Accountant

M8M Pte Ltd; Ulu Tiram; On-site; MYR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

M8M Pte Ltd is seeking a Senior Account Executive to manage the full set of accounts and perform monthly bank reconciliations from the Johor Bahru office. You will prepare financial statements, handle SST submissions, and assist with corporate tax filings in line with local regulations.

You will coordinate with external auditors, tax agents, and company secretaries for statutory audits and filings, while verifying payroll contributions and preparing cash flow forecasts.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 2–5 years' relevant accounting experience in Malaysia.
• Knowledge of Malaysian tax regulations, SST, and LHDN requirements.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in English and Bahasa Malaysia is required.
• Prior experience in construction industry is a plus.
• Experience assisting with corporate tax matters and audit processes is advantageous.
• Chinese language is an added advantage for stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full set of accounts (AP, AR, GL) and perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with MFRS/IFRS.
• Handle SST submissions and ensure compliance with Royal Malaysian Customs Department requirements.
• Prepare and submit corporate tax filings (Form C, CP204 estimates) in compliance with LHDN regulations.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax agents, and company secretaries for statutory audits and filings.
• Assist in verifying payroll, EPF, SOCSO, EIS, and PCB contributions.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and budget variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with Companies Act 2016 and Bursa Malaysia requirements (if applicable).
• Support management with ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting.
• Maintain proper documentation and filing to support audit trail requirements.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

English

Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Job description

Senior Account Executive managing the full set of accounts (AP, AR, GL) and performing monthly bank reconciliations. The role involves preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with MFRS/IFRS, handling SST submissions and compliance with Royal Malaysian Customs Department requirements, and preparing corporate tax filings in compliance with LHDN regulations. The role is based in the M8M Johor Bahru office.

Key responsibilities

Manage the full set of accounts (AP, AR, GL) and perform monthly bank reconciliations

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with MFRS/IFRS

Handle SST (Sales and Service Tax) submissions and ensure compliance with Royal Malaysian Customs Department requirements

Prepare and submit corporate tax filings (Form C, CP204 estimates) in compliance with LHDN (Inland Revenue Board) regulations

Coordinate with external auditors, tax agents, and company secretaries for statutory audits and filings

Assist in verifying payroll, EPF, SOCSO, EIS, and PCB (income tax deductions) contributions

Prepare cash flow forecasts and budget variance analysis

Ensure compliance with Companies Act 2016 and Bursa Malaysia requirements (if applicable)

Support management with ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting

Maintain proper documentation and filing to support audit trail requirements

About you

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline

Minimum 2–5 years' relevant accounting experience in Malaysia

Knowledge of Malaysian tax regulations, SST, and LHDN requirements

Strong Excel skills and attention to detail

Proficiency in English and Bahasa Malaysia is required

Prior experience in the construction industry is a plus

Prior experience assisting with corporate tax matters and audit processes will be an added advantage

Chinese is an added advantage to support communication with regional or group stakeholders