Chief Accountant

Quintus Search; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Quintus Search is seeking a senior finance professional in Malaysia to lead accounting operations across AP, AR, FA, and GL with IFRS/GAAP reporting. You will close monthly/quarterly/annual books, consolidate entities, and present analyses to senior management, explaining trends and variances.

You will also drive internal control reviews, audits, and tax submissions, while coordinating budget and forecast activities and leading continuous improvement in accounting processes.

Qualifications

• Hands on experience in automation, digitalisation & standardisation in Finance.
• Strong analytical capacity and experience with Automation/Digitalisation in Finance.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels and proficient English.
• Organizational skills with demonstrated people management and leadership.
• Expertise in Local GAAP Accounting and International Accounting Standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full spectrum of accounting operations: AP, AR, FA, GL and reporting.
• Manage monthly/quarterly/annual closes and consolidation per local GAAP and IFRS.
• Provide financial analysis to senior management, explain trends and variances.
• Lead group internal control reviews, audits and tax submissions.
• Coordinate budget/forecasting and variance analysis for the department.
• Drive process improvements and liaise with tax, IC, and group leaders.

Job description

• Full spectrum of accounting operations - AP, AR, FA, GL and statutory/management reporting for MY entities.
• Monthly/quarterly/annual book closing & reporting process and consolidation of books of accounts in accordance with local GAAP and IFRS reporting requirements.
• Analysis of financial reports including P&L, B/S analysis, presenting financial data to senior management and explaining trends, variances, and areas for improvement and presenting to Management.
• Lead timely and successful yearly completion of:-
• Group Internal Control Review
• Internal Audit
• External Audit
• Corporate Tax submission
• Budget and forecast preparation for own department. Actual spending fluctuation analysis.
• Ensure compliance to applicable Malaysia local GAAP, Group Policy and Internal Control Guidelines.
• Identify continuous improvement/optimization plans to streamline accounting processes and enhance efficiency.
• Liaise with various stakeholders ie. Group Accounting team, tax specialist, IC team and group function leaders. Always initiate discussion to achieve best practice in the region.
• Ensuring reports adherence to regulatory requirements and collaborating with the legal team to ensure compliance
• Lead and coach the legal entity Finance Control and Accounting FCA team
• Ensure compliance with other regulatory requirements – Sales & Service Tax, Bank Negara Reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in finance, Accounting or related field
• Professional qualification required (MIA/ACCA/CPA/MACPA or equivalent)
• Proven track record for at least 5 years in senior finance roles with automative, Manufacturing industry experiences.
• Hands on experience in automation, digitalisation & standardisation is an added advantage
• Organizational skills and Demonstrated people management and leadership capabilities.
• Proficiency in the English language and excellent communication skills at all levels.
• Analytical capacity and Automation/Digitalisation experience in Finance
• Excellent communication skills at all level
• Expertise in Local GAAP Accounting and International Accounting Standard
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of Malaysian tax regulation
• Ability to partner across organization to deliver effective business solutions
Able to work independently
• Hands on experience in accounting & Financial system is must. (SAP MF)