Accounts Executive (Food Manufacturing)

Talent Recruit; Kajang Municipal Council; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Malaysia is seeking an experienced accounting professional to manage the full set of company accounts. The role involves preparing financial reports, monitoring inventory, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Candidates should possess a Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance, with 3-5 years of relevant experience, particularly in the F&B or manufacturing sectors. This position offers the opportunity for fresh graduates to apply for a junior role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years experience in managing full-set accounts in the F&B or Manufacturing sector.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• Fresh graduates welcome for the Junior Executive role.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the full set of company accounts accurately and timely.
• Execute month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare monthly management reports for review.
• Monitor production costs and analyze variances.
• Oversee inventory movement within the accounting system.
• Assist in tax submissions liaising with auditors.
• Review internal controls to minimize risk.
• Identify improvements for workflows and efficiency.
• Assist in budget preparation and monitoring.
• Provide guidance to junior staff.

Skills

Accounting standards

Month-end and year-end closing activities

Financial reporting

Cost monitoring and analysis

Inventory management

Tax submission preparation

Excel for data analysis

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SQL Accounting Software

Job description

Company Background

Food Manufacturing

Work Location

Balakong, Selangor

Working Hours

8:00AM - 5:00AM (Mon - Fri)

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the full set of company accounts (General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable) accurately and timely ensuring adherence to accounting standards.
• Execute and review month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries, accruals, prepayments and intercompany reconciliation.
• Prepare and analyse monthly management reports, including Profit & Loss (P&L), Balance Sheet and cash flow statements for review by the Manager.
• Monitor and analyse production costs, material usage variances and overhead allocation specific to the manufacturing process.
• Oversee and reconcile inventory movement (raw materials, WIP, finished goods) within the SQL Accounting System module.
• Assist in preparing schedules for tax submissions (e.g., SST, income tax schedules) and liaise with external auditors, tax agents and company secretary.
• Review and strengthen existing internal financial and operational controls to minimize risk, fraud and wastage, especially concerning inventory and cash handling.
• Proactively identify and recommend improvements for accounting and administrative workflows to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Assist the Account & Admin Manager in the preparation and monitoring of annual budgets and forecasts.
• Provide guidance and support to junior administrative or accounts staff (if applicable) and coordinate with other departments (Sales, Production) to obtain necessary documentation and data.
• Perform other related duties and ad-hoc assignments as required by management.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a Professional Accounting Certificate
• Minimum 3-5 years of progressive experience in managing full-set accounts experience in the F&B or Manufacturing sector
• Familiar with SQL Accounting Software is preferable.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply for the Junior Executive role

Qualified and interested candidates may apply online or email your updated resume to:xiaoping@ talentrecruit.com.my