Assistant Account Manager 【Shah Alam】

Agensi Pekerjaan Reeracoen Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Accounts and Finance Manager to oversee the accounting department's daily operations. The role involves managing financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance and accounting, with the ability to provide strategic recommendations to management.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing accounting departments.
• Ability to prepare financial reports and statements.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the accounting department.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Coordinate annual audits and tax computations.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Budgeting

Accounting Principles

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

Accounting Software

Job description

This company is the Malaysia branch of a Japanese manufacturer importing and selling machinery. The key role of this position is to be responsible for overall Accounts and Finance Department goals and objectives. To manage daily operations of the department and advise management on finance and accounting related decisions.

Responsibilities:

1. Manage and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department including:

• Monthly and end-year processes
• Accounts payable/receivable
• Cash receipts
• General ledger
• Payroll and utilities
• Treasury, budgeting
• Cash forecasting
• Revenue and expenditure variance analysis
• Capital assets reconciliations
• Trust account statement reconciliations
• Check runs
• Fixed asset activity
• Debt activity

Monitor and analyze accounting data and produce financial reports or statements

Review financial documents for submission to Management and HQ in Japan

Ensure monthly reports are timely and accurate

Review monthly salary payment disbursement and other payables

Review and finalize cash flow planning and make financing proposals as required

Support regional accounting activities, including outsourcing projects from Regional HQ Singapore and South-East Asia regional projects

Meet financial accounting objectives

Establish and maintain fiscal files and records

Prepare annual and 5-year business plans

Coordinate and complete annual audits and tax computations

Establish and enforce proper accounting methods, policies, and principles

Improve systems and procedures, and initiate corrective actions

Provide management with recommendations on asset handling, budgeting, and financial position

Assign projects and supervise staff to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal controls, regulations, and ISO standards

Coordinate BOD and AGM meetings and related documentation

Manage the accounting software system

Coordinate with the Company Secretary to ensure compliance with the Companies Act