Chief of Finance Officer

Responsibilities

1. Lead and develop the Company's overall financial strategy in alignment with its business objectives, growth plans and long-term corporate direction.
2. Provide strategic financial advice, analysis and recommendations to the CEO, senior management and Board of Directors on business performance, investments, expansion plans, funding, profitability and other major business decisions, and present relevant financial performance and forecasts to support informed decision-making.
3. Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, management accounts and financial reports in accordance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
4. Ensure the accuracy, integrity and timeliness of financial information and maintain proper accounting records across the Company and its subsidiaries.
5. Lead the annual budgeting, financial planning, forecasting and financial modelling processes, including scenario and sensitivity analysis.
6. Monitor actual financial performance against budgets, forecasts and strategic targets, and provide recommendations to improve profitability, efficiency, cost management and overall business performance.
7. Analyze revenue, margins, costs, profitability, cash flow and other key financial indicators to identify business opportunities, financial risks and areas for improvement.
8. Oversee cash flow, liquidity, working capital and treasury management to ensure the Company's financial stability and funding requirements.
9. Develop and oversee appropriate funding, financing and capital management strategies to support the Company's operations, expansion and long-term growth.
10. Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax laws, financial regulations, statutory requirements and Company policies.
11. Lead and oversee statutory audits, tax matters and financial compliance, including liaison with external auditors, tax advisors, regulators and other professional advisors.
12. Lead and oversee the Company's transition from SME-level financial management to a stronger corporate governance and internal control environment suitable for a larger and more structured corporate organization, including strengthening financial policies, processes and controls to safeguard Company assets..
13. Lead the financial aspects of the Company's corporate development and strategic growth initiatives, including financial due diligence, reporting and financial documentation.
14. Liaise with financial institutions, auditors and other professional advisors on corporate, financial and strategic matters.
15. Drive continuous improvement in finance processes, systems, reporting and controls to improve efficiency, accuracy and scalability.
16. Lead, develop and oversee the Finance function to ensure effective financial management, operational excellence and continuous development of the finance team.
17. Ensure a high level of integrity, confidentiality, accountability and professionalism throughout the Finance function.
18. Perform any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the CEO, Board of Directors or Management from time to time.

Qualifications & Experience

1. Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related field.
2. Professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CIMA or equivalent is strongly preferred.
3. Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in finance and accounting, with at least 5 years in a senior finance leadership role such as CFO, Finance Director, Head of Finance, Financial Controller or equivalent.
4. Strong experience in financial strategy, corporate finance, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis and business performance management.
5. Strong knowledge of accounting standards, taxation, financial reporting, corporate governance and regulatory requirements.
6. Proven experience in leading and managing a finance function and developing high-performing finance teams.
7. Strong experience in dealing with auditors, tax advisors, banks, regulators, Board members and other professional stakeholders.
8. Strong understanding of cash flow management, working capital, treasury and corporate financing.

Salary Range

RM20,000 - RM30,000