Assistant Manager – Finance (Accounts)

Job Overview We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Assistant Manager – Finance (Accounts) to join our Finance team. This role will provide business-as-usual (BAU) finance and accounting support during the company’s ERP implementation, ensuring smooth day-to-day accounting operations, timely financial reporting and uninterrupted finance processes. Key Responsibilities General Accounting Manage daily accounting and finance operations. Ensure compliance with company accounting policies, procedures, tax and regulatory requirements. Monitor accounting functions including accounts receivable and accounts payable. Supervise and guide the Finance team in the daily operations of the department. Month-End Closing & Financial Reporting Support monthly, quarterly and year-end closing activities. Review and analyse monthly financial performance results. Review accounting schedules, reconciliations and supporting documents. Ensure timely completion of month-end closing activities in line with reporting deadlines. Review journal entries and reconciliations prepared by junior team members to ensure accuracy and completeness. Monitor cash balances and prepare monthly cash flow forecasts. Audit & Compliance Review schedules and supporting documents for internal and external audits. Assist with statutory reporting requirements. Ensure proper maintenance of accounting records. Prepare interim and year-end financial statements together with supporting schedules and analysis. Liaise with Group Finance and external auditors. Business Continuity Support Take on finance responsibilities when team members are assigned to the ERP implementation project. Ensure critical finance processes continue without disruption. Document and maintain operating procedures where required. Support cross-functional finance activities and prepare ad hoc reports and analysis for senior management. ERP Project Support Participate in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) when required. Assist in validating migrated financial data. Provide operational feedback on finance processes. Support ERP cutover activities as required. Requirements Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline . Professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CPA or CIMA will be an added advantage. Minimum 3–5 years of relevant working experience , with strong accounting technical knowledge and understanding of financial reporting standards. Experience with a Big 4 external audit firm will be an added advantage. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal functions and external stakeholders. Able to work independently while fostering teamwork and collaboration. Proven experience in leading or supervising a team . Experience in manufacturing, trading, retail or service industries is preferred. Familiarity with ERP systems such as JDE/SAP and BI tools such as QuickSight will be an added advantage.