Manager, Finance

About Us

SD Guthrie International (SDGI) produces edible oils, palm oil-based biodiesel, nutraceuticals and other palm oil derivatives for the global market. Driven by a philosophy of “Realising possibilities, together”, SDGI collaborates closely with customers to develop bespoke solutions, including superior refined oils and fats that are tailor-made to their needs.

At SDGI, we are committed to partnerships focused on your success, exploring every possibility to deliver the right solutions and identify new opportunities. We are dedicated to a future where we achieve the best results together. With a global footprint and extensive network, SDGI offers a rewarding and fulfilling career path for dynamic and vibrant young talents.

Join us today, as we continue to Unlock Nature's Superpowers!

Roles & Responsibilities

• To manage and supervise the overall accounting and financial matters, including finalization of management reports and statutory financial statements that are in strict compliance with the International accounting standards and SD Guthrie Berhad policies.
• To ensure timely and enhance quality submissions to Group Finance, which amongst others include financial analytics, monthly and quarterly financial and management reports.
• To manage and monitor financial forecasts to ensure financial targets are achieved.
• To ensure effective management of working capital and funding requirements which amongst others require optimization of purchases, inventories, close monitoring on debtors aging to timely collections as well as proper planning and accurate forecasting. This also entail a proper review of customers credit assessment.
• To perform treasury functions – including liaison with bankers on banking facilities, foreign exchange and money market transactions, letter of credit and other banking matters, in consultation with Group Treasury Finance. Appropriate management of exchange exposure and hedge a in accordance with approved company policies.
• To review Annual Budget, including participation in the challenge sessions with the business to ensure assumptions underlying the budget are supported.
• To work closely with external auditors including review of audit reports and internal control matters prior to finalization.
• To manage all tax matters to ensure tax efficiencies and to manage tax risk effectively.
• To review and improve internal controls, corporate governance processes as well as to ensure SD Guthrie Berhad Group Finance Policies and Procedures and Limits of Authority (LOA) are strictly adhered to.
• To support business decisions through an in-depth understanding and analysis of financial and operational performance, including review of product costing and margins calculations to ensure accuracy in order to support business decision on optimal product mix.
• To provide insurance support – Review and manage the company insurance policies to ensure optimal insurance coverage which are cost effective and insurance claims are maximized and expedited.
• To act as a proactive member of Tender Committee and to ensure tender process and policies are adhered to and to manage price negotiation effectively.
• To uplift the finance staff strength and provide training and coaching to enhance staff competencies and performances.

Ideal Candidate

• Preferably graduated in bachelor's degree in accountancy.
• Preferably possess professional accountancy membership (e.g. ACCA/ CIMA/ ICAEW).
• Preferably with minimum of 8 years working experience in FMCG industry.
• Experience working in MNC is an added advantage.
• Preferably with minimum of 2 years' experience in corporate finance.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Benefits Coverage
• Hybrid Workplace (depends on nature of work)
• Learning on Demand
• Employee Wellness Programme
• Employee Engagement Activities
• Education Assistance (terms & conditions apply)
• and many more...

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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