Finance Manager
Kuala Lumpur , W.P. Kuala Lumpur
|Remote
|Direct hire
Kuala Lumpur, W.P. Kuala Lumpur
|Remote
|Direct hire
Job ID 8034|Posted Apr 7, 2026
JOB DESCRIPTION
Finance Manager
Position Overview
The Finance Manager oversees the company’s full spectrum of financial operations, including accounting, tax incentive compliance, accounts payable (AP), and capital expenditure (capex) management. The role ensures that financial reporting, controls, and processes comply with Malaysian statutory and group requirements, while supporting management in strategic financial decisions.
Key ResponsibilitiesTax & Audit Compliance
Manage compliance with Malaysian incentive schemes (e.g., MD status, DESAC, Pioneer, ITA).
Coordinate with tax advisors and auditors during statutory and internal audits.
Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of tax filings and statutory reports.
Capex & Financial Planning
Evaluate capex proposals, conducting ROI, payback, and cash flow analyses.
Monitor actual spending vs. approved budgets and report variances.
Prepare and present capex and investment reports to management.
Internal Controls & Process Improvement
Maintain strong internal controls across finance processes.
Develop and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency.
Leadership
Supervise the finance team
Provide guidance, training, and performance reviews.
Qualifications
Position Overview
The Finance Manager oversees the company’s full spectrum of financial operations, including accounting, tax incentive compliance, accounts payable (AP), and capital expenditure (capex) management. The role ensures that financial reporting, controls, and processes comply with Malaysian statutory and group requirements, while supporting management in strategic financial decisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Operations & Reporting
- Oversee daily financial operations, including AP, GL, and tax compliance.
- Advise on and ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards (MFRS/IFRS).
- Review and finalize monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts, statutory financial statements, and consolidation schedules.
- Lead month-end and year-end close, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely reporting.
- Provide assistance/support for Group finance and reporting matters
Qualifications
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
- Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in accounting, audit, or finance.
- Strong knowledge of accounting standards (MFRS/IFRS) essential, exposure to other SEA jurisdictions is an advantage.
- Professional certification (ACCA, CPA, or equivalent) preferred.
- Knowledge of Malaysian tax system and tax incentives preferred.
- Proficiency in accounting/ERP systems and Excel.
- Strong leadership, analytical, and communication abilities.
Horizontal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Horizontal is committed to taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or participate in the interview process, click here to request accommodation assistance.
All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.
We're sorry!
Applications from candidates outside of our global target markets are currently not accepted through Job Board - but that could change in the future. We will update Job Board if we expand to your market. Do you have other candidate related questions? Contact us today.
We're sorry!
Applications outside of the assigned country are currently not accepted for this job - but that doesn't mean we can't work with you. Visit our Job Board to view the jobs available within your market.
Access denied.
Users logged in to client accounts are unable to access Job Board. If you are interested in viewing and applying for open jobs, please log out of your current account. If you are a hiring manager interested in viewing candidates available to hire, click below to go to Talent Board.