Assistant Finance Manager

Job Overview

Our client, a leading player in the Industrial Manufacturing & Metals industry, is seeking a capable and independent Assistant Manager / Senior Executive, Accounts to manage a full spectrum of accounting activities. This role is responsible for overseeing month-end closing processes, preparing accurate financial reports, ensuring compliance with statutory and tax regulations, and coordinating external audit activities.

Key Responsibilities

Full Set of Accounts

• Manage and maintain the full spectrum of accounting operations, ensuring completeness and accuracy of financial records.
  

Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly financial statements, management reports, and other reporting deliverables within stipulated timelines.
  

Month-End Closing

• Perform month-end accounting activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules to facilitate timely financial close.
  

Closing & Reporting Deliverables

• Compile, review, and finalize closing schedules and financial reports required for periodic reporting.
  

Accounts Payable & Transaction Processing

• Review invoices, billing records, and payment transactions to ensure accuracy, completeness, and proper authorization.
  

Budgeting Support

• Assist in the preparation, consolidation, and monitoring of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
  

Compliance & Financial Governance

• Ensure financial records and processes comply with applicable accounting standards, tax requirements, and internal control policies.
  

Audit Coordination

• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documents and serve as the key liaison with external auditors during statutory audits.
  

Ad Hoc Assignments

• Support management on special projects, process improvement initiatives, and other assigned finance-related matters.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
  
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience managing full-set accounts and financial reporting activities.
  
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet reporting deadlines with minimal supervision.
  
• Strong communication skills in English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Mandarin. Mandarin proficiency is required to support Mandarin-speaking stakeholders.
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and familiar with accounting systems and ERP platforms.
  
• Willingness to travel locally and internationally as required by business operations.