Accountant

The Impact Foundation; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading non-profit organization in Johor Bahru, Malaysia is seeking an Accountant to manage full accounting functions and ensure compliance with local standards. The ideal candidate holds a chartered qualification and has 3-5 years of relevant experience in financial reporting and external audits. Responsibilities include preparing monthly and yearly reports, leading a team, and supporting financial audits.

Qualifications

• Chartered qualification is mandatory.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in accounting-related roles.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting principles.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for full spectrum accounting functions.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, yearly financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and local accounting standards.

Skills

Chartered qualification (ACCA, CPA, ICAEW, CIMA, MICPA)

Strong foundation in accounting principles

Leadership and supervision skills

Experience in external audit

Change and process improvement capability

Advanced computer skills (Microsoft applications)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting & Finance

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an accountant with prior audit experience.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the full spectrum of accounting functions, including Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), Fixed Assets (FA), General Ledger, and consolidation accounts.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and conduct profit and loss analysis.
• Ensure proper, accurate, and complete recording of accounting entries into the systems.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports, including but not limited to:
• Monthly Operating Report
• Month-end accounting closing and reporting
• Corporate tax filings
• Sales & Indirect tax filings
• GST filings
• Ensure all reporting deadlines are met.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and liaise with banks and HQ to ensure sufficient liquidity for operations.
• Collaborate with tax and legal consultants to meet local statutory filing and reporting requirements.
• Interface with other departments and countries to support operations and projects.
• Maintain accounting controls by updating, recommending, and ensuring alignment with HQ policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and local accounting standards.
• Responsible for both external and internal financial and tax audits.
• Responsible for monthly forecasts and annual budgets.

Requirements

• Must possess a chartered qualification such as ACCA, CPA, ICAEW, CIMA, MICPA, etc.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting & Finance or related field.
• Strong foundation in accounting principles and experience in external audit.
• Ability to lead and supervise team members to ensure timely completion of work.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a similar role, including financial reporting and month-end close activities.
• Proven experience and capability to support change and process improvements, with creativity and willingness to share perspectives in group discussions.
• Strong understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices.
• Advanced computer skills, particularly with Windows and Microsoft-based applications, are advantageous.