA qualification.
• Min 20 years of working experience within Consumer industry.
• Commercially driven professional with exceptional problem-solving and creative skills, capable of exercising sound judgment and making well-informed decisions based on accurate and timely analysis.
• Strong interpersonal & stakeholder management skills with good business acumen & strategic thinking.
• Highly-motivated, results-oriented, and forward-thinking leader/team player with good work ethic, credibility, and sense of integrity

For more information or confidential consultation, please do not hesitate to send in your application or drop an e-mail to chloe.chan@bell-ward.com

We thank you for applying with us in advance but ONLY shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Company Registration No. : 1080098-P (JTK License No : JTKSM 427)

About the role:
We are looking for an experienced General Manager to lead the Group’s investor relations, corporate finance and fundraising initiatives, while strengthening its capital market presence and investor confidence.

Key Responsibilities

Key Requirements

Our client is one of the market leader within their industry, is looking for an experienced Finance Manager/Assistant Manager to join their team!

Key Responsibilities: 

• Oversee month-end closing, preparation and review of management accounts, financial statements and group consolidation, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting across all entities.
• Management Reporting & Financial Analysis – Analyse financial performance against budgets, forecasts and prior periods, identify key variances, monitor financial KPIs and provide actionable insights to support management decisions.
• Financial Operations & Cash Flow Management – Supervise day-to-day finance operations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, payment processing, working capital, cash flow monitoring and inventory accounting.
• Budgeting & Forecasting – Lead the annual budgeting process, prepare rolling forecasts and cash flow projections, monitor budget performance and support financial planning in line with the Group's business objectives.
• Tax, Audit & Statutory Compliance – Coordinate external audits, review tax computations and estimates, liaise with auditors and tax agents, and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax regulations and statutory requirements.
• Internal Controls & Accounting Compliance – Strengthen financial controls, ensure proper accounting practices, maintain accurate financial records and supporting schedules, and provide technical accounting guidance to the finance team and business units.
• Business Planning & Financial Advisory – Work closely with management and business units to provide financial insights, evaluate business performance, support new outlet expansion, capital expenditure, investment decisions and other strategic initiatives.
• Management Support & Ad-Hoc Projects – Prepare financial analysis, financial models and management presentations, highlighting business performance, financial risks and opportunities to facilitate informed decision-making.

Key Requirements: 

About the Role

Our client is an established international manufacturer specialising in truck-mounted lifting equipment. They are looking for a commercially driven Sales Manager to strengthen their market presence and drive business growth across Malaysia.

This role is ideal for an entrepreneurial sales professional with strong knowledge of the commercial vehicle industry, established industry connections and the ability to independently develop new business opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive sales growth and execute business development strategies across Malaysia.

• Identify new customers and expand relationships with existing accounts.

• Develop strategic partnerships with truck dealerships, bodybuilders, equipment distributors and fleet operators.

• Identify market opportunities, negotiate commercial terms and secure profitable deals.

• Develop competitive pricing strategies while maintaining healthy profit margins.

• Coordinate technical requirements, equipment installations and regulatory approvals.

• Manage sales pipelines, forecasts and customer relationships.

• Coordinate after-sales support to ensure customer satisfaction and retention.

Key Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Engineering or a related field.

• At least 7 years of B2B sales or business development experience.

• Experience in commercial vehicles, truck-mounted equipment, truck dealerships, vehicle bodybuilding or heavy equipment is highly preferred.

• Strong understanding of Malaysia's commercial vehicle industry, including truck brands, chassis configurations and equipment applications.

• Proven ability to acquire new customers, develop industry partnerships and achieve sales targets.

• Strong commercial acumen, particularly in pricing, profitability and business development.

• Established industry network across truck dealers, bodybuilders, fleet operators or equipment distributors.

• Familiarity with JKKP/DOSH requirements, JPJ regulations and relevant approval procedures is an advantage.

• Fluent in Mandarin, Cantonese, English and Bahasa Malaysia.

• Independent, entrepreneurial and results-oriented, with strong negotiation and relationship management skills.

