Assistant Finance Manager

• Manage the full spectrum of the monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing process for the Penang plant
• Ensure all financial transactions are recorded accurately and in compliance with MFRS/IFRS and internal group policies
• Prepare and analyze monthly management reports, providing variance analysis (Actual vs. Budget) and commentaries to the Senior Leadership team
• Oversee the accuracy of the Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss statements specific to plant operations
• Lead the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting exercises for the plant
• Collaborate with department heads (Production, Engineering, Logistics) to develop realistic financial targets and monitor spend against allocations
• Manage cash flow forecasting to ensure the plant has sufficient liquidity for upcoming project finance and operational requirements
• Supervise the month-end costing process, including finished goods valuation
• Partner with the production team to ensure the ERP system accurately reflects actual manufacturing activities and inventory movements
• Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, and regulatory bodies (LHDN, Customs) for statutory compliance
• Strengthen internal controls and process flows within the plant to safeguard company assets and ensure audit-readiness
• Monitor capital expenditure (CAPEX) for plant upgrades and new equipment installations.

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance. Professional qualification (ACCA/CIMA/CPA/MIA) is highly preferred. Minimum 3 years in a manufacturing or engineering environment. Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and translate complex financial data into simple, actionable insights for non-finance managers.