Senior Accounts and Finance Manager

Job Description : SENIOR ACCOUNTS AND FINANCE MANAGER MALAYSIA An exciting Senior Manager, Accounts & Finance job has just become available at one of the most respected global financial services firms based in Kuala Lumpur. Reporting directly to the Deputy CFO/CEO, this is a role for an individual who is a leader in their field. In this business critical role you will be responsible for the financial health of the company, producing financial reports and developing strategies based on financial research. To manage the finance department to ensure finance day-to-day operations run in a smooth manner and comply with applicable accounting standards and procedures. Lead and oversee the overall finance and account function to ensure all processes are performed smoothly and efficiently including supporting corporate planning activities to ensure smooth financial operations within the company Review financial statements (SOCI, SOFP and CF statements) in a periodic manner and ensure the financial statement is prepared accurately and timely, ensuring all financial records are supported by documents and analysis Monitor the company funds to ensure sufficient funds available to meet the payment obligations Establish relevant and latest finance manuals and policies as and when required and to ensure the accounting and financial controls are well maintained and sustainable Lead and compile the budget numbers and ensure the actual cost incurred is not overrun Establish the necessary plan for finance to ensure compliance with proper internal control Establish and manage Business Continuity Plan (“BCP”) for the finance department Manage and control the risk register for the finance department Lead and coordinate on all matters related to FATCA, CRS and CbCR Plan annual audit and tax return plan with relevant functions and external parties Be the key liaison for the auditor, tax agent and relevant government authorities in relation to the financial status of the company Manage the corporate tax compliance function Review and ensure monthly SST return is prepared accurately and in a timely manner Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analysing account information, including providing expenses analysis on a monthly basis and monitoring the spending within budget Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the reporting process Attend management meetings and board meetings Lead and handle projects for those relevant to finance and account functions Manage any other assignments as required from time to time To succeed in this Senior Manager, Accounts & Finance role, you will need to have the ability to work effectively and co-operatively, across borders and internal matrix. Degree in Accounting or professional qualification CIMA/ACCA/CPA or equivalent Minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience, preferably a mixture of exposure from established audit firms and commercial Knowledge of government compliance, auditing, taxation and SST Ability to work in a global, dynamic, fast-moving and demanding environment Proficient in Microsoft Excel and any of the major accounting software such as UBS, MYOB, SQL, etc. Proactive approach, capable of working on own initiative and highly analytical Preferably a Manager specialising in finance/general/cost accounting or equivalent

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