Chief Financial Officer (Mandarin Speaker)

About The Company

• A prominent Malaysian steel manufacturer headquartered in Prai, Penang.
• The company specializes in producing a variety of steel products, including billets, steel bars, and wire rods to various industries, particularly in construction and infrastructure development, both within Malaysia and in international markets.

Principal Responsibilities

• The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key executive responsible for overseeing the financial operations and strategies of the organization.
• Reporting directly to the Group Managing Director, the CFO plays a crucial role in driving the company’s financial performance and ensuring long-term financial sustainability.

Job Scope

• Develop and implement financial strategies and plans to achieve the company's goals and objectives.
• Provide financial leadership and recommendations to the CEO and the Board of Directors.
• Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Monitor financial performance and implement measures to ensure the company's financial health.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and capital expenditure.
• Identify and assess financial risks and implement strategies to mitigate them.
• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and reporting requirements.
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Evaluate potential mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships, and lead the financial aspects of due diligence and integration efforts.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with investors, analysts, and financial institutions.
• Identify opportunities to optimize costs and improve operational efficiency.
• To conform to requirements of all applicable ISO management system and to comply with relevant law and regulations.

Span Of Control

• Oversee various finance and accounting functions, which may include financial reporting, financial planning and analysis, treasury, internal audit and more.
• Directly supervise department heads, managers, or team leads within the financial department.
• Lead and mentor a team of finance professionals, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Recommend or approve improvements to existing operating procedures and guidelines.

Requirements And Qualifications

• Must possess professional accounting certification such as CPA, ACCA, CIMA, MIA, etc.
• Must possess experience working in an organization/group of significant revenue size of RM 500 million and above.
• Proven experience as a CFO or in a senior finance leadership role.
• Excellent English and Mandarin communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in financial management roles.
• Strong financial acumen with a track record of driving financial success in a dynamic environment.
• Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.