Assistant Accounts Manager / Senior Executive (Reporting)

Our client is a rapidly expanding, diversified group with market-leading brands across the automotive, FMCG, and tech sectors. With a strong regional presence and a commitment to professional excellence, they offer a dynamic corporate environment that values innovation and data-driven decision-making. The group is known for its vibrant culture, including top-tier employee wellness facilities and significant regional exposure.

We are looking for a meticulous Assistant Manager / Senior Executive, Reporting to manage the financial reporting and consolidation functions for the group. Candidates with a background in external or internal audit are strongly preferred, as this role requires a high level of technical proficiency, an eye for detail, and the ability to ensure robust statutory compliance across diverse business units.

• Financial Reporting & Consolidation: Oversee full-spectrum accounting functions (AP, AR, Bank Recon) and lead the month-end and year-end closing processes for group entities.

• Audit & Compliance: Facilitate the year-end audit process by preparing lead schedules and ensuring all financial disclosures meet statutory and group reporting standards.

• Performance Analysis: Develop and maintain advanced financial dashboards to track KPIs, providing management with actionable insights into business performance.

• Process Improvement: Evaluate internal controls and accounting workflows to identify areas for automation or efficiency, leveraging your audit lens to mitigate financial risks.

• Stakeholder Management: Act as a key liaison between operations and finance to resolve complex accounting issues and ensure data integrity across the ERP system.

• Ad-hoc Reporting: Support the Group Finance Manager with specialized financial analysis, budgeting, and general administrative assignments as needed.

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Finance/Accountancy. Professional qualification (ACCA/CPA/MIA) is a significant advantage.

• Experience: At least 35 years of relevant experience. Prior experience in a professional audit firm (Big 4 or mid-tier) is highly preferred.
  

• Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of MFRS/IFRS, financial consolidation, and the ability to interpret complex data sets.

• Languages: Proficiency in English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Mandarin is required to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders and regional partners.

• Attributes: Analytical, self-motivated, and able to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-industry environment.

• Software: High proficiency in Excel and experience with ERP systems (experience with dashboarding tools like Power BI is a plus).