Assistant Accounts Manager (Based in JB)

Private Advertiser; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Malaysia's Johor Bahru is seeking an Assistant Accounts Manager who will own the full set of accounts, general ledger and statutory financial reporting for the Malaysia entity and its farm projects. The role collaborates with project, operations and Singapore HQ teams to deliver timely financial information for decision-making.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, proactive and detail-oriented, with 3–5 years of experience, strong English communication, and proven ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance / Accounting (required).
• 3–5 years of working experience, preferably in tech industry.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Experience handling different levels of stakeholders.
• Excellent in presentation skills and ability to develop professional presentations for finance audiences.
• Excellent knowledge of internal controls and best practices.
• Strong knowledge of planning and performance processes, including annual budget, monthly forecast and periodic business reviews.
• Independent / self-starter with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute financial plans, budgets, and forecasts aligned with company objectives.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements at group and company level.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to identify areas for improvement and provide regular reports to senior management.
• Handle the full set of accounts including data entry for Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Trial Balance, maintaining schedules and reconciliations; manage audits, tax filing, ERP enhancements.
• Manage GST/SST calculations and submission, e-invoicing in Malaysia.
• Establish and implement effective internal controls to mitigate financial risks.
• Monitor and report on financial performance of projects and company; oversee the finance team and close monthly accounts.
• Forecast and manage cash flow for daily operations and strategic initiatives.
• Support banking and treasury activities for concerned entities.
• Liaise with vendors, customers, bankers, auditors, tax agents and government agencies.
• Support the Finance Manager in financial activities and projects.

Skills

English communication

Stakeholder management

Presentation skills

Internal controls

Budget & forecasting

Independent / self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance / Accounting

Job description

Assistant Accounts Manager (Based in JB)

The Assistant Accounts Manager owns the full set of accounts, general ledger and statutory financial reporting for Archisen's Malaysia entity and its farm projects, and will help set up accounting for future overseas entities as the Group expands. The role works closely with the project, operations and Singapore HQ teams, delivers accurate and timely financial information for decision-making, and ensures the Malaysia entity meets its tax, audit and statutory obligations. The successful candidate is hands‑on, proactive and detail‑oriented, and comfortable managing multiple deadlines in a growing company.

The Assistant Accounts Manager reports to the Finance Manager.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute financial plans, budgets, and forecasts aligned with company objectives
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements at group and company level
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to identify areas for improvement and provide regular reports and presentations to senior management
• Handle the full set of accounts including data entry for Account Receivable, Account Payable, General Ledger, Trial Balance, maintaining respective schedules, reconciliations. Manage statutory and grant audit, tax filing, ERP system enhancement.
• Manage GST/SST calculations and submission, e-invoicing management in Malaysia.
• Establish and implement effective internal controls to mitigate financial risks and protect company assets.
• Monitoring and reporting on financial performance of projects and company by producing and presenting accurate financial reports to specific deadlines. Oversee the finance team and ensure timely closure of the monthly accounts.
• Forecast and manage cash flow to ensure adequate funds for daily operations and strategic initiatives.
• Provide support for banking and treasury activities related to concerned entities as necessary.
• Liaise with vendors, customers, bankers, auditors, tax agents and government agencies on finance matters.
• Support the Finance Manager in financial activities and projects.

Requirements:

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in Finance / Accounting.
• At least 3 to 5 years of working experience, preferably in tech industry.
• Excellent command of both written and spoken English
• Have experience handling different level of stakeholders.
• Excellent in presentation skills and ability to develop professional presentations for audience with finance background
• Excellent knowledge of internal controls and best practices.
• Strong knowledge of planning and performance processes, including annual budget, monthly forecast and periodic business reviews.
• Independent/ Self Starter with high attention to detail.