Accounts Assistant

Inventec Performance Chemicals S.E.A Sdn Bhd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical firm located in Malaysia, Selangor is seeking an experienced accountant to handle day-to-day accounting tasks. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 2-3 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in Mandarin for communication with stakeholders. Responsibilities include managing Accounts Payable and Receivable, preparing financial documentation, and supporting audits. Attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Excel are crucial for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of working experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Experience with accounting software is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day accounting tasks including data entry, invoicing, and payment processing.
• Prepare and update accounting records and financial documentation accurately.
• Handle Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions.

Skills

Mandarin proficiency

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Knowledge of basic accounting principles

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Tools

SQL

UBS

Autocount

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in day‑to‑day accounting tasks including data entry, invoicing, billing, and payment processing.
• Prepare and update accounting records, ledgers, and financial documentation accurately.
• Handle Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions.
• Assist in monthly closing activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Prepare bank reconciliations, supplier statements, and customer aging reports.
• Support external audits by preparing required documents and reports.
• Liaise with Mandarin‑speaking suppliers, customers, and internal teams as needed.
• Maintain proper filing and documentation for finance‑related records.
• Perform any other finance or administrative duties assigned by the Finance Manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2–3 years of working experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Proficiency in Mandarin (spoken and written) is required to handle Mandarin‑language documents and communication.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Experience with accounting software (e.g., SQL, UBS, Autocount, or similar) is an advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.
• Good attention to detail, accuracy, and organisational skills.
• Able to work independently and meet deadlines.