Assistant Manager, General Manager

MR DIY TRADING SDN BHD; Seri Kembangan; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company in Malaysia is seeking a qualified individual for the Financial Reporting team. The successful candidate will lead a team handling monthly closings and ensure compliance with financial standards. Candidates should possess at least 5 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance. Professional qualifications like ACCA or CPA are advantageous. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of working experience in General Ledger, Financial Reporting, or related fields.
• Professional qualifications (ACCA, CPA, MICPA) are an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and consolidation processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the Financial Reporting team in monthly closing activities and reporting.
• Assist in the consolidation and preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements.
• Ensure accurate results for general accounting activities and financial reporting.

Skills

General Ledger

Financial Reporting

Analytical skills

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the Financial Reporting team in monthly closing activities and reporting for all entities within the Group.
• Assist in the consolidation and preparation of monthly and quarterly management accounts, financial statements, and other financial reports, ensuring timely submission and compliance with relevant standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., Financial Reporting Standards, Companies Act, Bursa Malaysia guidelines).
• Support the preparation of quarterly announcements and board papers for Board of Directors’ meetings.
• Assist in the preparation and updating of monthly and quarterly forecasts and budgets.
• Ensure the team delivers accurate and timely results for general accounting activities, financial reporting, fixed asset management, and statutory reporting (including report preparation and reconciliations).
• Manage and coordinate system reconciliations, ensuring any discrepancies are promptly investigated and resolved.
• Liaise with tax agents, auditors, company secretaries, bankers, lawyers, and relevant authorities on all related matters.
• Support ad hoc assignments or projects as required by the superior.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of working experience in General Ledger, Financial Reporting, or related fields.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Professional qualifications (ACCA, CPA, MICPA) are an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and consolidation processes.
• Excellent analytical skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to lead and guide a team.
• Able to work independently and meet tight deadlines.