JOB DESCRIPTION: SENIOR MANAGER, FINANCE
COMPANY OVERVIEW
We are a market-leading telecommunications product and services distributor in Malaysia, specializing in high-volume commercial distribution networks, partner channel management, and subscription-based service delivery. As we continue to expand our regional footprint and diversify our commercial offerings, we are seeking an experienced, strategic, and high-caliber Senior Manager, Finance to oversee our financial governance, commercial performance, and strategic business partnering.
POSITION PURPOSE
The Senior Manager, Finance will direct the end-to-end finance function for our core distribution business in Malaysia. Reporting directly to executive leadership, this position balances strong technical accounting governance, working capital control, and strategic financial decision support.
The successful candidate will serve as a key commercial partner to the CFO and executive management, translating complex transaction data, partner agreements, and channel margins into actionable strategies that drive sustainable margin growth and operational efficiency.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Commercial Strategy & Business Partnering
...- Strategic Financial Advisory: Function as a strategic finance partner to the CFO and executive team, evaluating profitability across product portfolios, commercial channel schemes, wholesale distribution terms, and new business ventures.
- Pricing & Margin Optimization: Conduct rigorous profitability and pricing modeling across high-volume product lines and partner commission structures to maximize gross margins and market competitiveness.
- Planning & Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting, quarterly rolling forecasts, and long-range strategic financial planning exercises. Monitor performance against key business targets, highlighting operational risks and commercial opportunities.
2. Financial Stewardship, Accounting & Reporting
- Statutory Compliance: Oversee the preparation and timely completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements in strict adherence to Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS/IFRS).
- General Ledger & Revenue Governance: Direct complex revenue recognition protocols, inventory costing, balance sheet reconciliations, and general ledger integrity tailored to a fast-paced, high-volume transaction model.
- Working Capital & Treasury Operations: Manage day-to-day liquidity, short-and-long-term cash flow forecasting, inventory turnover, and credit control matrices to ensure optimal working capital deployment.
3. Risk Management, Governance & Audit
- Internal Control Frameworks: Design, implement, and maintain robust internal control systems to safeguard corporate assets and minimize operational exposure across distribution channels.
- Regulatory & Tax Stakeholder Relations: Act as the primary corporate contact for external auditors, tax consultants, and relevant Malaysian regulatory and statutory authorities (including LHDN, SSM, and MCMC).
4. Leadership & Systems Transformation
- Team Development: Supervise, coach, and build capability within the finance department, fostering a performance-driven culture centered on technical excellence and proactive business partnering.
- Process Automation & ERP Enhancement: Lead continuous improvement initiatives across finance systems, reporting tools, and workflow automation to enhance data accuracy and speed of decision-making.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Professional Certifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Professional Qualification is required (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CIMA, MICPA, or equivalent) with active professional membership (e.g., MIA).
Professional Experience
- 8 to 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, with at least 3 to 5 years in a managerial role.
- Prior background in telecommunications, high-volume commercial distribution, FMCG, retail supply chain, or subscription/recurring revenue business models.
- Proven experience working within multi-entity, corporate matrix environments or multinational organizations.
Technical & Strategic Competencies
- Deep expertise in MFRS/IFRS accounting standards, revenue recognition rules, complex inventory costing, and corporate taxation in Malaysia.
- Exceptional commercial acumen with hands-on expertise in financial modeling, pricing analysis, and margin optimization.
- Track record of executing finance transformation, workflow automation, or ERP implementations (e.g., SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics).
Leadership & Soft Skills
- Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence C-suite leaders and cross-functional teams.
- High integrity, strategic analytical agility, and sound commercial judgment.
If you are keen on this role, do apply via this link or reach out to bryant at 0164140218
