Finance and Administrative Manager

We Are Primal

Primal is the marketing partner designed to meet the needs of brands today. Our different approach of globally-minded yet locally-tuned people sets us apart. With a digital-first approach, our core pillars incorporate: Strategy, Search, Performance, Creative, Social, and Data.

Underpinned by integrated teams that ensure consistency and accelerated results, we're committed to creating impact and deep relationships.

Partnering with Primal means opting for a path less traveled. A commitment to not just progress but to think differently. With us, you're making a statement about your vision for the future. At Primal, we're not just an agency; we deliver outcomes.

Since launching in 2015, we've helped over 300 high-performing brands through our strategic and data-driven marketing approach. We transform the clients we work with. We have a 96% client satisfaction rate, with over 95% of brands choosing to continue working with us on a recurring basis.

Our integrated approach represents our flagship offering to clients, where we apply our proprietary strategic planning process, INSTINCT, designed to close the gap between our clients, their competition, and their customers. This is where everything starts at Primal. It's the essential catalyst for helping transform our brand partners into the successful titans of industry. We specifically blend marketing with a consulting service model that enables clients to identify and overcome the biggest growth challenges.

Role:

The Finance and Administrative Manager is a crucial role that will enable us to ensure financial health, compliance, and smooth day-to-day operations across the organization. Specifically, this entails:

• Leading financial operations including payroll, invoicing, tax management, and compliance.
• Overseeing accounts receivable, accounts payable, and cash management.
• Preparing financial statements, reports, and reconciliations to support decision-making.
• Managing HR-related tasks such as payroll, onboarding, and employee benefits.
• Ensuring proper office administration, vendor management, and workplace maintenance.
• Handling government filings, tax submissions, and corporate compliance requirements.

This role demands a mastery level of financial reporting, tax compliance, payroll management, accounting systems (e.g., Xero), administrative management, and vendor coordination. To be successful, you must have strong organizational skills, high attention to detail, and the ability to work independently with accountability.

Why this is important for you:

You will have a unique opportunity for growth.

First, you'll interact with high-performing brands, which will 'level up' your knowledge and network. You'll also work in a fast-paced environment with amazing people, where you'll have the opportunity to make an immense impact.

Responsibilities:

External

• Ensure compliance with corporate tax returns, audits, and government reporting.
• Maintain accurate payroll processes and employee tax submissions.
• Build strong relationships with auditors, tax advisors, and government authorities.
• Support clients and partners with timely invoicing, collections, and financial communications.

Internal

• Manage financial operations including invoicing, reconciliation, and reporting.
• Oversee HR administration such as onboarding, payroll, and employee benefits.
• Maintain office operations including supplies, equipment, and vendor coordination.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping, filing systems, and company documentation.
• Support internal teams with budgeting, expense monitoring, and resource allocation.

Results:

• Ensure timely and accurate payroll, tax submissions, and financial reporting.
• Maintain compliance with local laws and regulations.
• Keep financial systems updated and reconciled.
• Deliver smooth HR and administrative support that empowers staff productivity.
• Support company operations by maintaining reliable office and administrative systems.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in finance, accounting, and administration.
• Strong knowledge of payroll, tax compliance, and corporate finance.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software (Xero preferred).
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong communication skills and problem-solving mindset.

Location:

Hybrid Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Benefits:

Primal believes people are at the center of every success story. Our team has always claimed that the biggest benefit of being a part of our company is the opportunity to learn. Our fast-paced nature will serve as an accelerant to your professional growth and career.

Our central ethos involves hiring and developing hard-working, high-potential leaders. Success in this role WILL set you up for immense success (both within and outside the company).

In addition, Primal provides competitive compensation and benefits, including:

• Fun and Young Environment
• Company and Team Activities.
• Health Insurance
• Annual Company Retreat
• Social Security
• Annual and Birthday leave
• Skill Development and Training

Primal Core Values:

Our values are the heart and soul of this high-growth company. The right person for this role also holds the same values, subscribes to them, and understands why each is critical to life and business.

• Own It: Take absolute accountability for your actions.
• Get It Done: Operate with urgency and purpose.
• Hungry for Growth: Pursue progress with relentless curiosity and ambition.
• One Tribe: Champion unity through empathy, respect, and trust.
• Lead by Doing: Set the example for others to follow.

Additional Information:

• Candidates are subject to a test of their abilities.