Financial Controller / Head of FinanceID:59421

13,000 MYR ~ 18,000 MYRDamansara Heightsabout 19 hours ago

Overview

  • Salary

    13,000 MYR ~ 18,000 MYR

  • Industry

    Retail, Food Services, Trading Firm, Retail/Distribution(Other)

  • Job Description

    We are seeking a highly experienced and hands-on Finance Controller / Head of Finance to lead the company’s overall finance and accounting function. This role demands strong technical accounting expertise, full ownership of full-set accounts and three financial statements (P&L, Cash Flow and Balance Sheet), and the ability to perform financial statements consolidation across multiple subsidiaries.

    The candidate must be able to work independently, enforce financial discipline across teams, and provide strategic financial leadership to support sustainable business growth. The candidate should also be comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.

    Candidates with strong retail or FMCG experience and a solid understanding of high-volume inventory environments will be highly preferred. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (BC) enterprise system is an advantage.

    Key Responsibilities
    1. Financial Management & Reporting
    - Well versed in the preparation of full set accounts – three financial statements (P&L, Cash Flow and Balance Sheet).
    - Manage intercompany transactions in line with transfer pricing rules.
    - Consolidation of three financial statements and perform intercompany elimination across the group’s subsidiaries.
    - Prepare, review, and finalize monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
    - Deliver accurate and timely management reports, cash flow forecasts, and financial analysis.
    - Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, bankers, and regulatory authorities.

    2. Budgeting, Planning & Control
    - Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
    - Monitor financial performance against budget, identify variances, and implement corrective actions.
    - Provide financial insights, cost control measures, and scenario analysis to support management decisions.
    - Establish and strengthen internal controls, policies, and financial governance.

    3. Leadership & Governance
    - Lead, manage, and enforce discipline across the whole team, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and accountability.
    - Act as a key finance business partner to department heads.
    - Represent finance matters, internal reviews, and enforcement of financial policies.
    - Drive process improvements, system enhancements, and best practices across the finance function.

    4. Compliance & Risk Management
    - Ensure full compliance with statutory requirements, tax regulations, and internal policies.
    - Oversee tax planning, submissions, and audit processes.
    - Identify financial and operational risks and implement mitigation controls.

Qualifications

  • Requirement

    - At least Degree and above in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
    - Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CIMA, ICAEW, or equivalent will be an added advantage.
    - Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience in finance and accounting.
    - Proven experience in a Finance Controller, Head of Finance, or equivalent senior role.
    - Experience in FMCG background will be an added advantage.
    - Strong hands-on experience managing full-set accounts and financial statements.
    - Excellent technical accounting knowledge and financial reporting capability.
    - Strong budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning skills.
    - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
    - Strong leadership presence with the ability to enforce financial discipline across teams.
    - High integrity, firm judgment, and confidence in dealing with senior stakeholders.
    - Good communication and interpersonal skills.

  • English Level

    -

  • Other Language

    Malay, Mandarin, English

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