Regional Finance Executive

Position: Regional Finance Executive

Location: Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

Job Type: Permanent / Full-Time

Reporting to: Finance Manager

Job Summary

Our client is a leading company in Malaysia’s security and cash management industry and is hiring a Regional Finance Executive to support their growing regional operations. This position is vital in ensuring sound financial management, compliance with accounting principles, and accurate financial reporting across assigned branches nationwide.

The successful candidate will be responsible for core accounting tasks, petty cash control, financial analysis, and coordination of operational finance processes. This role involves a blend of hands-on accounting, troubleshooting finance issues, and periodic travel to regional offices.

Key Role & Responsibilities

· Handle day-to-day accounting tasks including journal entries, ledger maintenance, and reconciliation of accounts.

· Assist in cost accounting activities, including classification and analysis of financial data.

· Prepare timely and accurate monthly reports and financial statements for management.

· Manage petty cash transactions, ensure accuracy in branch-level financial records, and troubleshoot operational issues.

· Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.

· Provide guidance to junior accounting staff and clerks where applicable.

· Communicate with external parties such as vendors and suppliers to resolve financial queries.

· Support long-range financial forecasting, budgeting, and capital expenditure analysis.

· Travel to regional offices when required to assist or oversee local financial operations.

Requirements

· Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or any related field.

· Minimum of 3 years’ experience in accounting and finance, preferably in a multi-branch environment.

· Candidates with operational finance and petty cash handling experience are preferred.

· Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills.

· Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially in Microsoft Excel.

· Meticulous with high attention to detail.

· Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

· Must possess a valid driving license and own transportation (Car / Motorbike)

· Must be willing and able to travel frequently.

· Proficiency in English language in both spoken and written is required.

Work Arrangements

• Working Days: Monday to Friday
• Working Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
• Work Mode: Fully on-site (no remote & no hybrid work)

Salary & Benefits

· Monthly Salary Range: RM2,800 – RM4,000 (commensurate with qualifications and experience)

· Annual Leave: Minimum 14 days

· Other benefits to be discussed during the interview process.

How to Apply

If you are detail-oriented and passionate about financial operations in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you! Kindly submit your latest CV to [email protected]

Additional Application Instructions:

· Recent passport-sized photograph is mandatory

· Attach all relevant academic certificates, professional qualifications and transcripts to your application

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: RM2,800.00 - RM4,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Opportunities for promotion

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Petaling Jaya: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• Regarding your notice period - Are you able start immediately? IF Not - How long is your notice period? How many annual leave balances do you have left? (to reduce your notice period?)

• What is your expected negotiable salary amount/range for this position?

• What is your last drawn salary amount?

• Have you previously worked in a multi-branch or multi-location company?

☐ Yes ☐ No
(If yes, please describe your experience.)

How many years of full-time work experience do you have in accounting and finance?
☐ Less than 1 year
☐ 1–2 years
☐ 3–5 years
☐ More than 5 years

• Rate your proficiency in Microsoft Excel:

☐ Beginner
☐ Intermediate
☐ Advanced
☐ Expert

• Which of the following tasks are you experienced with? (Select all that apply)

☐ Journal entries
☐ Ledger maintenance
☐ Financial reporting
☐ Petty cash control
☐ Cost accounting
☐ Forecasting and budgeting
☐ Handling supplier/vendor financial queries

• Are you familiar with financial internal controls and compliance procedures?

☐ Yes ☐ No

• Do you have experience preparing full sets of accounts and monthly financial reports?

☐ Yes ☐ No

• This position requires frequent travel to branches nationwide. Are you able and willing to travel regularly?

☐ Yes ☐ No

• Do you possess a valid Malaysian driving license and own a vehicle (car or motorbike)?

☐ Yes ☐ No
(If yes, please specify which.)

• The position is fully on-site (Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM) in Petaling Jaya. Are you able to work full-time on-site?

☐ Yes ☐ No

Work Location: In person