Accounts Officer (GL)

Kuok Group Singapore; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kuok Group Singapore in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, seeks an accounting professional to oversee general ledger, closing, and statutory compliance from KL Eco City. You will ensure accurate reporting and support audits, while driving process improvements.

The role requires 2–3 years in accounting, IFRS/GAAP knowledge, and proficiency in SAP and MS Excel, with strong attention to detail and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of accounting experience in general ledger or financial reporting.
• Experience in audit (Big 4) preferred.
• Knowledge of IFRS / local GAAP.
• Proficiency in ERP SAP and MS Excel.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and able to work under tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts in line with IFRS/GAAP and accounting policies.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals and period-end adjustments.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing cycles with deadlines.
• Prepare financial statements and management reporting packs for business units.
• Facilitate statutory tax filings and liaise with Group Tax and external agents.
• Support external audits with schedules and documentation.
• Identify process improvements and leverage automation to increase efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments for accurate integrated reporting.
• Execute ad hoc analyses as requested by management.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelors in Accountancy or Finance

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

Job description

Job Summary

This position is based in KL Eco City, Malaysia. Responsible for general ledger, financial closing, and statutory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & General Ledger

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts in line with Corporate Accounting Policies and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS/GAAP).
• Ensure accurate financial record keeping by preparing and posting journal entries, accruals, and period-end adjustments.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing cycles, ensuring all deadlines are met with high data integrity.
• Preparation of financial statements and management reporting packages for respective BUs.

Taxation & Compliance

• Facilitate statutory compliance by preparing tax filings and collaborating with the Group Tax team and external tax agents to ensure accurate and timely submissions.
• Uphold internal controls and company policies to mitigate risk and ensure alignment with statutory requirements.
• Support external audits by preparing audit schedules and relevant supporting documentation.

Process Optimization & Collaboration

• Identify and implement process improvements, leveraging automation and system enhancements to increase departmental efficiency.
• Perform proactive account reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Partner with cross-functional departments to streamline information flow and ensure the accuracy of integrated financial reporting.
• Execute ad hoc projects and financial analyses as required by management.

Key Requirements

• 2-3 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in general ledger or financial reporting. Experience in audit (especially big 4) is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles (IFRS / local GAAP).
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and MS Excel.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and able to work independently under tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Education

Bachelors in Accountancy or Finance