MARLINA BINTI OMAR
Sepang
Summary
Finance-focused analyst with deep involvement in period-end close, statutory reporting, accrual postings, and tax reconciliation. Known for using Excel and Power BI to improve reporting accuracy, support audits, and provide clear financial insights to management.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Business Analyst
Steelcase Manufacturing Malaysia
Puchong, Selangor
09.2022 - Current
- Analysed financial statements and generated management review reports to support informed decision-making.
- Presented monthly financial statements to management for decision-making.
- Generated actual-versus-forecast variance analysis for sales and materials.
- Prepared plant-level sales and material variance forecasts for reporting cycles.
- Collaborated with expense owners on monthly accrual activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Completed period-end close tasks on time using standard procedures and checklists.
- Led GR/IR reconciliation to enhance reporting accuracy and facilitate better traceability of financial transactions.
- Reconciled SST and revenue reports to support accurate tax filings.
- Prepared service tax documentation for customs submission requirements.
- Compiled and submitted monthly and quarterly statistical reports to BNM.
- Maintained asset master schedule covering additions, disposals, and write-offs.
- Advised on cost-centre and material spending as a business partner.
- Reviewed capex project financial analysis and assessment outputs.
- Authorised purchase requisitions within approval limits and policy controls.
- Managed PID in and out for materials with clear underlying reasons.
- Performed quarterly material revaluation activities for updated valuation.
- Performed freight analysis to support cost and shipment understanding.
- Coordinated with external auditors and tax agent during year-end audits.
- Submitted credit notes to headquarters for quality-related issues.
- Updated and analysed absorption reports for cost and output tracking.
- Industry: Manufacturing of furniture
Accountant
Tesa Tape Industries (M) Sdn Bhd
Bangi, Selangor
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Ensured accurate accounting records and bookkeeping to support IFRS compliance.
- Managed full accounts for 2 legal entities on a daily basis.
- Prepared monthly accounting schedules for management reports and accrual reconciliations.
- Managed accounts receivable processes, including ageing report generation, statement reconciliations, and customer onboarding, to enhance cash flow management.
- Oversaw timely and accurate recording of cash inflows and outflows.
- Monitored and planned company cash flow to ensure operational liquidity.
- Managed liquid funds efficiently to support business needs.
- Prepared and updated monthly rolling cash flow forecasts and bank balances.
- Processed accounts payable transactions for third-party vendors and intercompany, including invoice handling and accrual postings with proper documentation.
- Coordinated with affiliates on monthly reconciliations, billing, and related activities.
- Handled staff claims and corporate credit card holder reimbursements on a monthly basis.
- Managed petty cash claims and reimbursements.
- Provided audit schedules and financial documentation to external auditors during audits.
- Prepared and submitted statutory reports, including Lampiran B, to meet local regulatory requirements and support compliance.
- Prepared and submitted service tax documentation to customs.
- Reconciled SST and revenue reports to ensure accuracy of tax filings.
- Analysed financial statements and accounting details for management reporting and decision-making.
- Supported controlling functions including supply chain and logistics activities.
- Assisted in communication and compliance with regulatory authorities for legal and statutory matters.
- Responsible for vendor creation and ensuring all supporting documentation is complete and compliant.
- Ensured adherence to the company's credit management policy and approval matrix.
- Industry: Manufacturing of tape
Finance Executive
T-Systems Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
Cyberjaya, Selangor
06.2014 - 08.2021
- Produced monthly, quarterly, and annual global financial reports, enhancing visibility into financial performance for stakeholders.
- Reviewed month-end reporting packs for accuracy and completeness, facilitating reliable financial analysis and decision-making.
- Completed period-end closing activities accurately, consistently, and on time daily.
- Collaborated with expense owners to complete monthly accrual process and reconciliation tasks, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to support accurate cash reporting.
- Maintained and updated the company chart of accounts and supporting records.
- Developed supporting schedules for financial statements in line reporting requirements.
- Submitted ad-hoc and quarterly central bank and MDEC reporting items.
- Prepared service tax documentation for customs submission requirements and checklists.
- Provided auditors required financial information during interim and year-end audits.
- Accounted for leased assets and reporting for IFRS 16 compliance.
- Prepared and managed the asset master schedule for additions disposals.
- Oversaw e-best asset transactions as designated asset manager within shopping carts.
- Performed annual asset sighting to verify physical items against records.
- Managed CSR initiatives as CSR manager for T-Systems Malaysia.
- Industry: IT
Costing Analyst
Hanwha Q Cells (M) Sdn. Bhd.
Cyberjaya, Selangor
07.2011 - 06.2014
- Conducted variance analysis between actual and budgeted spend for control.
- Identified cost-saving opportunities within fixed spending categories, enhancing budget management.
- Monitored monthly expenditure by individual cost centre accounts and posting schedules.
