About the Role: Caldic Malaysia is seeking a highly capable Finance Manager to lead and manage all financial operations across the business. This role requires a strategic thinker who can also execute day-to-day financial activities with precision. The ideal candidate is experienced in managing finance functions within a multinational and multicultural environment and is fluent in English. Reporting directly to the APAC CFO, the Finance Manager will act as a key business partner and co-pilot to the Managing Director of Malaysia & Singapore, playing a critical role in driving financial performance, improving operational efficiency, and identifying growth opportunities in both existing and new markets. Responsibilities: Partner with the Country Managing Director to drive business revenue, profitability, and working capital optimization to achieve strategic goals. Lead financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. Prepare and present monthly financial reports such as P&L statements, budget vs. forecast analysis, and cash flow reports by business segment. Serve as a hands-on finance business partner to operations and senior leadership, providing actionable insights and strategic recommendations. Analyze financial and operational data, ensuring clear, concise, and impactful reporting. Enhance existing dashboards and propose improvements. Monitor and manage working capital, overseeing accounts receivable and payable to optimize cash flow and streamline processes. Establish and maintain internal controls and compliance systems to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting. Ensure compliance with Malaysia/Singapore/Myanmar regulations, including tax laws, and adhere to company Delegation of Authority (DOA). Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team. Oversee credit evaluations, approve customer payment terms, and review new vendor applications. Liaise with external stakeholders including auditors, insurers, tax consultants, and other service providers. Support tax audits and ensure timely completion of Transfer Pricing documentation in collaboration with tax consultants. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; MBA or CPA qualification preferred. Minimum of 12 years' experience in a financial leadership role, preferably within a multinational company. Demonstrated experience in strategic planning and financial oversight. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with JD Edwards ERP is highly desirable. Familiarity with CRM software is an advantage. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in both written and spoken English. High personal integrity and strong ethical standards. Comfortable navigating both Western and Eastern business cultures. Required Skills: Detail-oriented, well-organized, and able to work independently. Mature, composed under pressure, and focused on delivering results. Strong leadership presence with a hands-on, can-do attitude. Capable of making and advocating for tough decisions when necessary. Balances commercial understanding with the discipline to ensure compliance and control. Team player with the ability to motivate and collaborate across functions and regions. Comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Authentic, down-to-earth, and not status-driven. Equal Opportunity Statement Caldic recognizes its talented and diverse workforce as a key competitive advantage. Our business success is a reflection of the quality and skill of our people. Caldic is committed to seeking out and retaining top talent to ensure top business growth and performance. We want to ensure that we are actively listening to our employees at every level of the organization and creating an inclusive workplace culture that recognizes and values all backgrounds, voices, roles and contributions. To all recruitment agencies: Caldic practices direct hiring and does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Caldic employees or any other organization location. Caldic is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Show more Show less