Senior Finance Analyst

A leading global manufacturing and production organisation in Penang is seeking a Senior Finance Analyst to join their dedicated finance team.

This role offers you the opportunity to work within a supportive and inclusive environment, where your expertise in cost accounting, inventory management, and financial reporting will be highly valued. You will play a pivotal part in ensuring accurate production accounting, driving process improvements, and maintaining compliance with internal controls. The company is renowned for its commitment to employee development, offering extensive training opportunities and flexible working arrangements to help you grow both professionally and personally. If you are looking for a role that combines technical excellence with collaborative teamwork, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact.

• Join a globally recognised organisation with a strong reputation for scientific innovation and customer success, providing you with exposure to cutting-edge technology and industry-leading practices.
• Enjoy flexible working opportunities and generous pension contributions, ensuring your wellbeing and long-term security while supporting your professional growth through ongoing training programmes.
• Be part of an inclusive finance team where your knowledge and skills are nurtured, allowing you to contribute to process improvements and cross-functional collaboration in a complex, global environment.

What you'll do:

As a Senior Finance Analyst based in Penang, you will immerse yourself in the day-to-day operations of a dynamic finance team. Your responsibilities span production accounting tasks such as updating standard costs and tracking labour metrics, as well as overseeing project cost allocations. You will be instrumental in managing inventory controls through regular reconciliations and physical audits while leveraging SAP systems for cost settlements. Month-end closings will see you preparing journal entries and generating insightful reports that inform business decisions. Your involvement in audits ensures compliance with regulatory standards while your commitment to process improvement fosters efficiency across the department. By participating in cross-training initiatives, you help build a resilient team capable of adapting to evolving business needs. Your attention to detail when counting fixed assets further supports the integrity of financial records. This role offers you the chance to collaborate closely with colleagues from diverse backgrounds while contributing meaningfully to organisational goals.

• You will manage production accounting processes including updating standard costs, material master data, routing information, labour tracking, and comprehensive variance analysis reporting.
• You will oversee project cost accounting activities, ensuring accurate allocation and monitoring of expenses across multiple projects within the manufacturing or technology environment.
• You will control inventory accounts by performing reconciliations for raw materials, work-in-progress, finished goods, demo units, software assets, and service-related inventories.
• You will conduct physical count audits for inventory and fixed assets, ensuring compliance with internal controls and external audit requirements.
• You will execute cost settlement runs in SAP systems to ensure proper allocation of production costs and maintain accurate financial records.
• You will prepare month-end journal entries, facilitate closing procedures, and generate detailed financial reports covering cost accounting, inventory management, and fixed asset tracking.
• You will reconcile inventory accounts regularly and provide roll forwards on inventory metrics to support transparent reporting and decision-making.
• You will participate actively in external and internal audits by preparing documentation and responding to audit queries related to finance operations.
• You will drive process improvements within the finance function by identifying areas for optimisation and collaborating with colleagues on cross-training initiatives.
• You will perform physical counts and tagging of fixed assets as required while taking on additional duties that support the overall objectives of the finance department.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for the Senior Finance Analyst role brings proven experience from manufacturing or technology environments where product costing, variance analysis, inventory reconciliation, and physical counts are routine. Your advanced skills in Microsoft Office—particularly Excel—and SAP/S4 Hana empower you to handle intricate financial data efficiently. You possess deep familiarity with production-driven workflows that require meticulous attention to detail during month-end closings. Your fluency in English supports effective communication across global teams while your ethical approach ensures trustworthiness at every stage. You have demonstrated an ability to foster positive relationships within diverse teams by sharing knowledge generously. Your capacity for completing compliance training reflects adaptability and eagerness for professional development. With a responsible mindset and well-organised work habits, you consistently deliver timely results that meet high standards. Your enthusiasm for collaborative problem-solving makes you an invaluable member of any finance function.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required for this position within the manufacturing or technology sector.
• A minimum of three to five years’ relevant experience in cost accounting, variance analysis, inventory reconciliation, and inventory count is essential.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications—especially Excel—and hands-on experience with SAP/S4 Hana are mandatory requirements.
• Thorough understanding of production-driven environments enables you to navigate complex operational challenges effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to manage month-end accounting processes including preparation of detailed financial reports is highly valued.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English allows you to communicate clearly across global teams.
• High ethical standards combined with integrity and professionalism underpin your approach to all aspects of finance operations.
• Proven track record of building positive work relationships within complex international settings highlights your interpersonal strengths.
• Ability to complete compliance training requirements satisfactorily demonstrates your commitment to continuous learning.
• A positive attitude coupled with responsibility and organisational skills ensures delivery of high-quality work within tight deadlines.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as one of the world’s foremost providers of scientific instruments and analytical solutions—empowering scientists globally to make breakthrough discoveries that improve human life. Employees benefit from being part of an inclusive culture where knowledge-sharing is encouraged through ongoing training opportunities designed for personal growth. Flexible working arrangements allow staff members to balance professional commitments with personal wellbeing while generous pension contributions secure their future. The company’s dedication to developing state-of-the-art technologies means employees are constantly exposed to industry-leading practices that enhance their expertise. With more than 8,500 colleagues worldwide across over 90 locations, joining this team means becoming part of a network committed not only to innovation but also communal success through supportive leadership. The organisation’s strong reputation among customers is built upon its unwavering commitment to meeting client needs—making it an inspiring place for professionals who value collaboration, dependability, and continual learning.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your finance career further within a globally respected organisation that values collaboration and personal growth, this is your moment!

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