Finance Executive

Join us aboard at Cause Effect on an exciting voyage to kickstart the next chapter of our growth! We're looking for a Finance Executive to lead our financial operations, help shape our financial future, and keep us on track for success.

As our Finance Executive, you will be responsible for:

1) Financial Reporting and Operations Management.

• Oversee the company's financial reporting structure both internally and externally, ensuring timely and accurate monthly and yearly closings.
• Manage daily finance operations, including treasury, banking, and working capital.

2) Budgeting, Forecasting, and Asset Management.

• Lead budgeting and financial forecasting processes.
• Manage the company's assets, monitor foreign currency exchanges, and provide accurate financial forecasts to guide decision-making.

3) Compliance and Internal Controls.

• Liaise with auditors, corporate secretaries, and tax agents to ensure effective statutory and regulatory reporting.
• Enhance internal controls and continuously improve financial policies and processes.

4) Team Leadership and Special Projects.

• Manage, develop, and lead the finance team.
• Undertake ad-hoc assignments, special projects, and business presentations as needed to support organisational goals.

Requirements:

1. Candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree/Post-Graduate Diploma/Professional Degree in Finance/Accountancy/Banking or Professional qualifications (ACCA, CIMA and CPA / CFA).
2. Minimum 3 years of working experience in the related field is required for this position with experience in handling a full set of management accounts.
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Words, PowerPoint, Outlook).
4. Proficiency in accounting software such as XERO.
5. Proficient in verbal and written use of English and Bahasa Malaysia.
6. Highly detailed oriented individual with good time management.

Extra credits if you:

1. Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
2. Have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
3. Are able to work in a team and independently.
4. Are adaptable to meeting tight deadlines.

Who will you be joining

Welcome to Cause Effect, where our vision is to connect people from all walks of life. We have had consistent multi-year revenue growth of more than 20% y-o-y, 8-figures in revenue, with above industry-average profitability. In this organisation, the average remuneration gain for the past couple of years, excluding upper management, is 40%,+-5%.

If you are looking to take your career to the next height, we will provide the opportunities and resources to help you hone your abilities and develop new skills, so long as you are eager and hungry to learn.

What kind of culture should I expect

• The average age of our organisation is 26 years old, with the strong desire for growth and learning.
• A fun and enjoyable working environment that values humility, a positive attitude, teamwork, and creativity.
• Our team is comfortable being called out if something does not meet standards, with little offence taken personally.
• Our progressive management initiates self-evaluation exercises, culture days, team alignment and town hall sessions.
• We appreciate guidance and mentorship, and actively foster a supportive environment for our team to grow and develop their skills and expertise.

What should I expect from work

• You will be working with a seasoned, award-winning entrepreneur who would be personally involved in mentoring and guiding you.
• You will be tasked with responsibility from day one in a fast-growing company, expect steep learning curves and be challenged to bring out the best.
• You will enjoy working in this role if you have a natural desire to play a backend but crucial role in a fast-growing organisation. You should appreciate the satisfaction of having assisted indirectly to produce a huge impact.

Note: We receive more than 1,000 CVs on a monthly basis, and we might potentially miss out on some good candidates. If you think that you fit into the role described, please resubmit your application with us. We celebrate persistence!