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Finance Director (Public Listed Manufacturer)Talent Recruit • Penang, Malaysia
Finance Director (Public Listed Manufacturer)

Finance Director (Public Listed Manufacturer)

Talent Recruit • Penang, Malaysia
1 day ago
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Job description

Company Background

We are representing our client a public listed manufacturing group in Malaysia with a strong track record of growth and operational excellence. With diversified business segments and a solid presence in both local and international markets, the company continues to expand through innovation, strategic investments, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Work Location : Penang

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Finance Director to lead the full spectrum of financial management for a well-established public-listed group. This role will oversee group-wide financial planning, reporting, governance, tax, and treasury functions, while partnering closely with senior leadership to drive financial performance, compliance, and strategic growth initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Strategy

  • Lead the annual group budgeting process covering income statements, business units, and corporate functions.
  • Revise and update financial forecasts to support strategic decisions.
  • Assess new investment proposals, including financial viability, risks, and funding requirements.
  • Present group financial results and insights during senior management meetings.

Financial Reporting & Compliance

  • Review group consolidation worksheets and quarterly financial results.
  • Oversee audited financial statements and liaise with auditors during interim and final audit cycles.
  • Review monthly management financial reports for accuracy and relevance.
  • Oversee corporate tax, deferred tax computations, tax returns, tax estimates, and tax planning.
  • Review Sales & Service Tax (SST) returns.
  • Review the annual report and ensure reporting accuracy.
  • Ensure internal governance and SOP compliance, including approval of customer process applications and IT infrastructure requests.
  • Financial Controls & Operational Oversight

  • Approve purchase orders, payment requests, CAPEX forms, credit notes, and related financial approvals.
  • Approve sales orders that exceed credit limits or credit terms.
  • Review insurance coverage for company assets and coordinate claims with relevant departments.
  • Review tenancy, contract, and agreement documentation.
  • Monitor debtors ageing, non-moving stock ageing, and collaborate with relevant teams on resolutions.
  • Assess expected credit loss (ECL) and determine necessary provisions.
  • Coordinate annual stock take, assess variances, and approve stock adjustments.
  • Review internal audit reports and ensure closure of findings.
  • Treasury, Banking & External Relations

  • Review and evaluate banking facilities documentation.
  • Address queries from financial institutions during annual reviews.
  • Support group liquidity planning, financial risk assessment, and capital management.
  • Leadership & People Management

  • Approve manpower requisition and job application forms for recruitment.
  • Oversee CSR-related budgeting and coordinate with internal teams.
  • Provide financial guidance to cross-functional departments to ensure alignment with corporate goals.
  • Undertake any additional tasks assigned by the Group Managing Director.
  • Requirements

  • Professional Certification such as ACCA / CPA / MICPA or equivalent.
  • Min 12 years of progressive finance experience, including several years in senior management.
  • Strong technical expertise in financial reporting, tax, consolidation, budgeting, and governance.
  • Experience in a public-listed manufacturing industry.
  • Strong commercial awareness, leadership skills, and stakeholder management capabilities.
  • Excellent communication and analytical skills.
  • Consultant In-Charge :

    Adelene | adelene@ talentrecruit.com.my | +60123343582 (WhatsApp)

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