Finance Manager

• Financial Management and Reporting - Lead and manage the full spectrum of finance and accounting operations for Underwater World Langkawi, including timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and annual reporting in line with Group requirements.

• Budgeting, Forecasting and Planning - Lead the annual budget and periodic forecasting process and provide variance analysis, financial models and planning support for operations and capital expenditure.

• Internal Controls, Governance and Compliance - Establish, maintain and improve financial controls, policies and procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with statutory, tax, audit and Group requirements.

• Cash Flow and Working Capital Management - Manage cash flow, banking matters, receivables, payables fixed assets and capital expenditure controls to support operational continuity and financial discipline.

• Business Partnering - Work closely with department heads and management to provide financial insight, cost control support and commercial analysis for decision-making.

• Team Leadership - Lead, supervise and develop the finance team and promote a professional, ethical and high-performance finance culture.

• Group Reporting Liaison - Act as the primary finance liaison with Group Headquarters and escalate key financial risks, control weaknesses and compliance matters to the Group Financial Controller in a timely manner.

• Ensure that appropriate accounting systems and controls are in place to meet statutory, regulatory and internal Group requirements.

• Ensure that effective management information and accounting systems support decisionmaking and strategic planning.

• Maintain appropriate liaison with regulatory bodies, auditors, tax advisers, bankers and

• other relevant stakeholders on financial matters.

• Ensure the Company's standard operating policies and procedures are complied with and adhered to, and support drafting or updating policies where required.

• Prepare and review monthly and quarterly management reports, ensuring completeness timeliness and accuracy.

• Coordinate year-end closing, statutory accounts preparation and audit schedules, and support the preparation of the annual report where required.

• Support preparation of the annual budget, business plan and periodic forecasts for the operating unit.

• Monitor cash flow, balance sheet reconciliations and financial risk areas, and recommend corrective actions where necessary.

• Undertake other duties, projects and assignments as may be directed by the Group

• Financial Controller and Management.

• To lead the finance function of Underwater World Langkawi by ensuring sound financial stewardship, robust internal controls, statutory compliance, accurate reporting and effective financial planning, while providing strategic and operational finance support to local management and Group Headquarters.

• Maintain good working relationships with colleagues and with other departments.

• Conduct himself / herself in an exemplary manner at all times and reflect a positive image for the Company.

• Perform all duties and responsibilities in a timely and efficient manner in accordance with established Company policies and procedures to achieve the overall objectives of the position.

• Perform related duties and special projects as assigned and other duties as requested by Management/ the Company.

• Practice and promote the Department's mission and the Company's philosophy and values.

• Maintain confidentiality when dealing with financial commercial employee and company information.

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CIMA or equivalent is preferred. Membership in MIA is an advantage, subject to company policy.

• Minimum 8 to 10 years of relevant experience in finance and accounting with at least 3 to

• 5 years in a managerial or finance leadership role.

• Strong knowledge of financial accounting, management reporting budgeting and internal controls.

• Good understanding of Malaysian financial reporting standards, tax and statutory compliance requirements.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving and business partnering capability.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skill.

• Good planning, organization and report-writing skills.

• High integrity, attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

• Proficient in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.

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