Finance Executive

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations

• Maintain daily bank balances and payment listings.

• Process payments, including vendor invoices, staff claims, and refunds.

• Oversee inter-company transactions and ensure accurate allocation of deferred revenue.

• Liaise with operational teams on fee collection and reconciliation matters.

• Maintain full set of accounts and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

• Work closely with the Operations team to support financial planning, cost monitoring, and business performance.

Month-end and Year-end Close

• Review the accuracy of monthly reports prepared by the external accountant.

• Perform monthly variance analysis, highlight trends, and provide recommendations.

• Prepare monthly closing schedules for balance sheet items and perform monthly inter-company reconciliations.

• Assist in reconciling and resolving discrepancies in financial statements.

• Prepare detailed budgets and forecasts, including monthly budget variance analysis with actionable recommendations.

Compliance and Reporting

• Monitor and ensure compliance with financial policies, internal controls, and statutory requirements.

• Prepare and assist with annual budgeting activities.

• Ensure timely compliance with all Malaysia statutory requirements, including Annual General Meetings (AGM), Annual Return submissions, corporate tax filings, and other statutory obligations.

• Coordinate and liaise with external auditors, tax agents, company secretaries, and regulatory authorities to facilitate audits, tax submissions, and statutory compliance.

Ad-hoc Projects and Administration

• Manage ad-hoc financial projects such as software implementation or process automation.

• Provide administrative support as needed, ensuring smooth coordination across teams.

• Utilise financial software (e.g., Xero) for daily operations, ensuring accuracy and system integrity.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Curate and present monthly financial data to senior management, facilitating strategic discussions and decision-making.

• Chair and present monthly financial review meetings, providing financial insights, variance analysis, and recommendations.

• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and other consultants to facilitate smooth financial processes and audits.

• Collaborate with regulatory authorities and institutions on compliance-related matters where required.

• Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders to streamline financial processes and enhance organisational efficiency.

• Partner closely with the General Manager and Directors by providing financial analysis, strategic insights, and support for business planning and decision-making.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• Professional qualification (CPA, ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW or equivalent).

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in financial accounting or reporting.

• Hands-on experience managing a full set of accounts.

• Strong knowledge of IFRS and applicable accounting standards.

• Good knowledge of Malaysia statutory compliance, including AGM, Annual Return, corporate tax, and statutory filing requirements.

• Experience liaising with external auditors, tax agents, and company secretaries.

• Experience using Xero accounting software is preferred.

• Advanced proficiency in Google Sheets, Docs, and Slides.

• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.

• Strong team player.

• Regional finance exposure across Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, and/or Hong Kong will be an added advantage.

Competencies and Attributes

• Dedicated, meticulous, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities and deadlines.

• Resilient under pressure, particularly during reporting cycles.

• Collaborative team player with leadership potential.

• Proactive mindset with a continuous improvement orientation.

• Confident communicator with the ability to present financial information to senior management and influence business decisions.

Job Details

• Remote Arrangement

• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM