Head of Finance

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a strategic and hands-on Head of Finance to join a leading manufacturing group based in Perak.

This pivotal role offers you the chance to shape financial direction, drive operational efficiency, and partner closely with key business units across manufacturing and supply chain functions. As the Head of Finance, you will play a crucial part in supporting business growth, ensuring robust financial controls, and delivering valuable insights that influence high-level decision-making. The organisation is committed to fostering a supportive environment where your expertise in finance can make a tangible impact on both day-to-day operations and long-term strategy. With flexible working opportunities and a focus on professional development, this is an ideal position for someone looking to take their career to the next level within a collaborative and forward-thinking team.

What you'll do:

As Head of Finance based in Perak, you will be entrusted with end-to-end responsibility for shaping the financial health of a dynamic manufacturing group. Your day-to-day will involve not only producing accurate reports but also interpreting complex data sets to inform strategic decisions. You will work closely with Operations, Procurement, Plant teams, and other key stakeholders—ensuring that every aspect of budgeting, forecasting, cash management, compliance, risk assessment, audit coordination, stakeholder engagement, team mentorship, turnaround reviews for underperforming units as well as merger & acquisition evaluations are handled with diligence. Success in this role means being proactive in identifying opportunities for improvement across all facets of finance while nurturing a culture of continuous learning within your team. Your ability to communicate clearly across departments will be vital as you help drive efficiency initiatives that underpin sustainable growth.

• Prepare comprehensive financial reports including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements to provide clear insights into company performance.
• Develop annual budgets and detailed financial forecasts in close collaboration with other departments to align financial objectives with overall business goals.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes by managing invoicing, billing, collections, and payments to ensure accuracy and timeliness in all transactions.
• Monitor cash flow and liquidity daily to optimise fund usage while ensuring sufficient resources are available for ongoing operations and obligations.
• Conduct thorough financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement, providing actionable recommendations to senior management.
• Ensure full compliance with tax regulations by overseeing the preparation and filing of all relevant tax returns including income tax, sales tax, and payroll tax.
• Establish robust internal controls and procedures designed to safeguard company assets, prevent fraud, and maintain the integrity of financial data.
• Develop forward-looking financial strategies that support business growth initiatives such as expansion or cost reduction efforts while providing critical insights for strategic decisions.
• Coordinate seamlessly with internal and external auditors during audits by preparing documentation and offering support to ensure adherence to auditing standards.
• Build strong relationships with banks, vendors, financial institutions, and other stakeholders to facilitate financing activities, credit arrangements, and other essential financial operations.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop finance staff by providing guidance, training opportunities, and ongoing support aimed at achieving high performance across the team.
• Identify potential financial risks within the business environment and implement effective mitigation strategies such as hedging or insurance policies.
• Review underperforming business units with a view towards turnaround strategies that protect group profitability while exploring prospects for mergers or acquisitions.

What you bring:

To excel as Head of Finance in this manufacturing and production setting you will bring extensive experience gained from senior finance positions—ideally within similar industrial sectors. Your background should reflect not only technical proficiency but also an empathetic approach towards team development. You will have demonstrated your ability to manage complex reporting cycles while remaining responsive to evolving business needs. Your interpersonal skills will allow you to build trust-based relationships both internally (across departments) and externally (with banks or vendors). A commitment to upholding ethical standards coupled with sensitivity towards risk management ensures that you can navigate regulatory landscapes confidently. Your understanding of cost structures within manufacturing environments enables you to contribute meaningfully towards operational improvements while supporting broader corporate objectives such as mergers or diversification initiatives.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Business is required; CA / CMA / MBA (Finance) qualifications are highly desirable for this position.
• A minimum of 10–15 years’ experience in finance roles with at least 5 years spent within operations or manufacturing finance environments is essential.
• Demonstrated expertise in cost accounting principles alongside deep familiarity with factory finance processes and supply chain metrics is necessary.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills combined with advanced analytical abilities are needed to interpret data effectively for decision-making purposes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel along with strong capabilities in financial modelling is expected; experience using ERP systems such as SAP would be advantageous.
• A proven track record in establishing internal controls that safeguard assets while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements is important.
• Experience managing accounts payable/receivable processes including invoicing systems ensures smooth transactional workflows throughout the business cycle.
• Ability to coordinate audits efficiently by preparing documentation promptly whilst maintaining positive relationships with auditors is valued highly.
• Strong mentoring skills are required so you can guide junior finance staff through training programmes aimed at professional development within the department.
• Experience evaluating underperforming business units as well as reviewing proposed transactions related to mergers or acquisitions will set you apart from other candidates.

What's next:

If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge where your expertise can truly make a difference within a supportive team environment then we encourage you to apply now!

Apply today or email me at jack.moh@robertwalters.com.my to discuss this new opportunity.

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