Assistant Finance Manager

An Assistant Finance Manager job has become available at a company in metal manufacturing industry based in Port Klang.

You will benefit from exposure to international best practices, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a tangible impact on business outcomes while working closely with senior finance leaders across Southeast Asia.

• Attractive annual salary between RM120,000 and RM144,000 with the possibility of a permanent position based on your achievements and contributions.
• Work within a globally recognised manufacturing environment that values sustainability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Gain hands-on experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and senior leadership while developing your expertise in financial management and reporting.

What you'll do:

Success in this role means not only maintaining rigorous standards of accuracy but also contributing valuable insights that drive operational efficiency throughout the organisation.

• Prepare and submit monthly financial reports using Cognos Controller while ensuring timely completion of balance sheet reconciliations and related documentation.
• Perform comprehensive month-end closing activities including overhead allocations and account reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.
• Analyse variances between actual results and budgeted figures to provide actionable insights for business decision-making.
• Supervise finance department staff by offering guidance, support, and training to foster both individual development and team success.
• Ensure all financial transactions are processed accurately and promptly in accordance with established accounting standards such as GAAP and IFRS.
• Manage payroll processes as well as accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, bank reconciliations, and allocations; act as backup when necessary to ensure continuity.
• Oversee cash flow management, inventory levels, debtor collections, and creditor payments in alignment with annual KPIs to optimise working capital.
• Monitor debtor collections closely and apply bad debt provisions according to group policy while reviewing inventory reports for obsolete stock provisions.
• Lead monthly variance analysis submissions and provide detailed cost analyses to support margin optimisation, pricing strategies, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Develop annual financial budgets aligned with business objectives; prepare standard product costing budgets each year to guide strategic planning.
• Oversee asset management activities including tracking capital purchases, managing asset capitalization and depreciation schedules, and conducting annual asset verifications.
• Ensure full statutory compliance by liaising with auditors and tax agents for statutory reporting requirements including corporate tax filings, SST submissions, transfer pricing documentation; coordinate with bankers, lawyers, consultants, and relevant authorities as needed.

What you bring:

Your collaborative mindset enables seamless cooperation across multiple departments—including operations/supply chain/sales—while your excellent interpersonal abilities help cultivate supportive relationships both within your immediate team environment as well as more broadly throughout the organisation.

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in accounting or finance roles within the manufacturing sector including at least 3 years in a managerial capacity where you have guided teams towards shared objectives.
• Professional qualification such as ACCA or MIA (or equivalent) is preferred along with strong expertise in IFRS/MFRS standards; Big 4 audit background would be highly advantageous for this position.
• Proficiency in WRS/SAP systems combined with advanced Microsoft Excel skills enables you to analyse complex data sets effectively; familiarity with Power BI is desirable for generating actionable insights from trends identified during analysis.
• Comprehensive understanding of manufacturing pricing models coupled with practical knowledge of cost accounting principles ensures accurate budgeting/forecasting processes are maintained at all times.
• Demonstrated ability to manage end-to-end financial planning cycles—from initial budget development through final reporting—while ensuring strict adherence to tax compliance/audit practices (both internal/external).
• Experience working collaboratively alongside operations/supply chain/sales teams allows you to build strong interdepartmental relationships that enhance overall business performance through effective communication/sharing of information.
• Excellent interpersonal skills enable you to nurture positive working relationships within your team as well as across other departments; your empathetic approach fosters trust/respect among colleagues which supports organisational cohesion.

What sets this company apart:

With clear pathways progression available those who demonstrate commitment/excellence consistently over time there’s always opportunity advance further within organisation itself whether through taking on new responsibilities/projects internally moving into more senior positions externally if desired later down line eventually perhaps even internationally someday soon potentially too!

What's next:

If you are ready to take the next step in your finance career within a globally respected manufacturing environment that values collaboration and professional growth, this is your opportunity to shine—apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided below.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

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