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Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Executive Recruiters Sdn BhdSelangorMalaysia, Selangor, Malaysia
2 days ago
Job description

Responsibilities

  • Formulate and implement the company’s financial strategies to align with its overall business objectives.
  • Provide strategic advice to the CEO and Board on long-term financial planning and potential investment opportunities.
  • Lead financial planning and analysis (FP&A) initiatives to enhance business growth and profitability.
  • Manage and optimize cash flow, working capital, and liquidity to ensure smooth execution of operations and projects.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with banks, investors, auditors, and other financial institutions.
  • Obtain project financing and efficiently manage the company’s debt structures.
  • Supervise budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes, ensuring adherence to local and international accounting standards (such as MFRS and IFRS).
  • Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports for both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Oversee the timely completion of tax filings, audit requirements, and all statutory compliance obligations.
  • Identify potential financial and operational risks and develop effective mitigation strategies.
  • Implement robust internal controls and policies to protect the company’s assets.
  • Ensure adherence to all regulatory, legal, and corporate governance requirements.
  • Collaborate with project managers and operations teams to monitor project costs, profit margins, and billing cycles.
  • Evaluate and authorize major contracts, procurement activities, and supplier payments.
  • Lead or contribute to ERP implementation and digital transformation initiatives within finance and accounting functions.
  • Supervise, guide, and develop the finance and accounting team.
  • Foster strong cross-functional collaboration to support business operations and promote financial discipline.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Banking, with a recognized professional qualification (such as MIA membership, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent) required.
  • At least 15 years of progressive experience in financial leadership, including a minimum of 8 years in a senior finance position within the construction industry.
  • In-depth knowledge of construction project accounting, cost management, and contract administration.
  • Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.
  • Proven leadership experience in developing and managing high-performing finance teams.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a strong capability to turn data insights into actionable strategies.
  • Exceptional skills in relationship management, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Strong integrity, keen attention to detail, and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
  • Resilient and proactive, with the ability to perform effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

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