Finance Director (Data Center, Johor Bahru)

Role Overview

The Finance Director will oversee the full spectrum of finance and accounting functions, including corporate secretarial, tax, compliance, and reporting matters. This role is critical in supporting large‑scale data center construction projects, ensuring financial sustainability, governance, and strategic alignment with business objectives. The Finance Director will partner closely with senior leadership to drive financial performance, manage risks, and support long‑term growth.

Key Responsibilities

Finance & Accounting Leadership

• Lead end‑to‑end finance operations, including accounts, corporate secretarial, tax, and compliance.
  
• Oversee financial reporting and statutory submissions in line with regulatory requirements.
  
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and capital allocation to support project execution.
  
• Ensure strong internal controls, audit readiness, and governance practices.
  

Forecasting & Budgeting

• Lead annual budgeting and long‑term financial planning processes.
  
• Develop accurate forecasts to support project execution and business growth.
  
• Monitor performance against budgets and forecasts, recommending corrective actions.
  
• Provide scenario planning and financial modelling to support decision‑making.
  

Strategic & Commercial Advisory

• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support project and business decisions.
  
• Partner with project and operations teams to ensure financial viability and cost efficiency.
  
• Drive profitability improvement and cost optimisation strategies.
  

Stakeholder & Team Management

• Liaise with auditors, tax advisors, regulators, and financial institutions.
  
• Build and lead a high‑performing finance team with strong analytical and commercial capabilities.
  
• Develop succession plans and talent pipelines within the finance function.
  
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline; professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, CIMA) preferred.
  
• Strong background in main contractor construction industry or data center industry (preferred).
  
• Proven expertise in corporate secretarial, tax, compliance, and full‑spectrum finance management.
  
• Proficiency in Mandarin (read, write, speak) is essential.
  
• Hands‑on, detail‑oriented, and adaptable to a dynamic project environment.
  
• Willingness to work 5.5 days per week.