Costing Assistant, Finance Manager

MVC Resources

Assistant Finance Manager overseeing costing, reporting, and credit control for Malaysian FMCG manufacturer. Managing AR, period-end closing, budgeting, audits, and manufacturing analysis.

Posted 8/17/2026full-timeShah Alam • 🇲🇾 MalaysiaMid-LevelSenior💰 MYR 8,500 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Accounts Receivable, Credit Control, and Cost Accounting, with a strong focus on financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance. Proficient in financial modeling and analysis to support strategic decision-making in FMCG or manufacturing environments.

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Cost Accounting ExperienceFinancial Reporting Standards KnowledgeSAP ProficiencyAnalytical Problem-Solving SkillsBudgeting and Forecasting

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Hard Skills

Cost AccountingFinancial ReportingP&L AnalysisFinancial ModelingTransfer Pricing DocumentationJournal ReviewsStandard CostingManufacturing ReportingCash Flow ManagementCompliance Standards

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProactive MindsetConceptual SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

SAP Software

Certifications & Qualifications

ACCACPACIMA

Industry Keywords

FMCGManufacturingInternal Control StandardsProcess ImprovementsAuditor Liaison

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the Accounts Receivable and Credit Control team to ensure smooth credit operations and healthy cash flow
Manage and update standard costing quarterly, coordinating with operational departments
Assist the Finance Manager with month-end and period-end closing, including journal reviews and costing settlements
Prepare, review, and analyze monthly P&L by channel
Prepare monthly manufacturing reports, including margin overheads and production variances
Perform P&L simulations and financial modeling for prospective product launches
Support the Finance Manager in gathering and compiling data for Transfer Pricing documentation
Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting
Liaise with internal and external auditors on compliance requests
Maintain strong internal control standards and drive continuous process improvements within the finance team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent professional qualifications (ACCA, CPA, CIMA)
Minimum 3 years of cost accounting and general accounting experience
FMCG or manufacturing background strongly preferred
Solid working knowledge of financial reporting standards and tax regulations
Proficiency in SAP software is an added advantage
Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills
Proactive mindset

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement: 2 days work from home
13th month