Accountant

KUEK & KUEH PACKAGING INDUSTRIES SDN. BHD.; Kuching; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

KUEK & KUEH PACKAGING INDUSTRIES SDN. BHD. is seeking an experienced accounting professional to manage financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

You will oversee the general ledger, coordinate with auditors, and drive process improvements while mentoring junior staff. The role requires strong MPERs knowledge, proficiency with Sage UBS, and a collaborative mindset to work across finance, billing, and store departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA/ACCA/MIA certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting, with a proven track record of success.
• Strong knowledge of MPERs and related financial reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage UBS).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with MPERs & IFRS.
• Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management review.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data.
• Maintain the general ledger and oversee the reconciliation of accounts.
• Monitor and analyze accounts to identify discrepancies and resolve issues promptly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to obtain necessary financial information.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting and track budget performance.
• Provide variance analysis and recommendations for cost control and process improvement.
• Coordinate with external auditors during annual audits and ensure timely tax filings.
• Forecast cash needs and coordinate with treasury functions.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency enhancements.
• Provide guidance to junior accounting staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/ACCA/MIA certification

Tools

Sage UBS

Job description

Responsibilities

Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with MPERs & IFRS.

Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management review.

Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data.

General Ledger Management

Maintain the general ledger and oversee the reconciliation of accounts.

Monitor and analyze accounts to identify discrepancies and resolve issues promptly.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to obtain necessary financial information.

Budgeting and Forecasting

Assist in the development of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.

Track budget performance and provide variance analysis.

Make recommendations for cost control and process improvement.

Compliance and Regulatory Reporting

Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulations.

Prepare and submit necessary tax filings in a timely manner.

Coordinate with external auditors during annual audits.

Cash Flow Management

Monitor and manage cash flow to optimize liquidity.

Forecast cash needs and coordinate with treasury functions.

Process Improvement

Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency enhancements.

Implement best practices to streamline accounting procedures.

Collaborate with colleagues in finance, billing and store departments to achieve organizational goals.

Provide guidance and support to junior accounting staff.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA/ACCA/MIA certification is a plus.

Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting, with a proven track record of success.

Strong knowledge of MPERs and related financial reporting requirements.

Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage UBS).

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.