Assistant Finance Manager (Shared Services Hub)

Overview

Sedgwick Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia By joining Sedgwick, you''ll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Assistant Finance Manager (Shared Services Hub) Job Summary We are looking for a meticulous and proactive

Assistant Finance Manager

to support the Finance Manager in overseeing the financial operations of our Shared Services Centre. This role is instrumental in ensuring the accurate and timely execution of key finance functions, including month-end and year-end closings, transaction processing, and compliance activities across multiple APAC entities. Operating within a centralized finance hub, the position emphasizes operational excellence and adherence to global financial standards, without carrying direct regional managerial responsibilities. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical acumen, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to continuous process improvement within a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Finance Manager in overseeing day-to-day financial operations within the Shared Services Centre.

Coordinate and execute month-end and year-end closing activities for multiple APAC entities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Review journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, and intercompany transactions to ensure compliance with accounting standards.

Supervise and guide finance hub teams responsible for :

Order-to-Cash (OTC) – cash application processes

Procure-to-Pay (P2P) – vendor invoice processing and payments

Record-to-Report (R2R) – financial reporting and reconciliations

Monitor team performance to ensure service level agreements (SLAs) and deadlines are met.

Identify opportunities for process improvements and support automation initiatives within the hub.

Ensure adherence to and regular updates of standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Provide training, guidance, and support to junior team members to build team capability.

Assist with ad hoc tasks and projects as assigned by the Finance Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional qualifications (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, CPA, MIA) are preferred.

5–8 years of relevant experience, ideally within a shared services or finance hub environment.

Solid understanding of OTC, P2P, and R2R processes.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Blackline).

Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Sedgwick retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Finance and Sales

Industries Insurance

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