Finance Manager
Location: Malaysia
Employment Type: Full-Time
About Us
We are a leading pan-Asian renewable energy platform specializing in utility-scale solar, wind, energy storage, and hybrid renewables projects. Our mission is to accelerate Asia’s transition to a just, reliable, and affordable clean energy future, driven by innovation, strong local partnerships, and a commitment to sustainability.
Role Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Finance Manager to join our team in Malaysia. Reporting to the Head of Finance (FP&A) with a dotted line to the Country Head, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the exciting development of renewable energy projects across Southeast Asia. As a Finance Manager, you will lead financial due diligence engagements, demonstrate strong business and commercial acumen, and work independently to drive business performance and manage key KPIs. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential. You will be a trusted business partner and a valued member of the Finance team, working collaboratively with stakeholders to optimize efficiency and promote a positive experience.
How You Will Make an Impact
- Act as the Finance business partner for the Country Head and project delivery organization, serving as the primary interface for all financial matters.
- Deliver monthly management and project reporting in partnership with the FP&A function, ensuring timely and accurate information throughout the project lifecycle.
- Support business planning by providing financial analysis and modeling, continuously improving FP&A data models using advanced Microsoft Excel and other tools.
- Drive the annual budgeting process by collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to collect, challenge, and consolidate budget inputs.
- Monitor and review organizational expenditures against plans, manage P&L performance, and track business KPIs.
- Oversee project controlling and financial operations, including capital and liquidity management at the project level, building banking relationships, and ensuring compliance with project finance terms and conditions.
- Prepare, review, and report on project budgets, actuals, and forecasts, including FX risk management and hedge contracts as needed.
- Lead buy-side and sell-side transaction advisory engagements, including financial and tax due diligence, and provide high-quality analytical and commercial insights.
- Establish strong relationships with clients, target company management, and third-party advisors throughout transaction processes.
- Support annual audits, implement accounting, tax, and structuring due diligence advice, and ensure continued compliance with finance risk and controls.
- Assist with AP and AR processes as required and collaborate effectively across a lean finance team and cross-functional business units.
- Bring a pleasant, approachable, and hands-on attitude to the role, with a solutions-oriented and outcomes-focused mindset.
What Makes You a Great Fit
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, business, or a related field.
- Qualified accountant (ACCA, CA, CPA) with over 8 years’ experience, preferably with a track record in global accounting firms and detailed knowledge of financial due diligence and M&A processes.
- Experience with project accounting/controlling for infrastructure projects is highly desirable.
- Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to distill complex information for diverse stakeholders.
- Self-starter with a change-driven mindset, capable of identifying risks and opportunities and implementing recommendations effectively.
- Advanced skills in MS Office Suite (Power BI, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Conversational ability in Mandarin and Japanese is advantageous.
- Familiarity with IFRS and the ability to apply technical accounting and tax advice.
- Proven ability to build effective relationships across organizational boundaries.
What We Offer
- Competitive base salary with performance-based bonuses tied to company success.
- Flexible hybrid work model.
- Comprehensive group health insurance coverage.
- Career development and training opportunities.
If this sounds like you, apply with your CV via the link!