Job Description

An experienced and driven Finance Manager to lead financial operations for the Malaysian entity and support audit and tax matters for Singapore. This role reports directly to the Head of Finance and works closely with the Shared Service Centre (SSC) and regional teams across Asia Pacific.

The role plays a critical part in month-end closing, statutory compliance, tax management, audits, and financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and strong internal controls.

Financial Operations

• Report to the Head of Finance and oversee day-to-day financial operations.
• Partner closely with the SSC to manage month-end closing activities, including reconciliations and reporting.
• Support planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Prepare management reports for Senior Management review.
• Manage cost allocation and intercompany recharges across Asia Pacific related entities.

Tax

• Ensure full compliance with applicable tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements (e.g. SST, WHT, e-Invoicing).
• Prepare and ensure timely submission of Corporate Income Tax (CIT) filings, including deferred tax computations and related tax matters with the Tax Authority.
• Lead annual Transfer Pricing documentation and coordinate with external tax consultants to mitigate tax risks.

Audit & Compliance

• Coordinate with external auditors on annual audit processes and required schedules for the Malaysian entity.
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions in compliance with Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS).
• Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory filing requirements.

Process Improvement & Regional Support

• Identify and implement best practices in internal controls and process improvements.
• Support head office initiatives to enhance finance processes across the Asia Pacific region.
• Support the Head of Finance in supervising financial operations for the Singapore entity, when required.
• Participate in projects and ad-hoc assignments as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CPA, or CIMA are highly preferred.
• Big 4 audit experience and/or prior experience as a Finance Manager is an advantage.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in a managerial capacity.
• Strong knowledge of general accounting principles, IFRS, and statutory financial reporting.
• Proven experience supervising tax and audit procedures for both Malaysian and Singapore entities.
• Proficient in financial systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle) with advanced MS Excel skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Candidates available immediately or on short notice will be given priority.

Skills