Account Executive

Wawasan Open University; George Town; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution in Malaysia is seeking a dedicated accounting professional to join its dynamic team. This role involves supporting various accounting processes, managing collections, and ensuring accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance or accounting, with the ability to work independently and under pressure. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the financial health of a leading educational institution while growing your career in a supportive environment. Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply, making it a great entry point into the accounting profession.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of accounting experience; audit experience is a plus.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Support accounting processes including Accounts Payable and Receivable.
• Monitor and manage student collections, refunds, and reconciliations.
• Assist in monthly closing and financial reporting.

Skills

Accounting Processes

Reconciliations

Cash Management

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Financial Reporting

Data Analysis

Education

Diploma in Finance/Accounting

Bachelor's Degree in Finance/Accounting

Advanced Diploma in Finance/Accounting

Job description

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Provide support in the accounting processes and procedures of WOU – Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cash Management, and General Ledger, including reconciliations.

Liaise with relevant departments on asset tagging and maintain fixed assets listing.

Responsible for WOU project account tracking and perform reconciliations.

Ensure timely collection from facilities rental, ad-hoc projects, or other collections and issuance of tax invoices, where applicable.

Assist in monitoring the cash and bank balances.

Assist in the monthly closing and reporting, as well as all financial and accounting-related activities.

Handle a full set of subsidiary accounts and prepare management accounts.

Assist in annual audits and tax schedules.

Undertake ad-hoc reports, data analysis reports, and other duties as assigned by superiors.

Provide support in the accounting processes and procedures of WOU – Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cash Management, and General Ledger, including reconciliations.

Responsible for monitoring and managing student collections, refunds, reconciliations, revenue recognition, and other related financial functions.

Assist in annual audits and tax schedules.

Undertake ad-hoc reports, data analysis reports, and other duties as assigned by superiors.

Job Requirements:

Candidate must possess at least a Diploma, Advanced Diploma, or Bachelor's Degree in Finance/Accounting or equivalent.

Candidate with at least 2-3 years of accounting experience; audit experience is an advantage.

Self-motivated, able to work independently with minimal supervision, result-driven, and able to work under pressure in a timely manner.

Good personality, diligent, careful, detail-oriented, with a good attitude and sense of responsibility.

Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

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Your application will include questions about your qualifications, work rights in Malaysia, experience, salary expectations, reconciliation experience, familiarity with accounting tasks, invoicing experience, and notice period.

Wholly owned by Wawasan Open University Sdn. Bhd. 200501018250 (700364-W)

Wawasan Open University (WOU) is a leading private institution of higher learning in Malaysia dedicated to adult learners. WOU offers full-time degree programs to fresh school leavers. It utilizes information technology and a network of learning centers supported by a team of academicians to support students nationwide. Its main campus is in Penang.

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