Assistant Finance Manager (Group Finance & Operations)
Location: Kuala Lumpur (Hybrid)
Company: S20 Group
Employment Type: Full-time
About S20 Group
S20 Group is a multi-entity business group operating across digital services, technology, and venture building, with operations in Malaysia and Singapore.
As the group grows, we are strengthening our finance function to ensure clarity, discipline, and compliance across all entities. This role is critical in ensuring finance is well-run, well-controlled, and reliable.
We are hiring an Assistant Finance Manager to take ownership of day-to-day finance operations across the group, reporting directly to the Group CEO and working closely with an external CFO-level advisor for periodic review and guidance.
Role Overview
The Assistant Finance Manager is responsible for end-to-end finance operations, including accounting, cash flow management, statutory compliance, and reporting across multiple companies.
This is a hands-on role. You are expected to operate independently, apply sound accounting judgment, and ensure finance operations run smoothly without constant supervision.
While CFO-level advisory support is available for review and strategic guidance, this role owns execution and day-to-day financial operations.
Key Responsibilities
Finance Operations & Accounting
- Manage full sets of accounts (AP, AR, GL, billings, collections) across multiple entities using Xero.
- Oversee invoicing, quotations, monthly retainers, and revenue tracking, including deferred revenue where applicable.
- Lead month-end closing, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely reporting.
- Prepare monthly management reports, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow summaries.
- Perform bank reconciliations and ensure financial records are always up to date.
- Cash Flow & Payment Management
- Monitor cash flow positions, prepare payment schedules, and manage supplier payments.
- Track receivables, follow up on overdue invoices, and highlight cash-flow risks early.
- Maintain basic cash-flow forecasts and support budgeting discussions.
Statutory, Tax & Compliance
- Ensure timely submission and payment of all statutory obligations, including EPF, SOCSO, EIS, HRDF, SST, withholding tax, and other applicable taxes.
- Handle SST, digital tax, and withholding tax treatments for local and cross-border transactions.
- Coordinate with external auditors, tax agents, and company secretaries
- Ensure audit readiness and proper documentation at all times.
- Process, Controls & SOP Ownership
- Maintain and continuously improve finance SOPs and internal controls.
- Ensure proper documentation, approval workflows, and compliance tracking.
- Identify gaps, risks, or inefficiencies and propose practical improvements.
Cross-Team Coordination
- Act as the primary finance point of contact for operational teams.
- Coordinate with management and external advisors to ensure financial accuracy and alignment.
- Support finance-related administrative and documentation requirements where needed.
Who We're Looking For
Qualifications & Experience
Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- 4–6 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance operations (SME or multi-entity environment preferred).
- Proven experience handling full sets of accounts independently.
- Strong working knowledge of Xero or similar cloud accounting systems.
- Solid understanding of Malaysia statutory requirements, SST, and basic tax treatments.
- Comfortable managing multiple companies and deadlines.
Key Traits
- Independent, disciplined, and accountable — no hand-holding required.
- Strong attention to detail with sound accounting judgment.
- Able to manage priorities and meet deadlines consistently.
- Clear communicator with non-finance stakeholders.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-moving environment where structure is still being refined.
Please Do Not Apply If
❌ You require constant reminders or close supervision to complete work.
❌ You have never handled month-end closing independently.
❌ You are uncomfortable making accounting or compliance decisions.
❌ You prefer a slow, highly structured corporate environment.
❌ You are not comfortable working across multiple entities.
Reporting Line
- Reports directly to the Group CEO.
- Works closely with an external CFO-level advisor for periodic review and guidance.
- May supervise or mentor junior finance staff in the future.
Why Join S20 Group
- High-visibility role with direct exposure to leadership.
- Opportunity to own and strengthen the finance function.
- Exposure across multiple businesses and industries.
- Clear progression path to Finance Manager / Group Finance Lead.
Final Note
This role is for finance professionals who want ownership, responsibility, and growth.
If you are looking for a purely execution-only or admin-level role, this position will not be a good fit.
