Accountant

ManpowerGroup; Ipoh; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Accountant in Ipoh, Malaysia. The successful candidate will ensure financial accuracy and compliance, prepare management reports, and manage accounts payable/receivable. Required qualifications include a relevant degree with at least 5 years of experience in finance, preferably within the manufacturing sector. Candidates should be proficient in English and Bahasa Malaysia, with strong attention to detail and communication skills. Additional benefits include lunch meals and personal insurance coverage.

Benefits

Lunch meals provided

Personal insurance coverage (GHS and GPS after confirmation)

Qualifications

• Min 5 years of relevant experience for Degree holders in finance roles.
• Proficiency in English and Bahasa Malaysia, Mandarin is a plus.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare management reports accurately and timely.
• Submit tax returns and other statutory compliances.
• Supervise accounting staff for general functions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Ability to multitask

Proficiency in English

Proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia

Logical thinking

Education

Professional Certificate/Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Accountancy

Job description

Employer Background

Our client is a well-established organization in the Asia Pacific region, specializing in manufacturing and committed to operational excellence. The employer values precision, compliance, and efficiency in financial management, offering a supportive environment for professionals to grow and contribute to the company’s success.

Job Responsibilities

As an Accountant, you will play a key role in ensuring financial accuracy and compliance. Your responsibilities include:

• Preparing accurate and timely management reports.
• Submitting tax returns, monthly Goods and Services Tax, and other statutory compliances on schedule.
• Supervising accounting staff in general accounting functions.
• Checking and verifying invoices to ensure accuracy in data entries.
• Assisting in developing and reviewing internal operating policies, inventory, and cost controls.
• Preparing budgets and financial forecasts.
• Managing accounts payable and receivable functions.
• Performing operational and financial analysis reports.
• Reviewing and advising management on key performance indicators.
• Consolidating group accounts and preparing statutory accounts.
• Conducting expenses, overhead, sales, and cost analysis.
• Preparing subsidiary costing, monthly debtor aging reports, and debtor statements.
• Submitting accurate weekly reports to the supervisory team.
• Ensuring effectiveness of filing systems and daily operations.
• Performing other assignments as required by management.

Job Requirements

Must Have:

• Professional Certificate, Diploma, Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, or Professional Degree in Finance/Accountancy or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Proficiency in English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin is an advantage.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience for Diploma holders OR 5 years for Degree holders in a finance-related role within the manufacturing industry.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with figures.
• Clear and persuasive communication skills with team members, superiors, and suppliers.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and multitask effectively.
• Independent, logical, and systematic work approach with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in data collection, input, organization, review, and analysis.
• Ability to present information professionally and clearly.

Additional Benefits

• Lunch meals provided.
• Personal insurance coverage (GHS and GPS after confirmation).