Accountant

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

Job summary

A prominent job portal is seeking a diligent Accountant to manage the complete financial spectrum and ensure compliance with Malaysian regulations. The role requires mandatory hands-on experience with AutoCount and Xero accounting systems. Responsibilities include managing the accounting cycle, preparing financial statements, handling daily AP and AR, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements like EPF and SST. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and has at least 5 years of relevant experience.

Benefits

Work-Life Balance

No overtime expected

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience in Malaysia or Singapore.
• MIA membership is a significant advantage.
• Solid knowledge of MFRS and local tax legislation.
• Advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end accounting cycle, including general ledger maintenance.
• Prepare financial statements in full compliance with Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards.
• Handle daily Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR).
• Ensure timely and accurate adherence to Malaysian Income Tax Act and SST requirements.
• Oversee statutory contributions including EPF, SOCSO, and EIS.

Skills

Expert proficiency in AutoCount Accounting

Expert proficiency in Xero Cloud Accounting

Strong organizational skills

Excellent attention to detail

Effective communication in English

Effective communication in Bahasa Malaysia

Ability to communicate in Mandarin

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

We are seeking a diligent Accountant to manage the full financial spectrum, ensure high standards of accuracy, and maintain compliance with Malaysian regulations. Mandatory hands‑on experience with AutoCount and Xero accounting systems is required.

Core Responsibilities

• Financial Operations & Reporting: Manage the end‑to‑end accounting cycle, including general ledger maintenance and meticulous month‑end closing procedures.
• Prepare financial statements (Balance Sheet, P&L) in full compliance with Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS).
• Handle daily Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), ensuring efficient cash flow management.
• Statutory Compliance & Audit: Ensure timely and accurate adherence to Malaysian Income Tax Act (LHDN/IRB) and SST requirements.
• Oversee statutory contributions, including EPF, SOCSO, and EIS.
• Provide complete documentation and support for the annual external statutory audit.

Working Conditions & Culture

• Work‑Life Balance: We value the well‑being of our employees and promote a strong work‑life balance culture.
• Working Hours: Strict working hours are from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday.
• Overtime Policy: No overtime is expected as we prioritize efficient time management during standard business hours.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience in Malaysia or Singapore.
• MIA membership is a significant advantage.

Essential Technical Skills:

• Expert proficiency in AutoCount Accounting.
• Expert proficiency in Xero Cloud Accounting.
• Solid knowledge of MFRS and local tax legislation.
• Advanced Excel skills.

Competencies:

• Strong organizational skills and commitment to meeting regulatory deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical ability.

Effective communication in English and Bahasa Malaysia. Ability to communicate in Mandarin is highly advantageous.