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Assistant Finance Manager - Investment Accounting & Reporting (IA&R)

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This job is for an Assistant Finance Manager in Kuala Lumpur, focusing on investment accounting and reporting. You might like this job because it's a key client-facing role where you’ll lead financial analysis and support team development.

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Kuala Lumpur - Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur

Job Description

Assistant Finance Manager - Investment Accounting & Reporting (IA&R)
Job ID
257870
Posted
30-Jan-2026
Service line
Corporate Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Accounting/Finance, Investment Banking, Investment Management
Location(s)
Kuala Lumpur - Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia

Office Location : CBRE KL BSO, Bangsar South


About the Role:

An Assistant Finance Manager will be responsible for service delivery to agreed portfolio of clients in line with agreed client-specific service-level agreements.


What You’ll Do:

  • Key Client contact and ensuring delivery of all reporting for allocated client portfolio.
  • Prepare Prop Co and Holdco reporting and financial statements based on client requirements.
  • Prepare consolidation accounts as needed.
  • To provide bespoke financial analysis reporting as per client requirements e.g. cashflow reporting.
  • Perform review of property managers' financial statements.
  • Perform review of financial statements and analysis prepared by accountants.
  • Preparation of VAT and Income Tax returns.
  • Supporting the team with financial analysis.
  • Preparation of annual standalone and consolidated financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
  • Dividend / distribution calculations, coordination with client appointed tax advisor on approved distribution and management of cashflow process.
  • Responsible for compliance with current procedures to ensure SLAs and KPIs are met within agreed timeframe.
  • Support the business on onboarding of new clients/new portfolio from accounting perspective.
  • Highlighting potential process improvements and working with the Director of the team to implement.
  • Requirement to attend client meetings and internal meetings.
  • Responsible for coaching, developing and generally managing junior team members.
  • Admin support for example company secretary coordination.


What You’ll Need:

  • A professional qualification (e.g. ACCA or CPA Australia or equivalent) is essential.
  • Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal
  • Focused on delivering solutions within agreed timeframes.
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Good time management and prioritisation skills.
  • Proactive and self-motivated.
  • Positive attitude/outlook and flexible approach to work.
  • Ability to remain calm and in control when working under pressure.
  • Should have experience of preparing financial statements and accounting for transactions in according with IFRS.
  • 3-5 years of experience in Real Estate Accounting or Real Estate Fund Accounting.
  • External audit experience would be advantageous.
  • Experience in leading a team of accountants.
  • Experience of working in a business culture that promotes adherence to procedures and controls.
  • Excellent Computer Skills - Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, MS project)

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.


Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.



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Company Benefits

Medical

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision coverage through national carriers.

Voluntary

Includes Accidental Injury, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Basic Legal and Identity Theft Protection

Paid Leave

Paid Time Off accrues for 15 to 30 days each year for sick, vacation and personal time off, with rollover, based on years of service.


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