Finance manager (public listed)

Company Type: Public Listed Company (PLC)Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Finance Manager to lead the finance function of our EPCC operations. The successful candidate will oversee financial reporting, budgeting, project costing, treasury, and regulatory compliance. This role plays a critical part in supporting business growth, ensuring financial discipline, and delivering strategic insights to the leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS) and Bursa Malaysia requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory and tax obligations (e.g. SST, income tax, LHDN, etc.).
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, and regulatory authorities.

• Oversee annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.
• Work closely with department heads and project managers to monitor budget utilization and control.
• Analyze variances between actual results and budgets/forecasts, and recommend corrective actions.

• Monitor project cash flows, budgets, costs, and profitability.
• Collaborate with project and operations teams to ensure proper tracking of revenues and expenses.
• Support contract evaluation and costing for tenders and ongoing projects.

• Manage cash flow planning and ensure sufficient liquidity for operations and project funding.
• Optimize working capital and manage banking relationships, facilities, and covenants.

• Implement and maintain robust financial controls, policies, and procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and reporting systems.
• Ensure adherence to internal control standards and risk management policies.

• Lead and mentor a team of finance professionals.
• Provide financial advice and insights to senior management for strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with procurement, project, and commercial teams.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CIMA, or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 8–10 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 3–5 years in a managerial role.
• Prior experience in an EPCC, construction, or project-based environment is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of MFRS, tax regulations, Bursa compliance, and project accounting.
• Proficient in ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, or similar) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in Mandarin is preferrable

• Opportunity to lead the finance function in a fast-growing, publicly listed EPCC company.
• Dynamic and collaborative work culture.
• Career development and leadership exposure across strategic projects.

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Bachelor Degree

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