Associate, Finance & Treasury

Jelawang Capital; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Jelawang Capital in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an Associate, Finance & Treasury to support bookkeeping, treasury tasks, and external reporting. The role reports to the Principal, Finance & Treasury and requires 1–3 years in finance operations with strong accounting knowledge.

Proficiency in accounting systems and MS Office is expected, along with meticulousness, organizational skills, and the ability to multitask under tight deadlines. Integrity and independence are valued traits for this role.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in finance operations, accounting, audit or related functions
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial operations
• Proficiency in accounting systems and MS Office (Excel and PowerPoint)
• Meticulous, organized and able to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping and Financial Operations: Process invoices, receipts, journal vouchers, payroll inputs, and staff claims
• Prepare and process payments and disbursements (online banking, telegraphic transfers, bank drafts)
• Liaise with bankers on banking-related transactions and ensure timely posting of transactions
• Assist in monthly and quarterly closing activities, including reconciliations and management reports
• External Reporting: Prepare quarterly and annual submissions for stakeholders such as regulators
• Audit And Tax: Compile data for external auditors and tax agents, ensure documentation
• Administrative & Compliance: Maintain records and ensure adherence to SOPs and internal controls
• Other Duties: Undertake additional tasks as assigned by the Principal, Finance & Treasury

Skills

Accounting principles

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Tools

Accounting systems

Job description

As an Associate, Finance & Treasury, you will report directly to the Principal, Finance & Treasury, who will be assigned as your line manager. Your duty, in support of your line manager, shall be, inter alia, as follows:

Bookkeeping and Financial Operations

Processing all financial transactions, including invoices, receipts, journal vouchers, payroll inputs, and staff claim.

Prepare and process payment and disbursement (e.g., online banking transaction, telegraphic transfers, or bank draft).

Liaising with bankers on any banking-related transactions.

Ensure accurate and timely posting of transactions into the accounting systems.

Assist in monthly and quarterly closing activities, including reconciliation, schedules and management reports.

Treasury Activities

Prepare instruction letters, communication memos and related documentation.

Liaise and negotiate with bankers on bank rates.

External Reporting

Prepare quarterly and annual submissions for external stakeholders such as the Securities Commission and Bank Negara Malaysia.

Ensure reports comply with the requirements and internal deadlines.

Audit And Tax

Assist in compiling financial data, supporting documentation and analysis required by the external auditors and tax agents.

Administrative & Compliance

Maintain proper documentation and records to ensure easy retrieval of documents.

Ensure adherence to internal SOPs and compliance requirements.

Assist in internal review to strengthen internal controls, efficiency, and accuracy in finance operations.

Other Duties

Undertake any additional tasks or responsibilities as assigned by the Principal, Finance & Treasury.

Job Requirements

At least 1-3 years of experience in finance operations, accounting, audit and or related functions

Strong Understanding of accounting principles and financial operations

Proficiency in accounting systems and MS Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint)

Additional requirements:

Meticulous, organised and able to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently with accountability and integrity