Chief Financial Officer (Public Listed)

About the Client

Our client is an established and growing group of companies with diversified operations across manufacturing, timber, and F&B sectors. The Group is publicly listed and is committed to operational excellence, strategic expansion, and strong corporate governance. As part of their continued growth and commitment to best practices, they are seeking a seasoned finance leader to join their senior management team.

About the Job

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will be responsible for leading the overall financial function of the Group, including day-to-day finance and accounting operations, corporate reporting, compliance with Bursa Malaysia listing requirements, and strategic financial planning. This role works closely with the Board of Directors and Managing Director to drive business performance, manage risk, and support key initiatives such as fundraising, investments, mergers and acquisitions, and business expansion. The CFO will also oversee non-finance areas including administrative matters for certain subsidiaries and the IT department within the manufacturing division.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-dayfinance and accounting operations, ensuring a well-coordinated andefficient department.
• Report directly tothe Board of Directors on financial and operational matters.
• Ensure fullcompliance with statutory requirements including IFRS, Income Tax Act,Bursa Listing Requirements, SC guidelines, and Companies Act.
• Lead budgeting,business planning, monthly management reporting, product costing,taxation, and ad-hoc financial analysis.
• Implement and manageeffective risk management frameworks and internal controls.
• Manage cash flow,fundraising, investment activities, and public listing-related matters.
• Review monthlyconsolidated accounts, quarterly results, and corporate announcements.
• Oversee productcosting and investigate variances between actual results and budgets.
• Provide training andguidance to non-finance staff on finance-related matters.
• Superviseadministrative functions for specific subsidiaries (Timber and F&B).
• Manage the Group'snon-life insurance policies and ensure safety & health compliance.
• Oversee mergers,acquisitions, and financial due diligence where required.
• Align financialpolicies and reporting frameworks across the Group to ensure consistencyand transparency.
• Provide strategicinput on business expansions, partnerships, and investment opportunities.
• Oversee the ITdepartment (Manufacturing) to align technology investments with financialobjectives and optimize IT expenditures.
• Ensure IT systemsand financial data security comply with industry regulations.

Job Requirements

• Degree holder inAccounting, Finance, or a related professional qualification (e.g., ACCA,CPA, CIMA is an advantage).
• Minimum of 6 yearsof working experience in Accounting & Finance, with proven experienceat a senior leadership level (e.g., Financial Controller, Head of Finance,or CFO).
• Experience with apublicly listed company or exposure to Bursa compliance is highlypreferred.
  
  

Please be informed that only shortlisted candidate will be notified.

For more information, you may reach out to Jamie at her email at [Confidential Information] or WhatsApp her at +6012 238 9953

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