Account Executive

1056376-U; Penang; On-site; MYR 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

1056376-U in Penang is seeking a skilled Accountant to manage the full set of accounts, ensure timely financial reporting, and handle month-end and year-end closures for the group.

You will analyse budgets, perform cash flow analysis, and oversee project costing while maintaining compliance with MFRS and Malaysia tax requirements. The role requires a Diploma in Accounting/Finance and at least 3 years of experience; professional qualifications are an advantage.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Accounting/Finance required.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant working experience.
• Proficient in MFRS accounting standards and Malaysia taxation.
• High integrity with strong data analysis and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Professional qualifications (ACCA, CPA, MIA, etc.) are an added advantage.
• Experience in retail or F&B is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Conduct full set of accounts and tax computations for the group.
• Analyse budgets and prepare expense reports.
• Perform month-end and year-end closures.
• Prepare monthly cash flow analysis and manage treasury matters.
• Oversee costing and financial performance for projects.
• Provide updated KPI indicators to the department.
• Review financial statements and ensure data accuracy prior to reporting to management.
• Post journal entries and ensure all business transactions are recorded.
• Update accounts receivable and issue invoices.
• Update accounts payable and perform reconciliations.

Skills

Data analysis

Integrity

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma in Accounting/Finance

ACCA/CPA/MIA (optional)

Job description

This role involves conducting a full set of accounts, managing financial operations, and ensuring accurate financial reporting for the group. You will be responsible for month-end and year-end closures, cash flow analysis, treasury matters, and costing and financial performance for projects. The role requires ensuring timely submission of statutory reporting and compliance with relevant authorities.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct full set account and tax computation for the group
• Analyse budgets and create expense reports
• Conduct month-end and year-end closures
• Manage and prepare monthly cash flow analysis and treasury matters
• Manage costing and financial performance for projects
• Provide accurate and updated KPI indicators to department
• Review financial statements and ensure accuracy of data prior to reporting to management
• Post and process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded
• Update accounts receivable and issue invoices
• Update accounts payable and perform reconciliations

About you

• Possess at least Diploma in Accounting/Finance
• Minimum 3 years of working experience
• Well versed in MFRS Accounting Standards and Malaysia Taxation requirements
• High level of integrity, data analytical skills, and able to meet tight deadlines
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Professional qualifications (ACCA, CPA, MIA etc.) are an added advantage
• Experience in retail or F&B industry is an added advantage