cfo (penang).

Supervises: Group Finance, Accounting, Treasury, Tax, Investor Relations, Internal Audit

Role Overview

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join a publicly listed manufacturing company based in Malaysia’s northern region. This role is critical in leading the financial health, governance, and strategic direction of the company. The CFO will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, driving financial performance, investor confidence, and long-term business sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Serve as a key advisor to the CEO and Board on financial strategy, capital planning, and long-term value creation.

• Provide strategic leadership in evaluating business expansion, joint ventures, and M&A opportunities.

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee preparation and accuracy of consolidated financial statements, reports to Bursa Malaysia, quarterly earnings, and annual reports.

• Ensure timely and compliant reporting under MFRS/IFRS and Bursa Malaysia listing requirements.

• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities across group entities.

Business & Operational Finance

• Partner with operations, production, and supply chain teams to drive cost control, working capital optimization, and productivity improvements.

• Provide financial insights for pricing strategies, investment decisions, and capacity planning.

Investor Relations & Capital Markets

• Manage relationships with investors, analysts, and regulatory bodies.

• Support investor engagement, AGMs, and disclosures to maintain market confidence and regulatory compliance.

• Oversee capital raising exercises, dividend policies, and funding strategies.

Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Lead enterprise risk management and internal control initiatives across the group.

• Ensure compliance with tax, audit, treasury, and statutory obligations locally and regionally.

• Liaise with external auditors, company secretary, tax consultants, and legal counsel.

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor the finance team to build capability, succession planning, and a performance-driven culture.

• Drive continuous improvement through automation, digital reporting tools, and best practices.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or equivalent; Professional Qualification such as ACCA, CPA, or CIMA is required.

• Minimum 15 years of finance experience, with at least 5 years in a CFO or senior finance leadership role, preferably in a listed manufacturing environment.

• Proven experience in financial reporting, treasury, investor relations, and business partnering within a production-intensive company.

• Strong working knowledge of MFRS, Bursa Malaysia listing rules, and regulatory frameworks.

• Familiarity with ERP systems, manufacturing cost structures, and group consolidation.

• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and strategic thinking skills.

• Strong command of English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin is an advantage due to engagement with Chinese-speaking stakeholders.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience in working with public listed companies or in IPO preparation.

• Exposure to cross-border manufacturing operations (ASEAN, China, etc.).

• Hands-on approach with strong business acumen and high integrity.

If you are keen on this role, do apply via this link or reach out to bryant at 0164140218