Accounts Executive (General Ledger)

Penang Adventist Hospital; Penang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Penang Adventist Hospital is seeking an accomplished finance professional to manage monthly closing, journal entries, and financial reporting. You will maintain GL accounts, perform reconciliations, and highlight variances for management review.

The role requires 2–4 years of accounting experience, proficiency with Excel and ERP systems, and strong analytical skills. The hospital emphasizes quality care and Equal Employment Opportunity.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2–4 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in General Ledger functions.
• Good knowledge of double-entry accounting and financial reporting.
• Familiarity with accounting software/ERP systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables and VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Good time management and organizational abilities.
• Able to work independently and meet month-end reporting deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly journal entries per accounting standards and policies.
• Maintain GL accounts and perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Manage monthly close and ensure timely financial reporting.
• Analyze financial statements and highlight variances for management.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and accounting schedules.
• Prepare and submit charity-related reports to relevant parties.
• Assist audits with schedules, documents, and coordinating visits.
• Assist with annual tax submissions and documentation for agents.
• Support SST submissions and payments.
• Provide accounting information to auditors and external parties.
• Maintain Fixed Assets Register as backup.
• Provide backup for inventory management and maintain item master data.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Independence

Month-end reporting

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s / Diploma in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Prepare and review monthly journal entries, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards and company policies.

Maintain accurate General Ledger accounts and perform monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations, including investigating and resolving discrepancies.

Manage monthly account closing and ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

Analyse financial statements and highlight significant variances or unusual movements for management review.

Prepare monthly financial reports, accounting schedules, responsibilities reports, and other finance-related reports.

Prepare and submit monthly and annual charity-related reports to relevant parties.

Assist with internal and external audits, including preparing audit schedules, supporting documents, and coordinating auditor visits.

Assist with annual tax submissions, including compiling information and supporting documents for tax agents.

Support SST submissions, payments, and refund processes.

Provide accurate accounting information and documentation to auditors, tax agents, and other external parties.

Maintain the Fixed Assets Register as backup support.

Provide backup support for inventory management, including daily inventory monitoring and maintaining inventory item master data in the Hospital Information.

Any other task as assigned by superior.

Qualifications & Experience

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

2–4 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in General Ledger functions.

Good knowledge of double-entry accounting and financial reporting.

Familiarity with accounting software/ERP systems.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables and VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.

Good time management and organizational abilities.

Able to work independently and meet month-end reporting deadlines.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Penang Adventist Hospital, accredited by the Malaysian Society for Quality in Health (MSQH), holds the distinction of being the first hospital in Malaysia to receive Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation. Established in 1924 by Dr. J. Earl Gardner, it is the country's first private, non-profit hospital. Initially serving as a community mission hospital, it has since evolved into a tertiary institution providing more than 100 years of healthcare excellence.

Our goal is to provide comprehensive, wholistic and high-quality healthcare while adhering to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity for all.

Penang Adventist Hospital, accredited by the Malaysian Society for Quality in Health (MSQH), holds the distinction of being the first hospital in Malaysia to receive Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation. Established in 1924 by Dr. J. Earl Gardner, it is the country's first private, non-profit hospital. Initially serving as a community mission hospital, it has since evolved into a tertiary institution providing more than 100 years of healthcare excellence.

Our goal is to provide comprehensive, wholistic and high-quality healthcare while adhering to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity for all.