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Urgent! Financial Controller Job Opening In Kuala Lumpur – Now Hiring WPP Media

Financial Controller



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Financial Controller – WPP Media

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Reporting To: Finance Director.

Overall Purpose of the Role: To oversee and manage all financial operations of the company, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, compliance with regulatory requirements, and effective financial planning and analysis to support strategic decision-making and achieve organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) in accordance with Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

  • Consolidation: For group companies, oversee the consolidation of financial statements.

  • Management Reporting: Develop and present comprehensive management reports, including variance analysis, key performance indicators (KPIs), and financial insights to senior management and the board.

  • Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting, monitoring performance against budget and providing explanations for variances.

  • Financial Analysis: Conduct in-depth financial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and provide recommendations for improvement.

  • Accounting Operations & Control: Oversee daily accounting operations, manage shared service team for daily accounting operations, and provide daily reporting requirements.

  • Internal Controls: Establish, implement, and maintain robust internal control systems to safeguard company assets, ensure data integrity, and prevent fraud.

  • Reconciliations: Ensure timely and accurate reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts.

  • Audit Management: Liaise with external auditors, prepare audit schedules, and ensure a smooth and efficient audit process.

    Address audit queries and implement recommendations.

  • Taxation: Oversee all tax-related matters, including corporate tax, SST (Sales and Service Tax), withholding tax, and other relevant taxes.

    Ensure timely and accurate tax filings and compliance with Malaysian tax laws.

  • Cash Flow Management: Develop and monitor cash flow forecasts to ensure adequate liquidity; optimize working capital by managing accounts receivable, accounts payable, and inventory levels; manage banking relationships and ensure efficient treasury operations.

  • Compliance & Governance: Ensure compliance with all relevant Malaysian laws, regulations, and accounting standards; develop and enforce financial policies and procedures; contribute to strong corporate governance practices.

  • Team Leadership & Development: Lead and mentor, supervise, train, and develop a team of accounting and finance professionals; conduct performance appraisals and foster a high-performing team environment.

  • Strategic Support: Act as a key business partner to other departments, providing financial insights and support for operational decisions; participate in special projects such as system implementations, mergers and acquisitions, or business expansion initiatives.

Key Requirements (Qualifications & Experience)

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

  • Professional Qualification: Professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CIMA, MIA (Malaysian Institute of Accountants membership).

  • Experience: 8-15+ years progressive experience in accounting and finance, with a significant portion in a managerial or supervisory role.

    Experience in a similar industry or MNC is often a plus.

  • Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of MFRS/IFRS and Malaysian tax laws; proficiency in accounting software (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Xero, QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills; experience managing new system; financial modeling and data analysis.

  • Soft Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; strong leadership and team management abilities; exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; high level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail; ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines; strategic thinking and business acumen.

Desired Attributes

  • Proactive and results-oriented.

  • Desire to change and adaptable to change.

  • Able to drive process improvements.

  • Strong ethical compass.

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