Accounts Executive (1 Year Contract)

SPD Scientific; Pasir Panjang; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the scientific field is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage full spectrum accounts payable functions. The role involves processing invoices, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and assisting in financial reporting. Candidates should possess a degree in Accountancy and have at least 3 years of relevant experience, along with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in full sets of finance & accounting.
• Knowledge in International Accounting Standards and Malaysia tax regulations.
• Good command of spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Handle full spectrum of Accounts Payable functions including invoice processing and verification.
• Perform reconciliations of accounts and ensure compliance with local statutory requirements.
• Assist in preparing indirect tax filings and support finance system implementation projects.

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in Accountancy

Tools

Navision ERP Accounting System

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Responsibilities

• Handle full spectrum of Accounts Payable functions, including invoice processing, verification, and timely payment to vendors and suppliers.

• Verify invoices against purchase orders, delivery orders (GRN/DO), contracts, and bills (3-way matching).

• Record invoices and verify supporting documentation in accordance with company policies and procedures.

• Prepare and review Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss (P&L) schedules.

• Perform reconciliations of accounts including vendor SOAs, shipping journals, bank statements, credit cards, and payment forecasts.

• Post and update AP records and journal entries in the SAP ERP system.

• Perform General Ledger (GL) postings and adjustments on the Balance Sheet.

• Assist in preparing indirect tax filings (e.g., SST, withholding tax).

• Ensure compliance with local statutory requirements and accounting standards.

• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, corporate secretarial agents, and relevant government authorities as needed.

• Support finance system implementation projects, including user acceptance testing (UAT) and report generation.

• Assist with ERP system migration and related finance system tasks.

• Maintain the vendor master register.

• Participate in annual fixed assets verification and year-end stock take exercises.

• Process staff claims and ensure adherence to the payment cycle calendar.

• Perform other ad-hoc tasks and assignments as required by the Finance Manager.

Requirement

• Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in Accountancy

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experiences in full sets of finance & accounting experience

• Knowledge in Navision ERP Accounting System will be advantageous.

• Familiar with Accounting procedure and knowledge in International Accounting Standard and Malaysia tax and regulations.

• Good command of spoken and written English

• Proficient in MS Office suite especially MS Excel (Pivot, V-Lookup) and PowerPoint

• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills

• Well organized, meticulous, analytical and able to work independently.

• A team player who is able to deliver under tight deadlines.