Head of Finance

A leading organisation is seeking a highly experienced Head of Finance to oversee financial operations across Malaysia and Singapore. This pivotal role offers you the opportunity to shape the finance function, drive business growth, and ensure compliance with complex regulatory requirements. You will be joining a company that values collaboration, professional development, and a supportive team environment. With flexible working opportunities and access to ongoing training, this position is ideal for someone who thrives in an inclusive workplace and is committed to delivering excellence in financial management. If you are passionate about nurturing teams, sharing knowledge, and making a meaningful impact on business performance, this is your chance to step into a senior leadership role where your expertise will be truly valued.

What you'll do:

As Head of Finance you will play a central role in shaping the financial direction of the organisation across Malaysia and Singapore. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve overseeing all aspects of financial operations from statutory reporting to taxation management. You will be instrumental in preparing comprehensive management reports that inform key business decisions while ensuring strict adherence to local accounting standards. By collaborating with external auditors and regulatory authorities you will maintain compliance across multiple jurisdictions. Your expertise in tax planning will help optimise business outcomes while supporting growth initiatives. You will also lead budgeting processes by analysing performance data to recommend improvements. Managing treasury functions will require you to ensure liquidity for ongoing operations while minimising risk exposure. Establishing robust internal controls will safeguard assets and promote sound governance practices. As a trusted partner to commercial teams you will provide valuable insights for investment analysis and expansion projects. Leading a dedicated finance team you will nurture talent through coaching and development activities that foster collaboration and continuous improvement.

• Oversee all financial operations for Malaysia and Singapore, ensuring timely and accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings while maintaining high standards of compliance.
• Prepare, review, and present management reports, financial statements, and board reports to provide clear insights into business performance.
• Ensure full compliance with MFRS, SFRS, and statutory requirements by managing annual audits and liaising with external auditors.
• Lead all corporate tax matters including Corporate Income Tax, GST (Singapore), SST (Malaysia), Withholding Tax, Transfer Pricing documentation, and monitor changes in tax legislation.
• Work collaboratively with external tax advisors and regulatory authorities during tax audits and investigations to ensure smooth processes.
• Develop robust tax planning strategies that align with regulatory requirements while supporting business objectives.
• Drive the annual budgeting and forecasting process by monitoring financial performance against budgets and recommending corrective actions as needed.
• Conduct detailed financial analysis to improve profitability and operational efficiency across multiple jurisdictions.
• Manage treasury functions including cash flow optimisation, banking relationships, financing facilities, foreign exchange exposure, and liquidity management.
• Establish strong internal controls, policies, governance frameworks, identify risks, implement mitigation strategies, and ensure compliance with corporate standards.
• Partner closely with commercial and operational teams to support strategic initiatives such as investment analysis, business expansion projects, financial modelling, and commercial recommendations.
• Lead, coach, develop the finance team by fostering a high-performance culture focused on collaboration and continuous improvement.

What you bring:

To excel as Head of Finance you should possess extensive experience in both technical accounting practices and hands-on leadership roles within multinational organisations. Your proven ability to manage statutory audits across different jurisdictions reflects your attention to detail while navigating complex regulatory landscapes. Familiarity with Malaysia and Singapore tax regulations equips you to handle cross-border transactions efficiently. Your background in budgeting forecasting treasury management ensures that you can optimise resources while supporting strategic objectives. Strong interpersonal skills allow you to collaborate effectively with commercial teams providing valuable insights for investment analysis or expansion projects. Experience implementing ERP systems positions you as a change agent capable of driving process improvements throughout the finance function. Above all your commitment to nurturing talent through coaching mentoring fosters an inclusive culture where every team member feels supported valued.

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance or related discipline is required for this role as it forms the foundation of your technical expertise.
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CA or CIMA demonstrates your commitment to high standards in accounting practice.
• Minimum 12-15 years of progressive finance experience with at least 5 years in a finance leadership position ensures you bring depth of knowledge to the team.
• Strong understanding of Malaysia and Singapore tax regulations including Corporate Income Tax, SST (Malaysia), GST (Singapore), Withholding Tax, Transfer Pricing enables you to manage complex cross-border issues effectively.
• Solid grasp of MFRS and SFRS reporting standards allows you to ensure compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Experience managing statutory audits as well as regulatory compliance showcases your ability to navigate challenging environments successfully.
• Proven track record in budgeting, forecasting, treasury management and financial planning highlights your analytical skills.
• Leadership experience managing finance teams demonstrates your capacity for nurturing talent within a collaborative environment.
• Excellent analytical skills combined with problem-solving abilities make you adept at identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Stakeholder management skills enable you to build strong relationships across departments for effective business partnering.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle or Microsoft Dynamics is advantageous for driving process improvements.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its unwavering commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where every individual’s contribution is recognised. Employees benefit from flexible working opportunities that accommodate diverse needs allowing them to balance professional responsibilities with personal commitments. The company invests generously in pension contributions ensuring long-term security for its staff members. Continuous training opportunities are provided so employees can expand their knowledge stay up-to-date with industry developments advance their careers confidently. Supportive leadership encourages open communication collaboration across departments fostering a sense of belonging among all team members regardless of their background or experience level. The company’s dedication to nurturing talent means that employees are empowered not only through formal learning but also through mentorship peer support networks which enhance both personal growth organisational success. By prioritising dependability knowledge-sharing inclusivity this organisation has built a reputation as an employer of choice within its sector attracting professionals who value teamwork mutual respect shared achievement above all else.

What's next:

If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge where your expertise can make a lasting impact apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.

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