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Finance Director

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an accomplished Finance Director to join a leading retail organisation in Kuala Lumpur. As a key member of the executive leadership team, you will be instrumental in supporting strategic decisions, ensuring robust financial governance, and enhancing profitability and sustainability across a dynamic retail environment.

What you'll do:

As Finance Director based in Kuala Lumpur, you will play an integral role in shaping the future of a thriving retail business. Your expertise will be called upon daily as you guide the development of forward-thinking financial strategies that underpin every aspect of the organisation’s growth agenda.

  • Develop and execute comprehensive financial strategies that align with organisational objectives and drive sustainable long-term growth.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and executive team by providing insightful analysis to inform corporate planning, investment decisions, and market expansion initiatives.
  • Deliver timely, accurate, and actionable financial insights to support both strategic direction and day-to-day operational decision-making across all business units.
  • Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in strict accordance with international accounting standards such as IFRS or local GAAP.
  • Ensure full compliance with tax regulations, legal requirements, and internal policies while managing effective relationships with external auditors and regulatory bodies.
  • Identify potential financial risks proactively and develop robust mitigation strategies to safeguard company assets and reputation.
  • Oversee the annual budgeting process in close collaboration with all departments to ensure alignment with overall business strategy and operational plans.

What you bring:

To excel as Finance Director in this prominent retail organisation based in Kuala Lumpur you will bring extensive experience gained from senior finance roles within similarly complex environments—ideally spanning multi-site operations or fast-moving consumer goods sectors.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related discipline is required; an MBA or Master’s degree is highly regarded for this position
  • Professional accounting qualification such as CPA, CA, ACCA or CIMA is mandatory for consideration
  • At least 10 years of progressive experience within finance or accounting roles—including no less than 5 years spent in senior leadership positions within retail or FMCG environments
  • Demonstrated track record in financial control and reporting within multi-location or high-transaction businesses is essential for success
  • Exceptional analytical skills enabling you to assess trends accurately while identifying risks or opportunities for improvement within complex organisations
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities allowing you to influence stakeholders at all levels effectively while building trust across diverse teams

What sets this company apart:

This is a leading retail organisation renowned for its commitment to customer satisfaction operational excellence community engagement employee well-being. The company invests heavily in training development programmes designed not only enhance technical skills but also foster interpersonal connections build lasting relationships among colleagues at all levels.

What's next:

If you are ready to take on this influential Finance Director role where your expertise can shape the future success of a leading retail organisation we encourage you to take the next step today!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your journey towards making a real difference starts here.

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

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Finance Director

Industry: Accountancy

Salary: market aligned

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Director

Location: Kuala Lumpur

Job Reference: PDC61L-FD904575

Date posted: 16 June 2025

Consultant: YiChin Loke