Group Finance Manager

About the company:
The employer is a leading multinational corporation with a strong presence in retail and consumer sector. With outlets across Malaysia, the company is listed on the stock exchange in Malaysia.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes
• Prepare management accounts, consolidated financial statements, quarterly financial reports, and annual financial statements
• Ensure compliance with Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS)
• Perform financial analysis and variance reporting
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial information
• Assist in the preparation of quarterly announcements, annual reports, corporate governance disclosures, and sustainability-related financial disclosures
• Liaise with company secretaries, auditors, and advisers for Bursa-related submissions
• Ensure reporting deadlines are met for all Bursa Malaysia requirements
• Coordinate annual budget exercises
• Prepare periodic forecasts and cash flow projections
• Monitor business performance against budget or forecast
• Conduct variance analysis and provide recommendations to management
• Support strategic planning through financial modelling and analysis
• Monitor cash flow and liquidity positions
• Manage banking and financing arrangements
• Optimize working capital
• Monitor foreign exchange and interest rate exposures
• Support dividend payment planning and execut