ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

1347968H; West Coast Division; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

1347968H is seeking a qualified Accountant to manage the full set of accounts and oversee project accounting within a construction context. You will prepare monthly reports, handle budgeting and variance analysis, and ensure timely year-end closing.

The role requires 4–5 years of accounting experience, proficiency with AutoCount/SQL and Excel, and fluency in English and Bahasa Malaysia. On-site in Sabah, with collaboration with auditors and tax agents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent.
• 4–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in the construction industry.
• Familiar with project accounting, progress claims, and contract cost control.
• Knowledge of Malaysian financial and tax regulations.
• Proficient in accounting software (AutoCount, SQL, or similar) and Microsoft Excel.
• Detail-oriented, responsible, and able to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Manage full set of accounts (AP, AR, GL, bank reconciliation).
• Prepare timely monthly financial reports and year-end closing.
• Handle project accounting, including budgeting, costing, and variance analysis.
• Monitor project expenses and ensure cost control measures are in place.
• Prepare progress claims, invoicing, and follow up on collections.
• Manage cash flow and financial planning.
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, and authorities.
• Ensure compliance with Malaysian accounting standards and tax regulations.

Skills

Fluent English

Bahasa Malaysia

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent

Tools

AutoCount

SQL

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Manage full set of accounts (AP, AR, GL, bank reconciliation)

Prepare timely monthly financial reports and year-end closing

Handle project accounting, including budgeting, costing, and variance analysis

Monitor project expenses and ensure cost control measures are in place

Prepare progress claims, invoicing, and follow up on collections

Manage cash flow and financial planning

Liaise with auditors, tax agents, and authorities

Ensure compliance with Malaysian accounting standards and tax regulations

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent

Minimum 4 or 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in the CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

Familiar with project accounting, progress claims, and contract cost control

Knowledge of relevant Malaysian financial and tax regulations

Proficient in accounting software (e.g., AutoCount, SQL, or similar) and Microsoft Excel

Detail-oriented, responsible, and able to work independently under minimal supervision

Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia