Assistant Manager, Accounts & Finance

Elektrisola (Malaysia); Kampung Chamang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager in Accounts & Finance to enhance the financial management of its operations. The role involves managing full-set accounts, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in manufacturing. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential. This position offers opportunities for collaboration across departments and contributions to financial improvements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years relevant working experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Familiar with financial regulations, taxation and audit requirements.
• Possess a recognized professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CIMA or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-set accounts, monthly closing, budgeting, and tax planning.
• Prepare financial and management reports, including quarterly submissions.
• Support statutory audits and compliance with relevant regulations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office proficiency

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting / Finance

Tools

ERP/accounting software

Job description

JOB VACANCY: ASSISTANT MANAGER ACCOUNTS AND FINANCE

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Manager, Accounts & Finance to support and strengthen the overall financial management of our manufacturing operations. This role is to assist the Accounts & Finance Manager in managing financial and accounting functions ensuring accuracy of financial records, timely reporting and adherence to Malaysian Accounting Standards, statutory requirements and Elektrisola Group guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Managing full-set accounts, monthly closing, budgeting, cash flow planning, and tax planning.
• Prepare financial and management reports, including quarterly submissions to top management and headquarters.
• Support statutory audits, tax matters, transfer pricing documentation, and compliance with relevant regulations.
• Coordinate and liaise with external stakeholders including banks, auditors, government agencies (e.g., MIDA, MITI, IRBM), insurance brokers, and company secretaries.
• Maintaining internal control, risk management, fraud prevention and compliance measures.
• Support product standard costing, costing updates, and variance analysis to aid business decisions.
• Work closely with cross-functional departments to ensure financial accuracy and provide cost insights to support efficiency and productivity improvements.
• Provide guidance to accounting staff on documentation and financial processes
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and financial process optimizations.
• Assist in monitoring KPIs and financial performance indicators to support management decision-making.
• Assist in reviewing inventory valuation, stock variances, and fixed asset registers for reporting accuracy.
• Support the enhancement and accuracy of financial data within ERP/accounting systems, including periodic system updates and data validations.
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of financial documentation and statutory records for audit readiness.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, ESG requirements, business integrity and confidentiality.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting / Finance (recognized university)
• Minimum 5 years relevant working experience; manufacturing experience preferred
• Familiar with financial regulations, taxation and audit requirements
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; ERP/accounting software experience is an advantage
• Familiarity with ISO/Quality Systems
• Possess a recognized professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CIMA or equivalent is an added advantage
• Exposure to ESG-related accounting/reporting and business continuity planning is an added advantage
• Good command of Bahasa Malaysia & English (both spoken and written)

Personal attributes

• Dependable, disciplined, proactive and able to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong teamwork attitude with high levels of ethics, integrity and accountability.
• Able to work under tight deadlines, manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing requirements.
• Mature and professional communication skills.
• High ethical standards when handling financial transactions and approvals.
• Good teamwork and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional departments.