Account Assistant

Gemtex Sdn Bhd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Malaysia is looking for an Accounting Assistant to assist with daily accounting tasks including data entry, invoicing, and financial documentation updates. The ideal candidate should have a Diploma or Certificate in Accounting or Finance. Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities include handling Accounts Payable and Receivable, supporting audits, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Strong numerical and analytical skills, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Excel, are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Fresh graduates with accounting background are encouraged to apply.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial documentation.
• Familiar with accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily accounting tasks including data entry, invoicing, billing and payment.
• Prepare and update accounting records and financial documentation.
• Handle Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions.
• Support statutory and internal audits in preparation of schedules.
• Assist in e-invoicing processes and maintain compliance.
• Liaise with clients and suppliers on financial inquiries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong numerical skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma or Certificate in Accounting, Finance or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in daily accounting tasks including data entry, invoicing, billing and payment.
• Prepare and update accounting records, ledgers and financial documentation.
• Handle Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions.
• Assist in preparation and timely submission of SST (Sales and Services Tax) returns, including collection of supporting documents.
• Support statutory and internal audits by preparing requested schedules, retrieving documents and ensuring audit readiness.
• Assist in e-invoicing processes, including data entry, invoice verification and maintaining compliance with government guidelines.
• Liaise with clients and suppliers on documentation, inquiries and requests for financial information.
• Support customer and supplier service by responding to emails and assisting with document coordination and information requests.
• Assist in general administrative tasks and departmental coordination as needed.
• Carry out Ad hoc assignments on the agreed time frame.
• Monitor customer accounts and outstanding balances.
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve payment disputes.

Requirements

• Diploma or Certificate in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Fresh graduates with accounting background are encouraged to apply.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial documentation.
• Familiar with accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Able to work independently with good attention to detail.
• Responsible, disciplined and willing to learn.
• Recommend credit holds when necessary.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and good organisation.