Assistant Manager, Corporate Reporting

Role & Company Overview

Incorporated in 1969, Carlsberg Brewery Malaysia Berhad is part of the global Carlsberg Group — one of the world’s leading brewers with strong market presence across Europe and Asia. As a dynamic brewer with operations in Malaysia, Singapore, and a strategic investment in Sri Lanka, we’re committed to brewing excellence and creating memorable experiences for our consumers.

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Assistant Manager, Corporate Reporting to join our Finance team. In this role, you will ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, group consolidation, statutory compliance, and regulatory reporting while providing financial insights and driving continuous improvements across reporting processes. 

If you are a qualified accounting professional with strong analytical skills, solid financial reporting knowledge, and a passion for accuracy, continuous improvement, and delivering results, we'd love to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities to ensure timely, accurate, and complete financial reporting.
• Prepare management reports, group consolidated financial statements, statutory financial statements, and Bursa Malaysia quarterly reporting requirements.
• Analyse financial results, trends, and variances, providing meaningful insights and commentary to support business performance and decision-making.
• Review balance sheet reconciliations, investigate outstanding items, and ensure timely resolution of reconciling differences.
• Support the preparation of financial analyses, reports, and presentation materials for the Audit Committee, Board of Directors, and Group reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS), Bursa Malaysia Listing Requirements, statutory regulations, and Group accounting policies.
• Coordinate external audit activities by preparing audit schedules, responding to audit queries, and facilitating the timely resolution of audit findings.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders by providing accounting guidance and advice on financial reporting, accounting treatments, and reporting requirements.
• Drive compliance with the Control Framework for Financial Reporting (CFFR), perform control assessments, and participate in annual inventory counts.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve financial reporting, consolidation, closing processes, system enhancements, and finance automation initiatives while supporting continuous improvement across the finance function.

What we’re looking for

• A strong analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills, high attention to detail, and the ability to interpret financial data and deliver accurate reporting.
• A finance professional with strong knowledge of financial reporting, MFRS/IFRS, Bursa Malaysia Listing Requirements, statutory reporting, and financial statement preparation.
• A collaborative communicator who can effectively engage stakeholders, provide accounting advisory, influence constructively, and work closely with cross-functional teams and external auditors.
• An organised and accountable individual who can prioritise tasks, manage multiple reporting deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• A continuous improvement mindset with experience in financial reporting process improvements, automation, system enhancements, and strengthening internal controls.
• Strong technical capabilities in balance sheet reconciliations, budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, financial analysis, variance analysis, and CFFR compliance.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency, including PivotTables, Power Query, and data analysis, to support reporting efficiency and business insights.
• A dependable team player with a positive attitude, strong ownership, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results with integrity.

What you can expect

 
An organisation that invests in your growth and empowers you to excel.

We consciously create an environment that genuinely focuses on developing our people—through coaching, continuous an organisation that invests in your growth and empowers you to excel
 
We empower individuals to take ownership, make decisions, and learn from both successes and challenges. In line with our Growth Culture, we are committed to supporting you in reaching your full potential while creating meaningful impact.
 
A positive, inclusive, and high energy workplace where your contributions matter. The role places you at the heart of consumer experiences, and you will be supported by a team that values collaboration, compassion, and diverse perspectives.
 
You can expect a team that celebrates wins together, moves with speed, and embraces innovation to deliver extraordinary results. Your ideas, courage to challenge the status quo, and passion for our consumer will be recognized and appreciated.
 

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline, with a professional accounting qualification.
• Membership with the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) or another recognised professional accounting body in Malaysia.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Accounting, Finance, Corporate Reporting, or a related field.
• Experience in financial audit, forecasting, and Bursa Malaysia reporting is an added advantage.
• Strong command of written and spoken English; proficiency in Mandarin is an added advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to perform financial analysis and reporting.

Workplace

Shah Alam, MY
 

Working Time

Mon – Thurs - 8.15am to 5.00pm

Fri – 8.15am to 4.00pm

 
We regret to inform only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

 
Due to General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) we only receive applications via our applicant system where possible.

Carlsberg Malaysia: Brewing for a Better Today and Tomorrow

For us success has always been in the diverse mix of our people, our products and our brands. At Carlsberg, we want to recruit and develop people with a global mindset, cultural understanding, and experience to ensure that our organization stays agile, inclusive and prepared for future growth.