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Finance Manager at Global Japanese MNC

Job title: Finance Manager at Global Japanese MNC
Location: Kuala Lumpur
Specialisation: Food & Beverages
Salary: MYR 144,000 - 180,000 (Annual)
Reference: PR/160451
Job published: April 17, 2026 10:58
Work Arrangement: Onsite

Job Responsibilities

  • FP&A & Business Performance

  • Lead annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and mid‑term planning

  • Monitor financial performance, conduct variance analysis, and provide insights

  • Develop financial models and scenario analyses to support business decisions

  • Prepare management reports for Regional Leadership and Japan HQ

  • Business Partnering & HQ Liaison

  • Act as a strategic finance partner to regional commercial teams across Southeast Asia

  • Serve as the main finance contact for Japan HQ (reporting, planning, ad‑hoc analysis)

  • Translate business activities into clear financial implications

  • Financial Reporting & Controls

  • Manage monthly closing and reporting processes

  • Ensure compliance with IFRS (Group) and MFRS (Statutory) requirements

  • Oversee outsourced accounting providers and support transition to in‑house functions
    Maintain an appropriate internal control environment

  • Tax & Compliance (SEA)

  • Manage corporate tax, indirect tax, and transfer pricing matters

  • Ensure compliance with Malaysian and regional tax regulations

  • Coordinate with external tax advisors and Japan HQ

  • Finance Operations & Systems

  • Implement finance systems and scalable processes for a growing organization

  • Oversee AP/AR, treasury, and cash management

  • Team Leadership

  • Build and manage the finance team as the business grows

  • Coach team members and develop a high‑performing finance function
     

Job Qualification

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline

  • Professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, ICAEW, or equivalent) is highly preferred

  • 7–12 years of relevant finance experience

  • Strong background in FP&A and business partnering

  • Experience in multinational or regional roles, preferably within the FMCG industry

  • Solid accounting knowledge (IFRS preferred)

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

  • Experience with cloud‑based ERP systems (e.g. NetSuite, Xero, SAP B1)

  • Familiarity with BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau

     

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