Senior Manager, Finance - IDT

An Amazing Career Opportunity for a SENIOR FINANCE MANAGER !! 

Location: i-Park, Kulai

Job ID: 49592

Do you LOVE rewards as much as we do? Do you enjoy the planning, implementation, and communication of Total Rewards Programs? 

Does compensation, sales incentives, global position structures, career frameworks, health and wellness benefits, global mobility, immigration, and M&As - get you out of bed in the morning? If so, we want to hear from you! 

Who are we? 

HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.

We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo 

IDT is creating trusted identities for IoT applications through Smart Components and Enabling Services.

HID’s Identification Technologies powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places and things through smart components and cloud services. We make it possible for people and organizations to transact safely, work productively, and travel freely. Our contactless identification and sensing (RFID, NFC, and BLE) components and solution enabling technologies address the dynamic requirements across multiple industries to wirelessly connect, identify, collect and manage data quickly and accurately across virtually any IoT application.

Are you ready to make a difference? Join us and help shape the future of security. 

As our SENIOR FINANCE MANAGER you’ll support HID’s success by: 

Summary

We are seeking an operationally focused Senior Manager to join our finance team in Malaysia. Reporting to the VP, Finance – IDT, the successful candidate will lead Financial Reporting, Cost Accounting and Accounts Payable activities for HID GLOBAL Sdn Bhd. The role will have a strong focus on cost accounting, financial reporting, standardized processes, strong financial controls, and accurate reporting. The position partners with operations and business leaders deliver impactful cost, direct material, and inventory analytics that drive strategic decisions. Key responsibilities include overseeing planning and forecasting cycles, supporting month‑end close, and contributing to ERP transformation efforts. The role also champions continuous improvement, builds financial models, supports audits, and develops a high‑performing team.

Essential Duties

• Accounting & Reporting
• Responsibility for delivering monthly management accounts in line with IFRS and
  ASSA ABLOY accounting principles as per corporate calendar
• Support month end closing, reporting & variance analytics for financial reviews
• Coordinate and lead the annual plan / quarterly forecasts process for inventory, DPO and cost savings in alignment with operations and business areas
• Ownership of Balance Sheet review process in line with corporate deadlines
• Establishment of processes to ensure strict adherence to statutory reporting and taxation timelines
•  Financial Analysis
• Support product level cost analysis to assist with profitability trends and goals
• Responsible for the analytics and communication around direct material by business area
• Own the inventory analytics, financial reporting, and processes
• Partner with the business areas to provide ongoing direct material, inventory and   DPO analytics to drive decision making
• Accounts Payable
• Manage Purchase to Pay and Travel & Expense activities
• Oversee compliance with local taxes, accounting standards, and HID policies.
• Coordinate monthly AP closing activities including accruals, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Assist the team in managing daily tasks, documenting same and delivering on a timely basis
• Maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and ensuring payment in line with agreed payment terms
• Process & Systems
• Participate in processes, analysis, decisions and execution around the Global ERP transformation program design and implementation, including testing and validation
• Drive standardization of processes across all entities and sites, with particular focus on cost accounting processes
• Build transformative financial models to drive insightful analytics for the business
• Champion continuous improvement efforts to drive efficiency
• Implement and enforce business controls to minimize risk and ensure financial reporting accuracy

Essential Qualifications

To perform this role successfully, candidates must meet the following requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum of 10-12 years of accounting/finance experience, with 5-7 years specifically in cost accounting or manufacturing finance
• Minimum 2-3 years people management experience
• Active CPA license strongly desired
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively as a member of a cross-functional team
• Able to work in a Global environment
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with IFRS/GAAP
• Demonstrated track record of team leadership, mentoring, and/or coaching
• Experience with Oracle or similar ERP system
• Experience with HFM or OneStream
• Knowledge of data warehouse reporting and analysis tools
• Proficient in MS Office applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. with advanced Excel skills required

Work Environment 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Employee works primarily in an office environment, within a well-ventilated area, and is exposed to moderate noise levels.

Work Requirements

• Compliance with all relevant HID Global policies and procedures related to Quality, Security, Safety, Business Continuity, and Environmental systems.
• Travel and fieldwork, including international travel may be required. Therefore, employee must possess, or be able to acquire a valid passport.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which you are hired.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and rewards package

• Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance

• A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture
• Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential
• To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds

Why apply? 

• Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply.
• Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing or part-time job seekers.
• Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted.

HID is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves, fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusivity. If you have a disability and require assistance or accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact accommodations-ext@hidglobal.com.

Please be aware that our recruitment process may include the use of AI-powered tools to assist in screening applicant resumes. These tools help us efficiently identify candidates whose qualifications and skills align with the job description. We use AI in a responsible manner and in accordance with applicable data privacy laws and regulations. Importantly, all applicants are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team. AI is used to support, not replace, human judgment in the evaluation process.

We make it easier for people to get where they want to go!
On an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something.  HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries.  We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go – without having to think about it.  
 
When you join our HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.

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