About the Role

Our client, a leading property development group in Malaysia, is looking for an experienced General Manager, Design Strategy & Planning to lead its design and planning functions.

This role will oversee the overall design and planning process for property development projects, from initial concept development and feasibility studies to design coordination and authority approvals. The successful candidate will work closely with internal stakeholders, consultants and project teams to ensure projects are aligned with business objectives, budgets, design standards and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for property development projects, including market analysis, feasibility studies, due diligence and financial modelling.

• Oversee project initiation, early-stage planning and the coordination of authority approvals.

• Establish and monitor project timelines, ensuring key milestones from project initiation through Building Plan (BP) endorsement are achieved.

• Oversee design development to ensure quality, functionality, efficiency and alignment with project objectives.

• Lead and manage multidisciplinary teams, including project managers, architects, engineers, contractors and consultants.

• Provide coaching, guidance and performance management to strengthen team capabilities and maintain high work standards.

• Monitor consultant performance and ensure timely delivery of SPA drawings, specifications, KM and BP submissions.

• Review building specifications, design details and tender drawings to ensure quality standards and minimise design discrepancies and variation orders.

• Work closely with internal stakeholders, PCM and external consultants to ensure effective project coordination and delivery.

• Ensure compliance with relevant statutory requirements, building regulations and authority guidelines.

• Manage departmental resources effectively to support project delivery and organisational objectives.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or Professional Degree in Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Architecture or an equivalent discipline. A Master's Degree will be an added advantage.

• Minimum 10 years of working experience, including senior management experience within the property development or construction industry.

• Strong understanding of the property development lifecycle, including design management, planning and authority approval processes.

• Strong leadership, people management and decision-making skills.

• Good strategic planning and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and networking skills.

• Ability to manage resources and lead teams towards achieving business objectives.

Position Summary

• Spearhead the Group’s commercial vision and growth strategy across the Automotive, Aviation, Healthcare, and other key business sectors, driving sustainable revenue expansion, stronger profitability, and long-term business value.
• Champion commercial performance and market development by deepening customer engagement, unlocking new business opportunities, extending market coverage, and cultivating strategic partnerships in both domestic and international markets.
• Provide enterprise-wide commercial leadership by aligning sales, business development, pricing strategies, customer relationship management, and commercial initiatives with the Group’s strategic priorities, financial goals, and future growth objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate and execute the Group’s commercial strategy, encompassing sales, marketing, business development, customer engagement, pricing, and market expansion initiatives aligned with overall business objectives.
• Direct and oversee commercial operations across the Group’s core business segments, including Automotive, Aviation, Healthcare, and other strategic growth areas.
• Accelerate revenue and profit growth through effective sales leadership, marketing initiatives, pricing strategies, customer portfolio management, and new business development.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop opportunities for market expansion, new customer acquisition, product growth, and business diversification across Malaysia, Southeast Asia, and selected international markets.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key customers, OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, airlines, aviation operators, distributors, strategic partners, and other critical stakeholders.
• Lead complex commercial negotiations, including contract discussions, pricing agreements, partnership arrangements, commercial terms, and long-term business engagements.
• Establish and manage a healthy sales and business development pipeline, ensuring the successful conversion of opportunities into sustainable and profitable revenue streams.
• Collaborate with Operations, Finance, Procurement, Engineering, Supply Chain, and other functional teams to ensure commercial commitments are aligned with operational capacity, cost structures, resource availability, and delivery requirements.
• Monitor market dynamics, customer trends, competitive activity, and industry developments to identify commercial risks, growth opportunities, and potential areas for expansion or diversification.
• Define, track, and review commercial performance metrics, including revenue growth, profit margins, sales conversion rates, customer retention, pipeline strength, marketing effectiveness, and market development initiatives, while providing regular updates to senior leadership and the Board.
• Support strategic initiatives such as mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, investments, and new business ventures by assessing commercial viability, market attractiveness, business risks, and value creation potential.
• Enhance the Group’s commercial governance, capabilities, and performance standards by implementing effective processes, policies, and best practices while fostering a customer-centric, commercially disciplined, and growth-focused culture.