ACCOUNTANT

TEKUN RESOURCES SDN. BHD.; Selangor; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable resources company in Malaysia seeks an experienced accountant to oversee financial operations and manage accounting staff. The ideal candidate has a degree in Finance, with 5-10 years of experience, preferably in engineering or manufacturing. Key responsibilities include ensuring timely payments, establishing accounting controls, and managing cash flows. Proficiency in Auto Count and fluency in English and Bahasa Malaysia are essential, while knowledge of Mandarin is an added advantage. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• At least 5-10 years of experience in accounting.
• Experience in engineering/manufacturing/processing environment is an added advantage.
• Detail-oriented and trustworthy with deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Organize, assign, train, and supervise account staff.
• Ensure timely payments and proper invoice verification.
• Establish and maintain accounting policies and internal controls.
• Manage cash flows, including credit control and funding requirements.

Skills

Leadership qualities

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Bahasa Malaysia

Proficiency in Auto Count accounting software

Education

Degree in Finance or Professional Accountancy qualification

Job description

Responsibilities

• To organize, assign, train and supervise account staff on their functional roles and responsibilities, performance of recurring tasks & ad‑hoc assignments and improving quality and efficiency of deliverables by day‑to‑day financial operations
• Ensure all payments are on time and supplier invoices are properly verified
• Establish and maintain accounting policies and internal controls to ensure completeness and accuracy of accounting records
• Monitor execution of effective control policies and procedures to protect company assets and interests
• Report on account and financial status on a monthly and yearly basis
• Liaise with financial institutions, auditors, tax agents, consultants, authorities and statutory bodies, vendors & contractors, etc. on accounting and financial related matters
• Effectively manage cash flows, including the credit control function, to ensure adequate funds to meet business needs
• Actively liaise with bank, monitor foreign exchange rates, and provide recommendation that is favourable for the company
• Prepare and submit audited statutory accounts and corporate tax filings, including SST submission and compliance, within deadlines
• Formulate and recommend procedures and policies for the Finance Department for management's consideration and approval
• Implement and periodically review internal controls, accounting and management reporting systems to improve the management information system, reporting standards and expenditure controls of various departments in the company
• Analyze the company’s performance, highlight areas of weakness and opportunities for improvement
• Provide periodic financial reporting and monitoring of financial results against budget/projected targets, perform periodic financial reviews/forecasts and any ad‑hoc analysis as needed
• Analyze operational cost and unit rates and report unusual variances
• Manage cash flow position and funding requirements to optimise returns on surplus cash placements and minimise interest payment on loan drawdowns
• Manage the company’s tax affairs to achieve an optimal tax position within the limits of revenue law
• Undertake ad‑hoc assignments as required by the management team

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance or a recognised Professional Accountancy qualification
• At least 5‑10 years of working experience in an accounting line; experience in engineering/manufacturing/processing environment is an added advantage
• Strong leadership qualities, strategic thinking, and business operations and control experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Good analytical skills, detail‑oriented, trustworthy and committed to meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Auto Count accounting software
• Ability to prioritise competing tasks with critical thinking and problem‑solving skills
• Fluency in English and Bahasa Malaysia; candidates fluent in Mandarin are an added advantage