- Allocated expenses and accruals accurately to cost centres per accounting policies.
- Managed month-end database reporting to support ongoing financial tracking.
- Prepared cash flow forecasts aligned to production planning requirements each cycle.
- Maintained and reported global KPI dashboards, enabling informed decision-making for business performance.
- Analysed personnel costs and tracked trends, supporting strategic workforce planning initiatives.
- Oversaw monthly, quarterly, and annual inventory counts for accurate stock reporting.
- Industry: Manufacturing of solar panels
Vacation Trainee in Tax Line of Services
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Kuala Lumpur
07.2009 - 08.2009
- Drafted correspondence for Inland Revenue Board and clients, ensuring accurate compilation of tax returns.
- Coordinated meetings with clients and Inland Revenue Board officers to address tax matters effectively.
Vacation Trainee in Tax Line of Services
Petronas Carigali Sdn Bhd
Kerteh
05.2009 - 06.2009
- Reconciled Project Sharing Contract with General Ledger account to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Calculated cash call amounts for Project Sharing Contract to support budget planning and preparation of presentations.
Education
Association Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA) - [Business Analysis, Advanced Audit and Assurance, Advanced Taxation]
YES Academy
Kuala Lumpur01-2020
Association Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA) - [Corporate Reporting (International), Governance, Risk and Ethics]
Dublin Business School
Ireland01-2010
BA (Hons) - Accounting & Finance
Dublin Business School
Ireland01-2010
A-Level - Cambridge International Examination (CIE)
Kolej Yayasan UEM (KYUEM)
Malaysia01-2007
Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) -
Maktab Rendah Sains MARA (MRSIM)
Kuantan, Malaysia01-2005
Skills
- Financial reporting expertise
- Variance analysis techniques
- Power BI expertise
- Data analytics skills
- SAP expertise
- Cross-department collaboration
- Leadership and collaboration
- Continuous learning
REFERENCE
Foo Yee, Chan, Finance Manager, peacefoo2003@yahoo.com, +6012-6259758
Project
- Cost Reduction & Cost Management Initiatives, Actively involved in multiple cost reduction initiatives across operations and supply chain, including:, Implementing carton and packaging material reuse programs, resulting in procurement and storage space savings., Validating and verifying cost savings from price reductions on direct materials, indirect materials, and purchased services., Supporting third-party warehouse cost reduction by optimizing and utilizing available in-house storage capacity., Improving coating process efficiency by increasing the quantity of materials processed per cycle, resulting in material handling and productivity gains., Participating in material localization projects to reduce import dependency and overall material costs.
- BIS Certification Support for India Export Market, Performed preliminary product cost analysis during the early stage of BIS certification projects., Assessed MICECA qualification requirements and potential benefits for export activities., Verified Bill of Material (BOM) accuracy against target product costs during project planning and development stages.
- Material and Process Change Management, Evaluated material and process changes to ensure accurate product costing., Verified pricing accuracy for new and revised materials., Reviewed material flow and routing changes to ensure proper cost allocation and manufacturing cost accuracy., Assessed the cost impact of process and material changes on overall product profitability.
TRAINING ATTENDED
- 2024 Critical Thinking Management by Steelcase Inc
- 2019 Commitment to Data Privacy and Information Protection 2019 by Deutsche Telekom Driving Client Centricity by EQTD Consulting
- 2018 Budget 2019 Key Updates and Changes for Corporate Accountant by MIA T-Titans The Gift of Leadership Programme by Hearts & Minds
- 2017 Understanding Withholding Tax by KPMG Clear Desk by Deutsch Telekom Access Protection by Deutsch Telekom
- 2016 KPMG in Malaysia Tax Summit 2016 by KPMG
- 2013 Managing Cost – Understand Costing Principles and Variance Analysis by MIA
Timeline
Senior Business Analyst
Steelcase Manufacturing Malaysia
09.2022 - Current
Accountant
Tesa Tape Industries (M) Sdn Bhd
09.2021 - 08.2022
Finance Executive
T-Systems Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
06.2014 - 08.2021
Costing Analyst
Hanwha Q Cells (M) Sdn. Bhd.
07.2011 - 06.2014
Vacation Trainee in Tax Line of Services
PricewaterhouseCoopers
07.2009 - 08.2009
Vacation Trainee in Tax Line of Services
Petronas Carigali Sdn Bhd
05.2009 - 06.2009
Association Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA) - [Business Analysis, Advanced Audit and Assurance, Advanced Taxation]
YES Academy
Association Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA) - [Corporate Reporting (International), Governance, Risk and Ethics]
Dublin Business School
BA (Hons) - Accounting & Finance
Dublin Business School
A-Level - Cambridge International Examination (CIE)
Kolej Yayasan UEM (KYUEM)
Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) -
Maktab Rendah Sains MARA (MRSIM)