Financial controller (manufacturing)

Job Description: Financial Controller (FC) / Senior Finance ManagerDetailValueJob Title

Financial Controller (FC) / Sr. Finance Manager

Department

Finance & Treasury (F&T)

Job Grade

M1 / M2

Reporting To

COO, CFO, and Group Financial Controller (GFC)

Job Summary

To head the Finance & Treasury function, taking charge of and managing the overall efficiency of the entire operating unit of the division.

Key Responsibilities

• Policy Adherence: Ensure strict adherence to Group policies and procedures; develop more stringent policies to achieve growth and profitability objectives.
• Financial Planning: Plan and oversee costing, financial, and management accounting systems aligned with strategic goals.
• Strategic Financial Planning: Collaborate with senior management to develop long-term financial strategies.

• Accounting & Treasury: Lead all costing, financial, and treasury activities while establishing control procedures for accuracy.
• Cash Flow & Analysis: Critically analyze financial information, cash flow projections, budgets, and credit control.
• Operational Analysis: Analyze the financial implications of operational decisions, new business ventures, and acquisitions.
• Technology Integration: Oversee the implementation and management of financial software systems to streamline processes.

• Tax Planning: Efficiently manage tax affairs to ensure compliance and optimization of tax liabilities.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all activities comply with relevant Acts, legal requirements, and ethical standards; oversee statutory accounts in accordance with MFRS/IFRS.
• Bank Relations: Negotiate long-term and short-term financing facilities and maintain relationships with banking partners.
• Reporting to HQ: Prepare and present timely financial and management reports for consolidation.
• Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for investors, auditors, and regulatory bodies.

• Team Development: Establish and maintain a disciplined, well-trained, and highly motivated Finance & Treasury team.
• Risk Management: Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies to safeguard assets.

Job Requirements

• Professional Membership: Must possess membership in recognized professional bodies of Accountants and MIA membership.
• Post-Qualifying Experience: At least 10–15 years of experience in financial and management accounting within a manufacturing setting.
• Audit Background: 3–4 years of experience in Big Four auditing firms is preferable.

• Reporting Standards: Profound proficiency in MFRS and IFRS.
• Tax & Law: In-depth knowledge of tax laws and a comprehensive understanding of the Companies Act.

• Leadership: Strong ability to lead and manage a team effectively with excellent communication skills.
• Hands-On Approach: Direct engagement with daily operations, including budgeting and forecasting.
• Proactive & Detailed: Demonstrates foresight in identifying financial challenges and maintains meticulousness in reporting.
• Ethical Conduct: Integrity in handling confidential information and aligning management with organizational strategy.

• skills

• qualifications

• education

Bachelor Degree

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