Account Assistant

San Francisco Coffee; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

Supportive environment

Job summary

San Francisco Coffee is seeking an Account Assistant to support our finance team in Malaysia. The role includes daily accounting, invoicing, AP/AR processing, and bank reconciliations, with preparatory work for monthly and year-end closings.

Diploma or degree in accounting/finance is preferred, with proficiency in Excel and familiarity with common accounting software. The ideal candidate will maintain accurate financial data, work both independently and within a team, and handle confidential

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Previous experience in an accounting or finance role is an advantage
• Familiarity with basic accounting principles and bookkeeping procedures
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
• Experience with accounting software such as SQL Accounting, AutoCount, Xero, QuickBooks, or similar systems is an advantage
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to meet deadlines and handle confidential financial information appropriately

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily accounting and bookkeeping activities
• Prepare and process invoices, payment vouchers, receipts, and other accounting documents
• Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
• Record and maintain accurate financial data in the accounting system
• Assist with bank reconciliations and monitor daily banking transactions
• Follow up on outstanding payments and assist with collection activities
• Verify invoices, purchase orders, receipts, and supporting documents
• Maintain proper filing and documentation of accounting records
• Assist in preparing monthly management reports and financial schedules
• Support the preparation of month-end and year-end closing activities

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Independent worker

Education

Diploma or Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SQL Accounting

AutoCount

Xero

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are looking for a detail-oriented and organized Account Assistant to support our finance and accounting operations. The successful candidate will assist with daily accounting activities, maintain accurate financial records, process transactions, and provide administrative support to the accounts team.

Key responsibilities:

Assist with daily accounting and bookkeeping activities

Prepare and process invoices, payment vouchers, receipts, and other accounting documents

Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions

Record and maintain accurate financial data in the accounting system

Assist with bank reconciliations and monitor daily banking transactions

Follow up on outstanding payments and assist with collection activities

Verify invoices, purchase orders, receipts, and supporting documents

Maintain proper filing and documentation of accounting records

Assist in preparing monthly management reports and financial schedules

Support the preparation of month-end and year-end closing activities

About you:

Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Previous experience in an accounting or finance role is an advantage

Familiarity with basic accounting principles and bookkeeping procedures

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office

Experience with accounting software such as SQL Accounting, AutoCount, Xero, QuickBooks, or similar systems is an advantage

Good attention to detail and accuracy

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Able to work independently as well as part of a team

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Able to meet deadlines and handle confidential financial information appropriately

Competitive salary and benefits

Opportunities for learning and career development

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Exposure to a broad range of accounting and finance functions

Opportunities for career progression within the organization

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Finance Clerk?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?

In 1997, a homegrown coffee company with a simple yet noble mission was created. That company was SF Coffee, and their mission was to serve the best coffee in town.

SF Coffee are one of the few non-franchised American-founded specialty coffee brands in Malaysia who roast their own coffee to ensure the utmost freshness.

San Francisco Coffee Sdn Bhd was acquired by Envictus on 28 March 2016. The number of outlets then grew from 28 to 50 which now includes presence not only in the Klang Valley, but also Negeri Sembilan & Penang. In 2017 the brand was given a new look to stay fresh in the ever-growing specialty coffee industry.

In 1997, a homegrown coffee company with a simple yet noble mission was created. That company was SF Coffee, and their mission was to serve the best coffee in town.

SF Coffee are one of the few non-franchised American-founded specialty coffee brands in Malaysia who roast their own coffee to ensure the utmost freshness.

San Francisco Coffee Sdn Bhd was acquired by Envictus on 28 March 2016. The number of outlets then grew from 28 to 50 which now includes presence not only in the Klang Valley, but also Negeri Sembilan & Penang. In 2017 the brand was given a new look to stay fresh in the ever-growing specialty coffee industry.