Assistant Manager, Group Finance

Apex Equity Holdings Berhad; Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company based in Malaysia, Selangor, is seeking a Financial Accountant to manage full accounts, prepare financial statements, and ensure regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, a minimum of 5 years experience in accounting, and strong analytical and communication skills. This role involves working closely with auditors, managing loan processing, and preparing budgets in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years working experience in the accounting field.
• Proactive and adaptable to work under pressure.
• Hands-on experience in handling full set accounts.

Responsibilities

• Maintain full sets of accounts ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare financial statements in compliance with regulations.
• Coordinate with auditors for timely audit completion.

Skills

Accounting principles

Financial reporting

Taxation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CPA)

Job description

1mo ago , from Apex Equity Holdings Berhad

Job Description

Financial Accounting and Reporting

• Maintain full sets of accounts, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Assist in the preparation of financial report for management review.
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly and year-end closing of financial records and reports.
• Prepare and coordinate the submission of financial, audit, regulatory and tax documentation.

Credit Control and Collection

• Track repayment schedule and follow up the outstanding debts.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Assist in the development of the annual budget and periodic forecast.
• Monitor and analyse variances between actual vs budget figures, providing insight to management.

Audit, Tax and Compliance

• Coordinate with internal and external auditors and tax agents for timely completion of audit and tax matters.
• Maintain proper documentation for audit and tax compliances.

Compliance and Internal Control

• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations, accounting standards, company policies and internal control.
• Identify and recommend improvements to financial processes and controls.

Loan Processing

• Process loan applications, including verification of documentation, evaluation of creditworthiness and risk assessment.
• Manage and maintain loan documentation, agreements and related administrative records.
• Ensure confidentiality and accuracy of all loan and financial information.

Ad Hoc Tasks

• Undertake other ad hoc tasks of responsibilities as assigned.
• Provide analytical or administrative support for special assignments or business requirements.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field, or a professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA).
• Minimum 5 years working experience in the accounting field.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting and taxation.
• Proactive, adaptable and able to work effectively under pressure to meet tight datelines.
• Hands-on experience in handling full set accounts and familiar with financial reporting.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• High attention to detail, strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.