Job Description
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:
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline. Professional qualifications (ACCA, CPA, CIMA or equivalent) will be an added advantage.
- Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience in finance and accounting, with strong exposure to group consolidation and multi-entity operations.
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, taxation, audit and Malaysian accounting standards (MFRS).
- Strong analytical, leadership and communication skills, with proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel. Experience in retail, F&B or multi-outlet operations will be an added advantage.