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Finance Project Lead

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This job is for a Finance Project Lead who helps improve finance processes and systems. You might like this job because it combines tech skills and teamwork, while supporting innovative finance projects across the globe!

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Kuala Lumpur, MY, MY, Kuala Lumpur

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Job Summary
The Finance Transformation Executive will support the execution of global finance transformation initiatives, focusing on process improvement, automation, and systems integration. This role requires a technically savvy individual who can bridge business needs with technical solutions, collaborate with internal stakeholders, and coordinate with external vendors to deliver impactful changes across finance functions.

 

Job Responsibilities

  • Coordinate business and system requirements for transformation initiatives 
  • Manage project timelines and ensure timely delivery of key milestones
  • Communicate updates and progress to internal stakeholders and leadership
  • Collaborate with business users and technical teams to define needs and solutions 
  • Liaise with external vendors to ensure successful project execution
  • Support users with issue resolution and process guidance 
  • Address ad-hoc finance and system-related inquiries within defined timelines
  • Guide stakeholders through change initiatives and process enhancements
  • Foster collaboration across global finance, operations, and IT teams 
  • Take ownership of assigned workstreams or project components 
  • Promote a culture of innovation and continuous improvement 
  • Demonstrate initiative and self-leadership in solving complex problems

 

Functional skills and knowledge

  • Solid understanding of core finance processes (e.g., AP, AR, GL) 
  • Strong knowledge of Treasury Management practices 
  • Experience with Treasury Management Systems (e.g., Kyriba) is a plus
  • Proficiency with ERP systems and finance tools (e.g., SAP, GAPIM, Vendor Master) is a plus
  • Skilled in process mapping and business process improvement 
  • Familiarity with project management and system implementation methodologies
  • Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions
  • Hands-on experience with finance applications, digital tools, and automation systems


Soft skills

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder collaboration 
  • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret business and technical requirements 
  • Self-motivated, accountable, and capable of working independently or within a team 
  • Organized, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering high-quality outcomes 
  • Adaptable and eager to grow in a dynamic, fast-paced environment


Education 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
  • Training or certification in project management (PMP, PRINCE2) or process improvement (Lean Six Sigma) is desirable

 

Work Experience

  • 1–2 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, or transformation-related roles
  • Prior involvement in finance system implementations or business process improvement projects
  • Experience working with or supporting global teams and external vendors is advantageous


Job Requirements


Company Benefits

Be entrepreneurial

Innovate, identify business opportunities, and take ownership to drive growth for our partners and yourself.

Learn and develop

On-the-job learning is complemented by more formal learning through our in-house Fantree Academy.

Work hybrid

In many roles, benefit from opportunities for flexible work arrangements from remote working to agile team set ups.


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We provide reliable access to high-quality and responsible products and services, creating sustainable value for our partners and contributing to raising the quality of life in the communities we operate in by generating jobs, perspectives, and opportunities for people’s development and growth. Delivering life-saving drugs to hospitals, bringing high-quality products to remote villages, installing technology that...