Chief Financial Officer (Public Listed Company - Retail Industry)

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We are representing our client a public-listed company in Malaysia with an established presence in the retail and F&B sector. The group operates a diversified portfolio of businesses, supported by a strong nationwide network and a growing footprint across multiple consumer segments.
Job Summary

- To manage the day-to-day functions of the Finance and Accounts, including supporting other departments within the Group to enable the Group to achieve its objectives.

- To manage various co-operate matters including reporting and compliances with Bursa Listing requirements.

Main Responsibilities

- Responsible for the day to day operations of Finance (HRB Groups),

- Report to Board of Directors on financial and operational matters.

- To ensure Compliance of the statutory requirements such as IFRS, Income Tax Act, KLSE, SC guideline and Companies Act for the group's financial statements.

- To prepare budget, business plan, monthly management and financial reports, product costing, taxation and other ad-hoc reports as requested.

- Tax minimisation, budget control and effective costing for pricing and cost reduction.

- To ensure implementation of effective risk management.

- To involve in cash flow management of the Group.

- To manage fund raising & investment activity and public listing matters.

- Review monthly consolidated accounts, financial results and management reports.

- Review and update of budget, and investigate material variances in actual results.

- Review quarterly results and arrange for corporate announcement, and liaise with advisors on any corporate exercises.

- Review the Group's Product Costing.

- Provide training to other staff on finance related matters, if necessary.

- Review preparation of tax estimates including liaising with tax agents and ensuring timely and accurate tax computation and submission of tax returns.

- Review and renew non-life insurance policies of the Group.

- Compliance to safety and health regulations is part of your job responsibility.

- Implement and oversee internal controls and financial systems to ensure transparency and efficiency.

- Oversee mergers, acquisitions, and financial due diligence when necessary.

- Align financial policies and reporting frameworks across HRB to maintain consistency and transparency.

- Provide strategic input on business expansions, partnerships, and investment opportunities.

- Oversee the IT department (Manufacturing), ensuring technology investments align with financial objectives.

- Monitor IT expenditures and optimize technology-related costs.

- Ensure IT systems and financial data security measures comply with industry regulations and best practices.

- Any other related functions as assigned by the Management.

Requirements

- Minimum Degree in Accounting/Finance/Commerce. Possess professional qualification i.e. ACCA/CPA/MIA or equivalent.

- Minimum 12-15 years' progressive experience in finance, with at least 2 years in senior leadership (CFO/Financial Controller/Finance Director) roles.

- Strong background in retail and F&B industry.

- Proven experience in financial strategy, FP&A, corporate finance, and managing multi-entity group structures.

- Familiarity with Bursa listing requirements and corporate governance.

- Strong communication skills for Board-level reporting and external stakeholder engagement.

- Applicable for Malaysian only.

Consultant In-Charge: Adelene

adelene@ talentrecruit.com.my | +60123343 582 (WhatsApp).

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Originally posted on Himalayas