Accounting Associate (Outsourcing)

ACCA Careers; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCA Careers in Malaysia is seeking an accounting professional to support daily financial operations, including preparation of records, journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close. You will work with senior staff to ensure accuracy and timely reporting.

The role covers payroll processing, cash flow monitoring, SST tasks, MBRS conversion/file submissions, and client onboarding. Strong English and initiative are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Recognized University Degree and/or relevant professional qualification in Accounting, Finance or equivalent.
• Minimum 1-3 years relevant experience.
• Strong technical ability, excellent interpersonal skills and leadership qualities.
• Team player with strong sense of responsibility.
• Ability to deliver under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in written and spoken English.
• Candidates must be resident in Malaysia, or have the right to work in Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of accounting records, journal entries, and supporting schedules.
• Perform bank, debtor, and creditor reconciliations.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Assist in preparing financial reports in line with relevant standards.
• Assist in monthly payroll processing, including data updates and reconciliation of payroll information.
• Supporting cash flow monitoring and basic budgeting tasks.
• Supporting SST-related tasks and other routine assignments as needed.
• Prepare MBRS conversion files in compliance with SSM reporting requirements.
• Validate data accuracy and assist with timely MBRS submissions.
• Provide accounting and administrative support during secondment assignments as required.
• Assist with client onboarding activities and maintain proper documentation.
• Support ad hoc tasks to ensure smooth delivery of outsourcing services.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Recognized University Degree or professional qualification in Accounting/Finance

Job description

Job Responsibility

• Assist in the preparation of accounting records, journal entries, and supporting schedules.
• Perform bank, debtor, and creditor reconciliations.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Assist in preparing financial reports in line with relevant standards.
• Assist in monthly payroll processing, including data updates and reconciliation of payroll information.
• Supporting cash flow monitoring and basic budgeting tasks.
• Supporting SST-related tasks and other routine assignments as needed.
• Prepare MBRS conversion files in compliance with SSM reporting requirements.
• Validate data accuracy and assist with timely MBRS submissions.
• Provide accounting and administrative support during secondment assignments as required.
• Assist with client onboarding activities and maintain proper documentation.
• Support ad hoc tasks to ensure smooth delivery of outsourcing services.

Job Requirements

• Recognized University Degree and/or relevant professional qualification in Accounting, Finance or equivalent
• Minimum 1-3 years relevant experience is required for this position
• Strong technical ability, excellent interpersonal skills and leadership qualities
• Team player with strong sense of responsibility
• Ability to deliver under pressure and meet deadline
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in written and spoken English

Candidates must be resident in Malaysia, or have the right to work in Malaysia.