Accounts Senior Associate

Ascentium Max Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Senior Client Accountant to manage up to three client entities. This role includes preparing financial statements, ensuring timely month-end closes, and coordinating audit and tax deliverables. Candidates should have at least 3 years of accounting experience, a relevant degree, and be proficient in cloud-based accounting software. The position demands strong analytical skills and the ability to work under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience, preferably in related fields.
• Strong analytical and meticulous skills with the ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines.
• IT savvy with experience in cloud-based accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Monthly and year-end close for assigned entities, ensuring accurate ledgers and reconciliations.
• Preparation of monthly financials and management packs with variance analysis.
• Coordinate audit and tax deliverables and liaise with external advisors.

Skills

Analytical skills

Experience with accounting software

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Accountancy/ACCA/CPA/CA or equivalent

Tools

Cloud-based accounting software

Job description

Overview

Senior client accountant (family office) : potentially own 3-2 client entities with oversight.

Responsibilities

• Monthly/quarter/year end close for assigned entities (holding companies, SPVs, trusts as applicable), ensuring timely, accurate ledgers, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly financials (BS/PL/CF) and management packs with variance analysis and commentary.
• Perform various reconciliations - including cash and bank reconciliations.
• Coordinate audit and tax deliverables: PBC lists, audit queries, working papers; liaise with external advisors.

Essential Qualities

• Degree in Accountancy/ACCA/CPA/CA or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience, including experience in the related fields
• Meticulous and good analytical skills
• Able to work under pressure and tight deadlines
• IT Savvy, knowledge of cloud-based accounting software required
• Results-driven and motivated to achieve excellence.

Questions for Applicants

• Which of the following accounting software are you experienced with?