Overview
Financial Management & Reporting:
– Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Finance Department.
– Manage cash flow and prepare short-term and long-term cash forecasts.
– Review and report on the company’s financial statements.
– Ensure timely and accurate monthly management accounts and external reporting.
– Develop business plans, annual budgets, and financial forecasts.
– Advise management on financial issues and provide input for strategic decisions.
Taxation & Profitability:
– Lead the company’s taxation planning and ensure compliance with tax regulations.
– Review and monitor product profitability, especially for anti-dumping purposes.
– Develop, review, and manage transfer pricing arrangements.
Internal Controls & Compliance:
– Review, implement and maintain accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with internal and external standards.
– Review and maintain internal control systems to safeguard company assets.
– Ensure proper maintenance of the fixed assets register and insurance coverage (medical and non-life).
– Ensure timely and accurate internal and statutory compliance reporting.
Operations & Strategic Support:
– Set up and manage operations of IPC (International Procurement Center) company.
– Monitor billing, collections, and credit control activities.
– Oversee the preparation of management payroll and review/approve non-management payroll.
– Supervise and ensure smooth functioning of IT operations and ERP systems (SAP).
People Management:
– Provide guidance and support to finance staff in their respective areas of work.
– Develop and monitor staff performance metrics and initiate improvement plans.
– Resolve departmental issues and ensure team efficiency and development.
Stakeholder Engagement:
– Liaise with external parties including bankers, auditors, company secretary, tax agents, and lawyers.
– Coordinate with statutory authorities such as Customs, MIDA, Bank Negara, and others on regulatory matters.
– Ensure all company secretarial matters are in order and up to date.
Key Relationships:
– Executive Leadership Team
– Operations Management
– Sales and Marketing Team
– Human Resources
– Supplier and Vendors
– Customer Service
– Regulatory Bodies
– External Auditors
– Bank and Financial Institutions
– IT
Knowledge/ Skills/ Experience:
Essential Desirable:
– Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA, ACCA, or equivalent professional certification is preferred
– Minimum 8-10 years of experience in a finance leadership role
– Strong knowledge of financial regulations, tax laws, and statutory requirements
– Hands-on experience with ERP systems (preferably SAP).
– Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills
– Familiarity with manufacturing environment.