Assistant Executive/Executive – Business Services and Outsourcing (Accounting)

BDO Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO Malaysia is seeking an Assistant Executive/Executive in the Business Services and Outsourcing (Accounting) team based in Kuala Lumpur. You will support day-to-day accounting and financial reporting for a portfolio of clients across various industries, including preparing full sets of accounts and statutory statements in line with IFRS and MFRS.

The role offers exposure to budgeting, forecasts, and performance analysis, with emphasis on accuracy, compliance, and quality control.

Qualifications

• A recognised degree in Accounting or equivalent, with at least a Second Class Upper classification and/or a professional qualification
• Minimum one year of relevant working experience; however, fresh graduates are also encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

• Prepare full sets of accounts for a portfolio of clients across various industries
• Prepare statutory financial statements and relevant disclosures in accordance with IFRS, MFRS, and other applicable accounting standards
• Manage client portfolios effectively and ensure all deliverables are completed within agreed timelines
• Support the preparation of annual budgets, financial forecasts, and performance analysis for clients
• Ensure strict adherence to the firm’s risk management policies and quality control procedures
• Assist with ad-hoc assignments and other tasks as required by the team or clients

Skills

Excel

English

Team player

Communication

Writing skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Professional qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Assistant Executive/Executive – Business Services and Outsourcing (Accounting)

Assistant Executive/Executive – Business Services and Outsourcing (Accounting)

Level: Experienced

BDO in Malaysia is part of the leading global professional services network, BDO International, providing audit, tax, advisory, business and outsourcing services to clients across diverse industries. With over 60 years of experience, we are supported by more than 1,200 professionals — including over 200 Partners and Directors — across offices in Malaysia, Brunei, Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar and Vietnam.
At BDO, we shape what matters:
We grow together, to reach higher.
We collaborate, show up for one another, and build meaningful relationships — growing our careers in a workplace where we can thrive and belong.
We shape solutions, to go further.
We take ownership of our careers, stay curious, and are brave to share new ideas and shape how things are done.
We build trust, to lead purposefully.
Trust and integrity are the foundation of everything we do. We hold ourselves to the highest standards, leading with purpose while delivering quality outcomes.
Whether you’re starting or advancing your career, you won’t do it alone. From building meaningful careers for our people to shaping solutions for our clients, at BDO, we do it together. Come and shape what matters with us.
Overview

Based in our Kuala Lumpur office, the Business Services & Outsourcing (“BSO”) team provides clients with the full range of accounting and back-office services, including bookkeeping, management accounting, financial reporting, SST compliance, payroll & compliance and any other ad-hoc advice and assistance on accounting-related matters.

As an Assistant Executive in the team, you will play a key role in supporting clients with their day-to-day accounting and financial reporting needs. This position offers a great opportunity for fresh graduates or early-career professionals to gain hands‑on experience in managing full sets of accounts, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare full sets of accounts for a portfolio of clients across various industries
• Prepare statutory financial statements and relevant disclosures in accordance with IFRS, MFRS, and other applicable accounting standards
• Manage client portfolios effectively and ensure all deliverables are completed within agreed timelines
• Support the preparation of annual budgets, financial forecasts, and performance analysis for clients
• Ensure strict adherence to the firm’s risk management policies and quality control procedures
• Assist with ad-hoc assignments and other tasks as required by the team or clients

Education and professional skills / knowledge

Experience & Education:

• A recognised degree in Accounting or equivalent, with at least a Second Class Upper classification and/or a professional qualification
• Minimum one year of relevant working experience; however, fresh graduatesare also encouraged to apply

Other skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Good command of both spoken and written English
• A strong team player with good interpersonal, communication, and writing skills
• Detail‑oriented, accurate, and able to work well under pressure and tight deadlines
• Demonstrates a client‑service mindset with a strong understanding of business acumen