Job Title: Financial Leadership Role
About the Job:
This role involves leading financial planning and budgeting cycles in line with fast-moving product launches, seasonal sales cycles, and promotional campaigns. Analyze sales and margin performance by channel (e.g., modern trade, general trade, e-commerce) and product category.
Provide pricing and profitability analysis to support commercial strategies and SKU rationalization. Forecast short-term and long-term cash flows based on inventory turnover, trade receivables, and vendor terms.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead daily accounting operations, including AP/AR, GL, fixed assets, and inventory accounting.
* Ensure accurate cost of goods sold (COGS) calculation and timely inventory valuation considering import duties, warehouse charges, and product expiry.
* Develop and enforce internal control systems to prevent leakages in promotions, trade rebates, and distributor claims.
* Review and implement accounting policies and procedures aligned with group guidelines and local compliance requirements.
Requirements:
* Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA, ACCA, CA(M), or CA(Singapore) preferred.
* 5-10 years of relevant experience in finance/accounting, with at least 2 years in a leadership role within the FMCG industry.
* Strong understanding of SST, GST, withholding tax, and transfer pricing regulations in Malaysia and Singapore.
* Hands-on experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or regional FMCG-specific systems).
* Strong business acumen with the ability to influence commercial decisions.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
* Good team player.