Account Manager

Hiredly X; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and construction firm in Johor Bahru seeks a Finance Manager to oversee financial management, accounting operations, compliance, and team leadership. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, with 5-7 years of relevant experience and strong communication skills in English and Mandarin.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting roles.
• Strong knowledge of financial and tax regulations.
• English and Mandarin speaking required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Supervise daily accounting operations including AR, AP, GL, and payroll.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Lead and mentor the junior finance and accounting team.

Skills

Financial Management

Accounting

Compliance

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Team Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Master’s or MBA

CPA, ACCA, or similar certification

Tools

Autocount

Job description

Location : Johor Bahru, Johor

Client Industry : Engineering & Construction

Responsibilities

1. Financial Management:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Oversee and monitor cash flow, budgeting, expenses and forecasting processes.
• Monitor and analyse financial performance, provide financial insights and develop the strategy proposal to senior management for improvements.
• Ensure all financial records are accurate and up to date.

2. Accounting & Costing:

• Supervise daily accounting operations including AR, AP, GL, and payroll payment process including the statutory payment.
• Ensure timely reconciliation of bank statements and ledgers.
• Oversee and ensure the accuracy of the month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare project costing report.
• Prepare in closing accounts, ensure accounting records remain accurate and meet all financial reporting deadlines.
• Prepare monthly departmental expenses and cost analysis.

3. Compliance & Controls:

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal financial regulations.
• Coordinate with external auditors and manage audit processes.
• Develop and implement internal controls to safeguard assets.
• Handle tax filings and ensure compliance with financial laws.
• Work with auditors during financial audits.

4. Team Management:

• Lead and mentor the junior of finance and accounting team.
• Assign tasks, set goals, and conduct performance evaluations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred).
• Professional certifications are highly desirable.
• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting roles.
• Proficiency in accounting software (Autocount)
• Ability to think out of the box and be creative.
• Strong knowledge of financial and tax regulations.
• Attention to details and good organizational skills.
• CPA, ACCA, or similar certification is an added advantage.
• Good with numbers.
• Knowledge on E-Invoicing is a must.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Possess excellent people management skill in leading the team to meet the deadlines.
• English & Mandarin speaking required.
• Able to travel within Johor Bahru.