Assistant Accountant

Select Service Partner; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in the food and beverage industry is seeking an Assistant Accountant in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The role involves preparing financial reports, handling audits, and ensuring compliance. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and at least 5 years of experience, particularly in costing control within the F&B sector. Proficiency in English and Bahasa Malaysia, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, is essential. This opportunity offers industry exposure and attractive perks including discounts and professional development programs.

Benefits

Industry Exposure

Staff discount

Transport reimbursement

Annual performance bonus

Fly, Learn & Grow programme

Certification sponsorship

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in costing control; F&B industry experience is an added advantage.
• Proficient in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Strong analytical, systematic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively.
• Excellent computer skills, especially in MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing packs.
• Handle month-end journals including accruals, prepayments, and amortisation.
• Maintain fixed asset records and perform daily sales reconciliation.
• Prepare weekly cash flow reports and manage intercompany reconciliations.
• Support audit and tax matters, ensuring timely and accurate financial administration.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

MS Excel proficiency

Communication in English

Communication in Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

Tools

Accounting software

Management systems

Job description

Join Select Service Partner (SSP), a global leader operating food and beverage outlets across airports and travel locations in nearly 40 countries. As an Assistant Accountant, you will work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure accurate reporting, support audits and tax matters, and contribute to the company’s financial efficiency and compliance.

What's In It For You

• Industry Exposure: Gain experience across 10+ international brands and diverse F&B concepts
• Staff discount - enjoy savings at Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, Burger King & other F&B outlets across Malaysia
• Transport reimbursement/claims - fuel, parking & travel costs covered for client meetings (no cap)
• Annual performance bonus
• Fly, Learn & Grow development programme - expand horizons with trips to Singapore, Thailand, Hong Kong & other APAC markets
• FUEL programme - pursue certifications like PMP, sales training, or MBA with partial to full company sponsorship

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing packs (ALEA & MIS)
• Handle month-end journals including accruals, prepayments, and amortisation
• Maintain fixed asset records and perform daily sales reconciliation
• Prepare weekly cash flow reports and manage intercompany reconciliations
• Support audit and tax matters, ensuring timely and accurate financial administration

What You Must Have

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in costing control; F&B industry experience is an added advantage
• Proficient in English and Bahasa Malaysia
• Strong analytical, systematic thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively
• Excellent computer skills, especially in MS Excel, with good working knowledge of accounting software and management systems