Assistant Manager, Finance

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Financial Planning and Analysis:

• Develop and maintain financial models, forecasts, and budgets to support strategic decision-making.
• Analyze financial performance, variances, and trends, providing insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Conduct scenario analysis and sensitivity testing to assess the impact of business decisions on financial outcomes.

2. Financial Reporting and Compliance:

• Prepare and review financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Coordinate external audits and regulatory filings, liaising with auditors, legal counsel, and regulatory authorities as required.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, laws, and reporting requirements by implementing internal controls and procedures.

3. Strategic Planning and Decision Support:

• Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic initiatives, business expansion, and investment opportunities.
• Evaluate capital allocation decisions, including investments, mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, assessing financial viability and risks.
• Collaborate with senior management to develop and execute strategic plans, identifying growth opportunities and operational efficiencies.

4. Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead and mentor a team of financial professionals, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the finance team, promoting professional development and career growth.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination with cross-functional teams, promoting alignment and synergy in financial initiatives.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Handling full sets of accounts.
• Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable and receivable.
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end closing.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements for annual auditor review.
• Develop and manage annual budgets for each business unit in collaboration with department heads.
• Coordinate annual audit and tax processes, ensuring compliance with regulations and adherence to deadlines.
• Liaise with relevant authorities as required.
• Compute and prepare monthly inter-company profit-sharing and billing.
• Analyze and present financial data to various stakeholders for strategic decision-making.
• Mentor and lead the finance team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Manage ad hoc financial projects and initiatives as needed.
• Analyze financial performance, variances, and trends, providing insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Conduct scenario analysis and sensitivity testing to assess the impact of business decisions on financial outcomes.

REQUIREMENT:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field required; Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, ICAEW) preferred.
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting or related field, with 1 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Strong understanding of financial principles, reporting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Advanced proficiency in financial analysis, modeling, and forecasting techniques.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Proficient in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Based in Teraju Pharma Sdn Bhd (Warehouse DC1) at Bandar Bukit Raja, Klang.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: RM3, RM6,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Maternity leave
• Parental leave
• Professional development

Application Question(s):

• Which accounting systems/ERPs have you used?
• How many years' experience do you have as assistant manager/team lead?
• How many years' experience do you have in account & finance?
• What is your expected monthly salary?
• What is your current/last drawn salary?
• What is the duration of your notice period?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: In person