Accounts Assistant

FORTE EMERALD SDN BHD; Chemor; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Forte Emerald Sdn. Bhd. is a development and construction company based in Klebang, Ipoh, Perak. The Accounts Assistant will support the Finance & Accounts Department in daily transactions and ensure accurate records in line with company policies.

You will handle vouchers, invoices, AP/AR/GL tasks, and assist with month-end closings and audit schedules while maintaining compliance and timely reporting.

Qualifications

• Minimum SPM or Diploma or equivalent in Accounting/Finance.
• Experience with AutoCount Accounting System is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Good understanding of basic accounting principles and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Process daily accounting transactions including payment vouchers, receipts, invoices, debit and credit notes.
• Record and maintain accounting entries using AutoCount Accounting System.
• Assist in AP/AR and GL functions.
• Monitor purchaser collections, progress billings and outstanding balances for property development projects.
• Prepare and file accounting documents in accordance with policies and statutory requirements.
• Perform bank, supplier and customer reconciliations.

Skills

AutoCount Accounting System

Microsoft Office

Accounting principles

Education

SPM

Diploma in Accounting/Finance

Job description

The Account Assistant is responsible for supporting the Finance & Accounts Department in handling daily accounting operations, maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring timely processing of financial transactions in accordance with the Company's policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in processing daily accounting transactions, including payment vouchers, official receipts, invoices, debit notes and credit notes.
• Record and maintain accounting transactions accurately using the AutoCount Accounting System.
• Assist in Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR) and General Ledger (GL) functions.
• Assist in monitoring purchasers' collections, progress billings and outstanding balances for property development projects.
• Prepare and maintain proper filing of accounting documents and supporting records in accordance with the Company's policies and statutory requirements.
• Perform bank reconciliations, supplier reconciliations and customer account reconciliations.
• Monitor outstanding payments and follow up with purchasers, suppliers and internal departments on payment-related matters.
• Assist in preparing payment schedules, supporting schedules and finance-related reports.
• Liaise with purchasers, solicitors, bankers, consultants, contractors and internal departments on accounting and payment-related matters.
• Assist in month‑end and year‑end closing activities by preparing supporting documents and reconciliations.
• Assist in preparing audit schedules and supporting documents for external auditors and statutory compliance.
• Ensure compliance with the Company's accounting procedures, internal controls and statutory requirements.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Management from time to time.

Job Requirements

• Minimum SPM, Diploma or equivalent qualification in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant working experience in accounting or finance.
• Candidates with working experience in Property Development, Construction or Audit/Accounting Firms will have an added advantage.
• Experience in handling purchasers' collections, progress billings or developer accounts will be an added advantage.
• Proficient in the AutoCount Accounting System and Microsoft Office applications.
• Good understanding of basic accounting principles, accounting documentation and statutory compliance.
• Good organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently, maintain accuracy and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Forte Emerald Sdn. Bhd. is a development and construction company based in Klebang, Ipoh, Perak. Our office location is near Aeon Klebang.

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