Account Assistant (Contract)

Hytech; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 20,088 - 35,712; Part time

Job summary

Hytech, a global management consulting firm, seeks an Accounts Assistant (Contract) to support daily accounting operations, invoicing, and document control in Kuala Lumpur. This 6-month, fully onsite role involves month-end tasks and basic reporting.

Ideal candidates hold a Diploma or Degree in Accounting/Finance, are detail‑oriented and organized, with good English. Mandarin is an added advantage. Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply for this entry‑level contract.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (final year students or fresh graduates are encouraged to apply).
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and meticulous, with the ability to work independently and manage tasks under pressure.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Good communication skills in English.
• Mandarin speaking ability is an added advantage due to business communication requirements.
• Demonstrates the ability and mindset to leverage AI tools to improve work efficiency, productivity, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Assist in collecting, organizing, and analysing financial data to support accounting operations.
• Support the preparation of basic bookkeeping tasks, including journal entries and adjusting entries.
• Assist in processing invoices, payments, and expense claims.
• Provide support during month-end or quarter-end closing activities.
• Assist with bank and account reconciliation tasks.
• Organize and maintain financial documents such as payment vouchers, receipts, invoices, and statements.
• Support the tracking of departmental expenses against allocated budgets.
• Verify staff expense claims for accuracy and completeness of supporting documents.
• Participate in finance-related initiatives such as system upgrades, process improvement projects, or automation testing.
• Perform other administrative or finance-related duties assigned by the finance team.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical

Communication in English

Mandarin as advantage

Independent worker

Organizational skills

Proactive

Education

Diploma or Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Hytech is a leading management consulting firm headquartered in Australia and Singapore, specialising in digital transformation for fintech and financial services organisations. We deliver end-to-end consulting services and provide robust middle- and back-office solutions that enable our clients to optimise operations, enhance efficiency, and stay ahead in a fast-evolving digital landscape.

With more than 2,000 professionals worldwide, Hytech has a strong and growing international presence, with offices across Australia, Singapore, Malaysia, Taiwan, the Philippines, Thailand, Morocco, Cyprus, Dubai, and beyond.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant (Contract)to support the finance team with daily accounting operations, financial documentation, and administrative tasks. This role is ideal for individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in finance and accounting within a fast-paced business environment. The position will work closely with the finance team to ensure accurate financial records and smooth month-end processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in collecting, organizing, and analysing financial data to support accounting operations.
• Support the preparation of basic bookkeeping tasks, including journal entries and adjusting entries.
• Assist in processing invoices, payments, and expense claims.
• Provide support during month-end or quarter-end closing activities.
• Assist with bank and account reconciliation tasks.
• Organize and maintain financial documents such as payment vouchers, receipts, invoices, and statements.
• Support the tracking of departmental expenses against allocated budgets.
• Verify staff expense claims for accuracy and completeness of supporting documents.
• Participate in finance-related initiatives such as system upgrades, process improvement projects, or automation testing.
• Perform other administrative or finance-related duties assigned by the finance team.
• Employment Type:Contract
• Contract Duration:6 months
• Working Arrangement:Fully onsite

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field(final year students or fresh graduates are encouraged to apply).
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and meticulous, with the ability to work independently and manage tasks under pressure.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Good communication skills in English.
• Mandarin speaking ability is an added advantagedue to business communication requirements.
• Demonstrates the ability and mindset to leverage AI tools to improve work efficiency, productivity, and quality, while continuously exploring new ways to enhance business impact.

Preferred Attributes

• Basic understanding of accounting principles.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel or accounting systemsis advantageous.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic working environment.