Accounts Executive / Senior Executive

Private Advertiser; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing firm located in Shah Alam is looking for an experienced Accounts Executive. The successful candidate will have at least 5 years of accounting experience, proficiency in SAP, and strong communication skills in English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Mandarin. Responsibilities include managing invoices, cash flow, and financial reporting, with opportunities to work independently in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in accounting.
• Experience in auditing and handling full set of accounts.
• Self-driven and independent, able to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Handle supplier invoices and payment management.
• Monitor daily and weekly cash flow and petty cash.
• Prepare journal entries and support monthly closing.
• Manage raw material stock reporting and compliance.
• Prepare financial statements and assist in audits.

Skills

Accounting principles

Communication skills in English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Mandarin

Team player

Proactive learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting / LCCI

Tools

SAP accounting software

Job description

Possess at least a bachelor's degree in accounting / LCCI or an equivalent qualification.

Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience in accounting, preferably within the manufacturing industry.

Experience in auditing and exposure to handling full set of accounts will be a strong advantage.

Familiarity with SAP accounting software is an added plus.

A strong team player who is proactive, eager to learn, and ready to take on challenges.

Self-driven and independent, with the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to speak, read, and write in English, Bahasa Malaysia and Mandarin to effectively communicate with our diverse client base and stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities

As part of our Finance & Accounts team, you’ll be responsible for ensuring smooth and accurate financial operations across purchasing, payments, reporting, and compliance. Your role will cover:

• Invoice & Payment Management – Handle supplier invoices (trade & non‑trade), imports/exports documentation, e‑invoices, COD purchases, bulk payments, and international transfers.
• Cash Flow & Petty Cash – Monitor daily and weekly cash flow, forecasts, and petty cash management.
• General Ledger & Reporting – Prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, generate AP ageing reports, and support monthly closing.
• Inventory & Compliance – Manage raw material stock reporting, reconcile stock counts, investigate discrepancies, and ensure SST/customs compliance.
• Administration & Banking – Maintain fixed assets registers, insurance renewals, HP schedules, and liaise with banks/secretaries.
• Financial Statements, Audit & Taxation – Prepare P&L, balance sheets, manufacturing reports, and assist in audits, taxation, and budgeting activities.

Application Questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as an Accounts Executive?
• How many years of taxation experience do you have?
• Which of the following accounting tasks are you familiar with?
• Do you have previous invoicing experience?
• Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?