Head of Finance

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Finance to join a reputable organisation based in Penang. This pivotal role offers you the chance to shape and drive the financial strategy across multiple companies within a growing group, ensuring robust financial operations and supporting ambitious business objectives.

You will be at the heart of financial decision-making, collaborating closely with executive management and key stakeholders to deliver insightful analysis and strategic guidance. The organisation is committed to fostering a supportive environment where your expertise in financial leadership, compliance, and operational excellence will be highly valued. With flexible working opportunities and a culture that encourages professional development, this position is ideal for someone looking to make a significant impact while enjoying a collaborative and inclusive workplace.

• Play a central role in shaping the financial vision and strategy for a group of companies, directly influencing business growth and success.
• Enjoy flexible working opportunities within a supportive team environment that values knowledge sharing, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Benefit from exposure to high-level stakeholder engagement, including board members, auditors, regulatory authorities, and more, enhancing your professional network and experience.

What you'll do:

As Head of Finance based in Penang, you will play an instrumental role in guiding the overall financial direction of several companies within a dynamic group. Your day-to-day responsibilities will see you collaborating with senior leaders to develop robust strategies that underpin sustainable business growth. You will manage comprehensive finance functions—ranging from accounting oversight to treasury operations—ensuring that every aspect aligns with best practices and regulatory requirements. By providing clear financial analysis and reports to stakeholders, you will empower data-driven decisions throughout the organisation. Your ability to maintain strong internal controls while engaging confidently with external partners such as auditors and regulators will be crucial. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to lead on complex corporate exercises like acquisitions or restructurings. Success in this role requires not only technical expertise but also excellent interpersonal skills to foster trust across teams and departments.

• Provide leadership in developing and continuously evaluating both short-term and long-term strategic financial planning frameworks to support the group’s ongoing business growth.
• Oversee all finance functions including accounting, costing, treasury, corporate finance, working capital management, budgetary control, tax planning, and internal control processes.
• Take responsibility for timely and accurate financial reporting and analysis, presenting key insights to stakeholders across the organisation.
• Ensure effective internal controls are maintained in line with MFRS standards as well as all relevant regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reporting.
• Represent the company in engagements with board members, bankers, auditors (both internal and external), tax agents, company secretaries, regulatory authorities, and other parties to ensure full compliance with statutory requirements.
• Evaluate, structure, and implement corporate exercises such as acquisitions, project financing initiatives, restructuring activities, and other strategic projects.
• Advise executive management on the financial implications of various business activities to support informed decision-making at the highest level.
• Undertake ad-hoc assignments as required by executive management or the board to address emerging needs or special projects within the group.

What you bring:

To excel as Head of Finance in this organisation, your background should reflect substantial experience managing diverse finance functions within large or multi-entity businesses. Your academic achievements—supported by professional qualifications—will provide a solid foundation for overseeing complex accounting systems and ensuring compliance with local regulations. Beyond technical proficiency, your interpersonal strengths will allow you to build trusted relationships across departments while representing the company externally with confidence. Your approach should be marked by empathy for colleagues’ perspectives combined with an unwavering commitment to accuracy and transparency. A history of successfully navigating IPOs or similar corporate transactions would further distinguish your candidacy. Above all else, your ability to nurture teams through change while upholding ethical standards will set you apart as an invaluable member of the leadership group.

• Hold a degree in Accountancy or Finance complemented by a recognised professional accounting qualification such as CA, CPA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent credentials.
• Demonstrate at least 10 years’ experience in progressive financial leadership roles within complex organisational structures.
• Possess recent experience with IPO processes or listings on Bursa Malaysia (considered an added advantage).
• Exhibit excellent time-management abilities alongside strong organisational skills that enable you to balance multiple priorities effectively.
• Showcase outstanding interpersonal skills with the capacity to communicate clearly and collaborate at all levels of an organisation.
• Display a problem-solving mindset paired with critical thinking abilities; able to exercise sound judgement based on accurate analyses delivered promptly.
• Bring proven leadership qualities marked by adaptability and big-picture thinking within environments experiencing rapid business growth.
• Maintain high levels of integrity coupled with dependability; demonstrate urgency when responding to evolving business needs.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its dedication to creating an inclusive workplace where every team member’s contributions are recognised and celebrated. Employees benefit from flexible working opportunities designed to promote work-life balance without compromising on professional achievement. The company places great emphasis on knowledge sharing through regular training opportunities that encourage personal growth alongside organisational success. Its supportive leadership fosters open communication channels so that everyone feels empowered to share ideas or raise concerns. As part of a forward-thinking group committed to responsible business practices and community engagement, you can expect your efforts as Head of Finance to be met with appreciation—and your career ambitions supported every step of the way.

What's next:

If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge where your expertise can truly make a difference, we invite you to explore this unique opportunity further.

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your next career move awaits!

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C