Job Description

About the Job
Established in 2022, our client serves as the regional sales and marketing arm for a full range of material handling equipment (MHE) across Southeast Asia. As part of a globally recognized company group, the organization is strategically focused on rapid market penetration, offering localized stock, spare parts, service, and training. Supported by its manufacturing counterpart located in Port Klang--operating since 2013 with extensive production capacity--our client is poised for aggressive growth and regional leadership in the MHE sector.
We are currently seeking a Finance Manager to lead the finance and accounts team. This role requires full responsibility for accounting, financial analysis, costing, and strategic financing decisions. This is a critical leadership role offering long-term career prospects within a growing regional enterprise.
Working Hour
Monday - Friday 08.30am - 05.30pm
Job Responsibilities

• Oversee the full spectrum of accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, tax, audit, and financial reporting.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, and financial performance monitoring to support the company's strategic goals.
• Conduct cost analysis and develop pricing strategies, including landed cost calculations (e.g., import duties, freight, insurance, warehousing), to optimize margins and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with local tax laws, financial reporting standards, statutory regulations, and internal policies.
• Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to senior management for business planning and decision-making.
• Manage banking relationships and financing activities, including working capital management, trade financing (e.g., Letters of Credit, Trust Receipts, Bank Guarantees), and investment planning.
• Monitor foreign exchange exposure and implement hedging strategies to minimize currency risks in cross-border transactions.
• Coordinate with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and relevant authorities to ensure accurate documentation and compliance with import/export regulations.
• Implement and maintain strong internal controls and standard operating procedures to improve financial accuracy, accountability, and efficiency.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, and government agencies for financial audits, tax submissions, and regulatory matters.
• Lead, mentor, and support the finance team, fostering a high-performance, accountable, and collaborative work environment.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams such as logistics, procurement, and sales to align financial planning with operational activities.

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional accounting certifications preferred (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Familiarity with Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS) and local tax laws.
• At least 10 years of relevant finance and accounting experience, with a minimum of 3-5 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Proven experience handling full sets of accounts, financial reporting, and strategic financial planning.
• Solid background in import-export trading, distribution, or manufacturing with international trade exposure.
• Hands-on experience with trade finance instruments such as Letters of Credit (LCs), Trust Receipts (TRs), and Bank Guarantees.
• Familiarity with foreign exchange (FX) exposure management, especially in multi-currency environments.
• Prior involvement in costing, pricing strategy, and landed cost calculation is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of customs, shipping documentation, and regulatory compliance in cross-border trade.