About the Company
Randstad is exclusively partnering with a rapidly scaling Malaysian Fintech company that is redefining the digital payment landscape. Our client is a licensed payment solutions provider dedicated to simplifying business finances for merchants across the region. With a mission to transform the financial ecosystem through speed, transparency, and innovation, they are currently in a high-growth phase and expanding their finance team to support this trajectory.
We are looking for a versatile, strategic, and hands-on Accountant who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment. This role goes far beyond recording historical data; it is about managing the financial heartbeat across multiple corporate entities—from overseeing complex full sets of accounts to acting as a strategic business partner driving commercial growth and forward-looking financial planning.
About the Job
Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will be the custodian of the company's financial integrity across its group of entities. You will manage the full spectrum of accounting operations while stepping into a vital Finance Business Partnering role. This is an ideal position for a commercially minded finance professional who wants to move beyond routine bookkeeping, partner with cross-functional leaders, and directly influence the strategic direction of a high-growth fintech.
Key Responsibilities
Multi-Entity Accounting & Operations:
Manage end-to-end accounting functions (AP, AR, and GL) across multiple corporate entities within the group.
Perform intercompany billing, reconciliations, and assist in consolidated financial reporting.
Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings in accordance with MPERS/MFRS standards.
Oversee statutory compliance, including the preparation and filing of SST, corporate tax, and other regulatory submissions for all entities.
Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, and company secretaries to ensure smooth audit and compliance processes.
Finance Business Partnering & Strategic Thinking:
Act as a trusted financial advisor to cross-functional departments (e.g., Product, Sales, Operations), bridging the gap between finance and commercial operations.
Evaluate the commercial viability of new fintech products, pricing strategies, and market expansion initiatives.
Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable business insights for non-finance stakeholders.
Drive process improvements, automate financial workflows, and identify scalable solutions to support business growth.
Cash Flow & Treasury Management:
Monitor daily cash flow positions across all entities to ensure sufficient liquidity for operational needs and settlement obligations (highly critical in the payment solutions space).
Manage banking relationships and oversee the reconciliation of high-volume transaction data from payment gateways.
Assist in treasury planning to optimize working capital and fund allocation across the group.
Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis:
Support the management team in developing annual budgets, rolling financial forecasts, and long-term strategic plans.
Perform comprehensive variance analysis (Actual vs. Budget) to identify trends, mitigate financial risks, and uncover opportunities for cost optimization.
Build and maintain financial dashboards and management reports to guide executive decision-making.
Key Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional qualifications (ACCA, CPA, MIA) are highly desirable.
Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience, including hands-on experience handling full sets of accounts for multiple entities. Prior experience in Fintech, E-commerce, or high-volume transaction environments is a distinct advantage.
Technical Skills: * Strong command of accounting standards and tax regulations (SST/Income Tax).
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Xero, SQL, QuickBooks) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, complex financial modeling).
Attributes:
Strategic Mindset: Proven ability to think strategically, solve complex problems, and align financial goals with broader business objectives.
Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to challenge, influence, and partner effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Agility: Ability to work independently in a dynamic, decentralized, and fast-changing startup environment.
Integrity: High integrity and confidentiality, particularly when handling sensitive financial and commercial data.
If you are a commercial-minded finance professional looking to build your career and make a strategic impact within the booming fintech sector, please apply directly via the job board or reach out to Dex at 0162541577.
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