Corporate Finance & Tax, Assistant Manager

About the RoleWe are a forw​ard-thinking logistics property development firm seeking a sharp and driven Corporate Finance & Tax Assistant Manager to join our growing Malaysia operations. This is a high-impact, multifaceted role at the intersection of treasury, tax, corporate finance, and financial planning, ideal for a finance professional who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and is ready to take ownership across a broad portfolio of responsibilities.You will work closely with internal finance teams to uphold strong corporate governance and drive operational efficiency, while building and managing relationships with external banking and financial institution partners.What You'll DoTreasury Oversight & AdministrationReview and reconcile treasury operations prepared by the treasury teamEnsure accuracy across payment processing, reporting, and administrative documentationMaintain compliance with internal controls, policies, and external regulationsBank Facility ManagementOriginate, negotiate, structure, and execute new bank facilities (credit lines, term loans, guarantees, working capital facilities)Collaborate cross-functionally to define facility needs, covenants, pricing, and risk parametersBank Relationship ManagementDevelop and maintain strong relationships with banks and financial institutionsMonitor service levels, fees, and counterparty riskLiaise with relationship managers to optimize financing options and support growth initiativesBudgeting, Forecasting & Financial PlanningLead the annual budgeting process end-to-end, consolidating departmental inputs and ensuring accuracy and timelinessMonitor performance against budget and prepare variance analysesDrive cash flow and P&L forecasting; identify funding requirements and optimization opportunitiesCash Flow Management & ReportingMonitor daily cash positions, liquidity, and short-term funding needsPrepare cash flow statements, liquidity dashboards, and working capital analysesBuild and maintain robust cash flow models to support strategic decision-makingCorporate Secretariat & Governance SupportCoordinate board and shareholders' meetingsPrepare agendas, take minutes, and manage action trackingTax ComplianceOversee all direct and indirect tax functions — corporate tax, SST/IST/GST, and withholding taxEnsure timely filings, full regulatory compliance, and proactive monitoring of tax legislation changesSupport tax planning, provisioning, and deferred tax calculationsLiaise with tax authorities and external advisors as requiredFinancial Systems & Process ImprovementChampion enhancements across financial systems (ERP, treasury management, budgeting and reporting tools)Identify automation opportunities, improve data quality, and safeguard financial information integrityAd Hoc & Strategic ProjectsLead or contribute to strategic finance initiatives including M&A due diligence, financing strategy reviews, and cost optimization programsRequirementsBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related fieldMaster's degree or professional qualification (CFA, CPA, CA, ACCA) preferredMinimum 5 years of relevant experience across treasury, tax, corporate finance, or FP&A functionsSolid understanding of treasury operations, tax regulations, banking products, and bank covenantsProven experience in budgeting, forecasting, P&L analysis, and cash flow managementProficiency in Mandarin (written and spoken) required for liaison with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders