Kerja Sepenuh Masa, Finance Manager di BTI Executive Search Federal Territory - Maukerja

Summary of the Role

We are looking for a hands-on and commercially driven Finance Manager to lead the full spectrum of finance and accounting operations for a growing business in Malaysia, with regional exposure across Southeast Asia.

This role will work closely with the General Manager as a key business partner, supporting strategic decision-making, driving financial visibility, and ensuring strong financial controls across the organization. The successful candidate will take ownership of the P&L, cash flow management, inventory performance, budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting, while supporting the business through its next phase of growth and operational transformation.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance leader who enjoys being close to the business, influencing operational decisions, and building scalable finance processes in a dynamic growth environment. SAP implementation will be a key upcoming transformation project within the business.

Key Responsibilities:

Finance & Accounting Operations

• Lead the full spectrum of finance and accounting activities, including monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, management reports, and business performance analysis
• Manage accounts payable, receivable, bank reconciliations, inventory accounting, and general ledger activities
• Oversee cash flow management, liquidity planning, and timely bank payments
• Maintain balance sheet integrity and ensure accurate P&L reporting
• Ensure proper financial record keeping, filing systems, and data confidentiality practices
• Monitor overall financial health and provide timely visibility on business performance

Business Partnering & Commercial Finance

• Work closely with the General Manager and business leaders to support operational and strategic decision-making
• Take ownership of budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial planning activities
• Drive proactive management reporting and business insights to support growth and profitability
• Lead inventory monitoring and planning activities to optimize stock levels and working capital management
• Support business stakeholders with financial analysis, recommendations, and performance tracking
• Handle ad-hoc and time-sensitive requests from regional and headquarters finance teams effectively

Compliance, Tax & Controlling

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, financial policies, statutory requirements, and internal controls
• Coordinate internal and external audit activities and liaise with external consultants where required
• Ensure proper taxation treatment of financial transactions in accordance with Malaysian regulations
• Manage monthly tax filings and statutory submissions
• Support Transfer Pricing and Global Master File processes to ensure regulatory compliance
• Continuously strengthen finance controls, governance, and reporting processes

Systems & Process Improvement

• Support finance process enhancement and operational improvement initiatives
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external consultants on future SAP implementation and finance transformation projects
• Drive continuous improvements in reporting efficiency, finance SOPs, and workflow processes

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACCA, CPA, CA, CIMA) preferred
• Minimum 8–10 years of relevant experience in accounting, financial management, reporting, and controlling
• Strong hands-on experience in inventory management, P&L ownership, cash flow management, and budgeting
• Commercially minded with the ability to work closely with operational and business stakeholders
• Experience in Transfer Pricing and regional reporting exposure would be advantageous
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong analytical, communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Proactive, hands-on, and able to thrive in a fast-paced and evolving business environment
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability
• Experience within pharmaceutical, healthcare, FMCG, or distribution-driven industries would be advantageous