Assistant Finance Manager

Company Description Funtainment Asia Sdn Bhd is a dynamic player in the retail and consumer products sector, dedicated to delivering exceptional entertainment and recreational experiences. We pride ourselves on our innovative approach to customer engagement and our commitment to operational excellence across our multi-site portfolio. Our mission is to create memorable experiences whilst maintaining the highest standards of service and professionalism across all our locations.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Closing

• Manage monthly financial closing process.
• Review accounting entries and reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly management accounts.
• Produce Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet and Cashflow reports.
• Consolidate financial information across multiple entities.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting.

Cashflow Management

• Prepare weekly and monthly cashflow forecasts.
• Monitor liquidity and working capital.
• Forecast payroll, rental, supplier and capital expenditure commitments.
• Identify cashflow risks and propose mitigation measures.

Outlet Performance Analysis

• Analyse outlet profitability and financial performance.
• Monitor:
• Revenue trends
• Gross margins
• Labour cost %
• Rental cost %
• Inventory cost %
• Outlet contribution margins
• Provide recommendations to improve profitability.

Revenue & Sales Controls

• Review daily sales reconciliation reports.
• Verify cash, card and e-wallet collections.
• Investigate discrepancies and unusual transactions.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of revenue reporting.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Review payment proposals and approvals.
• Strengthen finance SOPs and internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with company policies.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax matters and statutory requirements.

Management Reporting

• Prepare management dashboards and KPI reports.
• Present financial insights and recommendations to Directors.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and business planning.

Team Leadership

• Supervise Accounts Executive(s).
• Review work quality and performance.
• Train and develop finance team members.

Job Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CIMA, ICAEW, MICPA, or equivalent is preferred.
• MIA membership is an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant accounting and finance experience.
• At least 1–2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Experience in retail, F&B, entertainment, franchise, or multi-outlet businesses is highly preferred.
• Experience handling full sets of accounts and preparing management accounts independently.
• Experience managing multiple legal entities and inter-company transactions is an advantage.
• Experience liaising with auditors, tax agents, bankers, and external accountants.