Associate Team Leads (Management account) (Remote/WFH)

Elitez Pte Ltd; Kuala Lumpur; Remote; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable accounting firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced accounting leader to manage a team and oversee financial management. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with financial reporting standards, preparing financial statements, and fostering strong client relationships. The ideal candidate should possess excellent leadership and problem-solving skills, with a background in accounting. This role offers a collaborative team environment with opportunities for skill development.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of accounting executives and assist senior staff.
• Review full sets of accounts and handle complex transactions.
• Oversee preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Ensure compliance with financial standards and regulations.
• Maintain and enforce standard operating procedures.
• Build strong client relationships and understand their needs.
• Identify areas for improvement in accounting workflows.
• Proactively communicate challenges and propose solutions.
• Undertake any other ad hoc-related assignments.

Job description

Responsibilities

• Leadership and Coaching: Lead a team of 1-2 accounting executives, and assist the Team Lead in guiding an additional 2 senior executives. Provide coaching, promote skill development, and foster a collaborative team environment.
• Accounting Oversight: Review and perform full sets of accounts, process necessary journal entries, and handle complex account transaction processing.
• Financial Management: Oversee the preparation of financial statements and management reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant accounting standards.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (FRS) and other regulatory requirements, continuously expanding your technical knowledge.
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Maintain and enforce SOPs, ensuring processes are streamlined, effective, and adhered to.
• Client Liaison: Build and maintain strong client relationships, understanding their requirements, and ensuring their needs are met with exceptional service.
• Process Improvement: Identify areas for improvement in accounting workflows, demonstrating a willingness to unlearn and relearn processes as needed to optimize efficiency.
• Communication & Problem-Solving: Proactively communicate challenges and propose solutions, displaying strong problem-solving abilities and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Additional Responsibilities: Undertake any other ad hoc-related assignments, showcasing flexibility and adaptability.

Application Questions

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a manager / team lead?
• Have you completed a professional qualification in accounting?