Finance Operations Manager-Penang

Job Description – Finance & Operations Manager (Pioneer Staff)

Location: WFH (PENANG)
Reports to: CEO / HQ Finance & Operations Team (China)
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

As one of the pioneer team members, the Finance & Operations Manager will play a critical role in setting up and managing the finance, operations, and compliance functions for our new manufacturing operation in Malaysia. This role requires strong financial acumen, operational management capabilities, and close collaboration with headquarters in China. The successful candidate must be familiar with both China Accounting Standards (CAS) and Malaysia Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS), while being able to communicate effectively in Mandarin and English.

Key Responsibilities

Finance & Accounting

• Set up and manage the company’s financial systems, policies, and processes in line with Malaysia regulations and HQ guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with local tax laws, audit requirements, and statutory reporting.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for both local management and HQ in China.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and cost control.
• Align financial reporting with both CAS and MFRS to meet HQ and local requirements.
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, and regulatory bodies.

Operations & Administration

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the start-up manufacturing facility (including HR administration, procurement, logistics, and general operations).
• Support the setup of ERP/finance systems, internal control, and operational workflows.
• Coordinate with suppliers, service providers, and contractors to ensure smooth operations.
• Work closely with HQ on operational standards, compliance, and performance monitoring.
• Manage key administrative matters including company licenses, legal compliance, and government liaison.

Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary communication bridge between Malaysia operations and China HQ.
• Support cross-border reporting and ensure alignment with group strategy and policies.
• Provide insights and recommendations to HQ regarding local market, cost structure, and efficiency improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in finance, accounting, or operations (manufacturing background preferred).
• Solid knowledge of China Accounting Standards (CAS) and familiarity with MFRS.
• Experience in start-up or pioneer operations will be an added advantage.
• Strong communication and coordination skills; able to work independently and build processes from scratch.
• Proficiency in Mandarin (spoken and written) is a must to liaise with China HQ; strong English communication skills required.
• Hands-on, adaptable, and willing to take on multiple responsibilities in a start-up environment.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to be a pioneer staff member and shape the foundation of the Malaysia operations.
• Competitive salary package and benefits.
• Exposure to international collaboration with HQ in China.
• Career growth as the company expands regionally.

职位概述

作为公司在马来西亚制造工厂的创始员工之一，财务与运营经理将在建立和管理财务、运营及合规体系方面发挥关键作用。该岗位要求具备扎实的财务管理能力、运营管理经验，并能与中国总部紧密协作。候选人必须熟悉 中国会计准则（CAS） 和 马来西亚财务报告准则（MFRS），并具备流利的 中文 和 英文 沟通能力。

主要职责财务与会计

• 建立并管理公司财务制度、政策与流程，符合马来西亚法规及总部要求。
• 确保遵守当地税务法规、审计要求及法定申报义务。
• 编制月度、季度及年度财务报表，提交马来西亚管理层及中国总部。
• 负责预算、预测、现金流管理及成本控制。
• 确保财务报告符合 CAS 与 MFRS 的双重要求。
• 与审计师、税务顾问及监管机构保持良好沟通。

运营与行政

• 负责工厂日常运营（含人事行政、采购、物流及一般事务管理）。
• 推动 ERP/财务系统的搭建，建立内部控制和运营流程。
• 协调供应商、服务商与承包商，确保运营顺畅。
• 与总部对接运营标准、合规及绩效监控。
• 管理公司执照、合规及政府相关事务。

沟通与协调

• 作为马来西亚团队与中国总部的主要沟通桥梁。
• 支持跨境财务与运营对接，确保与集团战略及政策一致。
• 向总部提供关于本地市场、成本结构及效率提升的建议。

任职要求

• 本科及以上学历，会计、财务、工商管理或相关专业。
• 5–8年工作经验，具备财务、会计或运营管理背景（有制造业经验者优先）。
• 精通 中国会计准则（CAS），熟悉 MFRS。
• 有初创或创始团队经验者优先。
• 较强的沟通协调能力，能独立工作并建立流程。
• 必须具备流利的 中文（听说读写） 与良好的英语沟通能力。
• 适应初创环境，具备多任务处理及实干精神。

我们提供

• 作为创始员工参与并搭建马来西亚工厂的基础建设。
• 具有竞争力的薪资待遇和福利。
• 与中国总部跨国合作的工作经验。
• 随着公司在区域扩展的职业发展机会。

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: RM8,000.00 - RM12,000.00 per month

Experience:

• CAS (China Accounting Standards): 3 years (Required)

Language:

• Mandarin (Required)

Work Location: Remote

Expected Start Date: 10/01/2025