Regional CFO (Manufacturing)
On-siteKuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Job Summary
Lead regional finance operations across manufacturing plants in SEA/APAC, overseeing GL, AP, AR, treasury, and inventory accounting while driving month-end closing and audit readiness. Partner with business leaders to execute financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting, and optimize cost structures through standard costing, BOM analysis, and variance tracking. Manage cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and working capital cycles, evaluate CAPEX ROI, and ensure compliance with local regulations and group policies. Build and mentor a high-performing finance team, lead ERP transformation initiatives, and align reporting standards across multiple jurisdictions.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- 12–18+ years of progressive finance experience
- Proven track record in manufacturing or industrial environments
- Strong exposure to regional / multi-country finance leadership
- Deep expertise in finance operations, cost accounting, and plant finance
- Experience in ERP systems and finance transformation initiatives
Desired Qualifications
- Professional qualification preferred (e.g. ACCA, CPA, CA)
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