Job Description

 Financial Planning & Analysis
- Develop financial strategies, budgets, and forecasts to support retail and e-commerce growth.
- Monitor key financial metrics such as sales performance, profit margins.
- Provide support to financial analysis and provide insights to support business decisions.
- Review operating expenses and cost of goods sold (COGS) to identify opportunities for cost control and optimization.
- Assess gross and net profit margins to evaluate overall business profitability.
Financial Management & Accounting Operations
- Oversee and manage the full set of accounts for Malaysia, Singapore and Hong Kong entities, ensuring compliance with local financial regulations and tax requirements.
- Oversee daily operations and address escalated issues on Accounts Payable processing, Accounts Receivable matters and banking transactions and reconcialiations.
- Oversee and ensure timely completion of financial statements, management reports, and statutory filings.
- Ability to lead the annual stocktake process, work closely with related departments to ensure the accuracy of stock quantities.
- Monitor cash flow, budgeting, and forecasting to optimize financial performance.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and company policies.
- Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Oversee and review petty cash payment, staff claims payment and cash advance payment processing
Consolidation
- Consolidate financial data across multiple entities and business segments to ensure accurate group reporting.
- Perform intercompany eliminations and adjustments to reconcile balances.
- Analyze consolidated financial performance to identify trends and provide strategic insights to leadership.
- Prepare consolidated financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements..
Compliance & Taxation
- Liaise with auditors, tax authorities, and external stakeholders for audits and financial reviews.
- Address audit issues and adjustment proposed by external auditor to finalise statutory accounts.
- Operational Efficiency & Process Improvement
- Streamline financial processes and reporting systems for greater efficiency.
Implement best practices and automation tools to improve accuracy and productivity.
Business Expansion & Financial Process Development
Design and implement financial templates, workflows, and reconciliation processes to support new business models 

Job Requirements

 Education & Experience
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- CPA, ACCA, or an equivalent qualification is preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in the retail or e-commerce industry.
Technical Skills
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formula creation, pivot tables, and financial modeling.
- Experience with accounting software such as SQL and QuickBooks.
- Knowledge of financial regulations and tax laws in Malaysia, Singapore, and Hong Kong.
Soft Skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Leadership skills to mentor and guide junior team members. 

Skills