Accounting Manager

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Accounts Manager to manage our group of companies’ finance and accounting functions. The Accounts Manager will play a crucial role in managing the company’s financial operations, budgeting, forecasting, and providing financial insights to support our growth and sustainability goals.

Responsibilities

Financial Planning and Analysis:

1. Ensure the development and execution of financial strategies, budgets, and financial plans across the group.
2. Provide financial insights and analysis to support decision-making and ensure fiscal responsibility.
3. Participate in budgeting processes for the group.
4. Manage financial transactions.
5. Streamline accounting functions and operations.
6. Develop plans for financial growth.
7. Prepare and deliver accurate financial statements and reports in a timely manner.
8. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accounting standards.
9. Identify financial risks and implement strategies to mitigate them.
10. Maintain a strong internal control environment to safeguard company assets.

Treasury and Cash Management:

1. Manage cash flow and liquidity to support daily operations and capital investments for the group.
2. Monitor banking relationships, including the negotiation of financing agreements and terms.

Tax and Compliance:

1. Ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations.
2. Work with external auditors and tax authorities to facilitate audits and assessments.
3. Develop, implement and maintain sound financial accounting systems, document standard operating procedures, corporate governance, and internal controls (preventive and detective).
4. Prepare Corporate Tax Transfer Pricing Documentation in compliance with local legislations.

Build and manage a high-performing finance and accounting team.

Foster a culture of continuous improvement, professional development, and teamwork.

Requirements

1. Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (ACCA and CIMA is preferred).
2. Proven experience as an Accounts Manager/Head of Finance or in a similar financial leadership role with at least 3 years.
3. Willing to travel.
4. Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations, auditing principles, and reporting standards.
5. Working experience in start-up business, wholesales, retail, construction, trading, and leading a team of more than 10 staff is a plus.
6. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
7. Strong leadership and team management abilities.
8. Effective communication and presentation skills.
9. Strategic thinking and the ability to drive financial initiatives aligned with corporate objectives.
10. Able to read, write, and speak in Mandarin, English, and Malay; proficiency in Mandarin is an added advantage to effectively communicate with Mandarin-speaking clients.