Account & Finance Assistant

Otl Asia Sdn Bhd; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Overland in Malaysia is seeking an Account & Finance Assistant to support the Finance team with daily accounting tasks, including accounts payable, vendor invoices, reconciliations, and payment preparation.

The role also covers cash flow planning, financial reporting, non-trade procurement, and driving improvements to finance processes and systems. Travel to affiliated companies may be required.

Qualifications

• Candidate must possess at least a Professional Certificate, Diploma, Advanced Diploma, or Degree in Finance, Accountancy, or equivalent.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive, review and process vendor invoices accurately and within the required timeline.
• Verify invoices for accuracy, completeness, supporting documents and proper authorization.
• Reconcile and review vendor statements to ensure all outstanding invoices are properly accounted for.
• Investigate and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate and well-organized accounting and financial records.
• Ensure finance and payment activities comply with company policies and applicable accounting standards.
• Prepare regular reports relating to accounts payable and finance activities.
• Prepare payment breakdowns for key vendors to support cash flow and cash outflow planning.
• Assist in improving vendor reconciliation and payment processes in line with ongoing accounting system improvements.
• Support the identification and evaluation of potential suppliers for non-trade purchases, including obtaining quotations and negotiating prices and terms where required.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders to suppliers with accurate specifications, quantities and agreed terms.
• Ensure purchases are made in accordance with company policies, applicable regulations and legal requirements.
• Assist in other finance and accounting activities as assigned by the superior.
• Prepare reports and perform other ad hoc assignments as required.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Independent work

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Finance / Accountancy degree or equivalent

Job description

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Account & Finance Assistant supports the Finance team in managing daily accounting and finance operations, including accounts payable, vendor invoice processing, reconciliation and payment preparation. The role also supports cash flow planning, financial reporting, non-trade procurement activities and continuous improvement of finance processes and systems.

Position Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, review and process vendor invoices accurately and within the required timeline.
• Verify invoices for accuracy, completeness, supporting documents and proper authorization.
• Reconcile and review vendor statements to ensure all outstanding invoices are properly accounted for.
• Investigate and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate and well-organized accounting and financial records.
• Ensure finance and payment activities comply with company policies and applicable accounting standards.
• Prepare regular reports relating to accounts payable and finance activities.
• Prepare payment breakdowns for key vendors to support cash flow and cash outflow planning.
• Assist in improving vendor reconciliation and payment processes in line with ongoing accounting system improvements.
• Support the identification and evaluation of potential suppliers for non-trade purchases, including obtaining quotations and negotiating prices and terms where required.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders to suppliers with accurate specifications, quantities and agreed terms.
• Ensure purchases are made in accordance with company policies, applicable regulations and legal requirements.
• Assist in other finance and accounting activities as assigned by the superior.
• Prepare reports and perform other ad hoc assignments as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Candidate must possess at least a Professional Certificate, Diploma, Advanced Diploma, or Degree in Finance, Accountancy, or equivalent.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational and time management skills.

Why Join Us

At Overland, we offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized. Joining our team provides an opportunity to make a meaningful impact and drive positive change within the organization. Notably, our roles may involve traveling to affiliated companies for work-related purposes, further enriching your experience and broadening your horizons. Join Overland to embark on a journey where your talents are valued, growth is encouraged, and impactful changes are made.