Accountant

Plexus; Penang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Plexus is seeking an Accountant I in Penang to support accurate inventory valuation and financial reporting. You will handle bookkeeping tasks across AR/AP/GL and assist in preparing financial statements, while ensuring SOX compliant reconciliations and timely journal entries.

The role emphasizes accuracy, data entry, and collaboration within a finance team. Bachelor’s in Accounting and 0–2 years experience are preferred, with opportunities to contribute to process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 0–2 years of related experience preferred.
• Strong mathematical ability and attention to detail are essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Proficient in Google Workspace or Microsoft Office Excel; JDE and FAS experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and complete financial transactions (AR/AP/GL/Fixed Assets/Interco/Address Book/Banking etc.) timely and accurately according to accounting processes and procedures.
• Respond and resolve operational issues; ensure stakeholders’ requirements are met.
• Analyze general ledger accounts for accuracy and identify unusual items.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts to comply with SOX requirements.
• Prepare weekly and month end journal entries to ensure accurate account balances.
• Work on special continuous improvement projects to resolve problems or improve productivity.

Skills

Excellent math skills

Excellent verbal and written comms

Problem solving skills

Teamwork / collaborative

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Excel

JDE and FAS experience

Job description

Overview

Purpose Statement: The Accountant I is responsible for a variety of tasks to ensure the accurate valuation of inventory and reporting accuracy of other assets and liabilities for Plexus. They will focus on fundamental accounting tasks such as bookkeeping, data entry, and assist in preparation of financial statements.

Key Job Accountabilities

• Prepare and complete financial transactions (AR/AP/GL/Fixed Assets/Interco/Address Book/Banking etc.) timely and accurately according to accounting processes and procedures. Respond and resolve operational issues arise and ensure stakeholders’ requirements are met.
• Analyze general ledger accounts for accuracy, extraordinary or unusual items.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts to comply with SOX requirements.
• Prepare weekly and month end journal entries to ensure accurate account balances.
• Work on special continuous improvement projects as requested to resolve problems or generate productivity improvement
• Responsible to exemplify and hold their team accountable to demonstrating the Plexus Core Values. Leader will focus on evaluating potential, driving succession planning, and ensuring their employees receive the development and coaching required to realize

Education/Experience Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree. Typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree is required; a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is preferred.
• Two (2) years of related experience is required; One (1) or more years of equivalent industry experience is preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the key job accountabilities may be considered.

Other Qualifications

• Excellent math skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Google Workspace or Microsoft Office Excel
• JDE and FAS experience a plus
• Able to work independently and in a team environment
• Problem solving skills
• General office equipment and materials

Physical Requirements

• Professional office environment with suitable lighting, comfortable temperatures, and low noise level. May require prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, using a computer, and other office equipment. Minimal physical activity is generally involved, emphasizing the importance of good posture and ergonomic workplace arrangements.

Travel Requirements

• N/A

This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.