Assistant Accounts Manager

JAC Recruitment International; Terengganu; On-site; MYR 78,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

JAC Recruitment International in Malaysia is seeking an experienced finance professional to manage the full accounting cycle in a manufacturing context.

The role requires 3–6 years in accounting, CPA/ACCA/MIA preferred, strong knowledge of IFRS, and proficiency in SQL Accounting and Excel; English and Bahasa Malaysia fluency is essential, Mandarin an advantage. Based in Terengganu, you’ll drive reporting, closures, and process improvements.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of relevant accounting and finance experience.
• CPA/ACCA/CIMA/MIA qualifications are a plus.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and taxation.
• Experience with SQL Accounting is an advantage.
• Proficient in Excel and MS Office.
• Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin an advantage.
• Manufacturing industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage full set of accounts (AR, AP, GL) and cash flow.
• Handle monthly and year-end closing activities and journal entries.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, reports, forecasts, and inventories reviews.
• Ensure timely payments and fixed asset management.
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, bankers, and regulators.
• Collaborate with regional teams to support operations.
• Drive process improvements and finance-related projects.
• Coach and mentor junior finance staff.

Skills

Financial analysis

Communication

Interpersonal skills

English

Bahasa Malaysia

Mandarin (advantage)

Education

Bachelor degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/ACCA/CIMA/MIA

Tools

SQL Accounting

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Manage full set of accounts (AR, AP, GL), cash flow, and management reporting.

• Handle monthly and year-end closing activities, including journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations.

• Prepare and analyze financial statements, reports, forecasts, and inventory-related reviews.

• Ensure timely payments, fixed asset management, and compliance with accounting standards and company policies.

• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, bankers, and regulatory authorities on audit and tax matters.

• Collaborate with regional teams and cross-functional departments to support business operations.

• Drive process improvements, system enhancements, and finance-related projects.

• Coach and mentor junior finance team members.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.

• 3-6 years of relevant accounting and finance experience.

• Professional qualifications (CPA/ACCA/CIMA/MIA) and audit experience are an added advantage.

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and taxation.

• Experience with accounting software; SQL Accounting is an advantage.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and MS Office applications.

• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin speaking ability is an added advantage.

• Manufacturing industry experience is preferred.

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