Finance Manager - Manufacturing

Financial Management & Reporting:

- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Finance Department.

- Manage cash flow and prepare short-term and long-term cash forecasts.

- Review and report on the company's financial statements.

- Ensure timely and accurate monthly management accounts and external reporting.

- Develop business plans, annual budgets, and financial forecasts.

- Advise management on financial issues and provide input for strategic decisions.

Taxation & Profitability:

- Lead the company's taxation planning and ensure compliance with tax regulations.

- Review and monitor product profitability, especially for anti-dumping purposes.

- Develop, review, and manage transfer pricing arrangements.

Internal Controls & Compliance:

- Review, implement and maintain accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with internal and external standards.

- Review and maintain internal control systems to safeguard company assets.

- Ensure proper maintenance of the fixed assets register and insurance coverage (medical and non-life).

- Ensure timely and accurate internal and statutory compliance reporting.

Operations & Strategic Support:

- Set up and manage operations of IPC (International Procurement Center) company.

- Monitor billing, collections, and credit control activities.

- Oversee the preparation of management payroll and review/approve non-management payroll.

- Supervise and ensure smooth functioning of IT operations and ERP systems (SAP).

People Management:

- Provide guidance and support to finance staff in their respective areas of work.

- Develop and monitor staff performance metrics and initiate improvement plans.

- Resolve departmental issues and ensure team efficiency and development.

Stakeholder Engagement:

- Liaise with external parties including bankers, auditors, company secretary, tax agents, and lawyers.

- Coordinate with statutory authorities such as Customs, MIDA, Bank Negara, and others on regulatory matters.

- Ensure all company secretarial matters are in order and up to date.

Key Relationships:

- Executive Leadership Team

- Operations Management

- Sales and Marketing Team

- Human Resources

- Supplier and Vendors

- Customer Service

- Regulatory Bodies

- External Auditors

- Bank and Financial Institutions

- IT

Knowledge/ Skills/ Experience:

Essential Desirable:

- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA, ACCA, or equivalent professional certification is preferred

- Minimum 8-10 years of experience in a finance leadership role

- Strong knowledge of financial regulations, tax laws, and statutory requirements

- Hands-on experience with ERP systems (preferably SAP).

- Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills

- Familiarity with manufacturing environment.