Finance & Accounting Manager

Pasona Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Malaysia is seeking a Finance & Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations in a retail environment. The ideal candidate will manage accounting activities, budget monitoring, and ensure compliance with Malaysian accounting standards. This role requires strong financial acumen and the ability to liaise effectively with external consultants.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in finance and accounting.
• Experience in leading monthly and annual closing.
• Business-level Japanese communication skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting operations including sales, purchases, inventory, and expenses.
• Oversee monthly and annual closing and prepare financial statements.
• Prepare financial reports for management and Japan HQ.

Skills

Business-level English proficiency

Understanding of Malaysian accounting standards

Experience with ERP or cloud accounting systems

Education

ACCA, CPA, or CIMA certification

Tools

SQL

SAP

Xero

Job description

Finance & Accounting Manager Job description

Finance & Accounting Manager8000~10000 (RM)

Job ID

Job ID 24073

Position Title

Position Title Finance & Accounting Manager

Job Description

Job Description The Finance & Accounting Manager will oversee all financial operations, including daily accounting, monthly closing, budgeting, and cash flow management. This role is especially important in a retail environment, requiring close monitoring of sales, inventory, and store-level profitability. The manager will also coordinate with external accounting consultants for tax compliance and ensure accurate financial reporting to senior management and headquarters in Japan.
Key Responsibilities:
・Manage accounting operations including sales, purchases, inventory, and expenses
・Oversee monthly and annual closing and prepare finacial statements
・Monitor store-level budgets and cost control
・Manage cash flow and forecast funding needs
・Coordinate with external accountants for tax filing (SST, corporate tax)
・Prepare financial reports for management and Japan HQ
・Strengthen internal controls and manage financial risks

Salary 8000~10000 (RM)

Location

Requirements

Requirements ✓Minimum 5 years of experience in finance and accounting
✓Solid understanding of Malaysian accounting standards and tax regulations
✓Experience in leading monthly and annual closing
✓Business-level English proficiency (Japanese language is a plus)
✓Experience working with external consultants (accounting or tax firms)
Preferred
✓Experience in the retail industry or in managing financials across multiple outlets
✓Professional certifications such as ACCA, CPA, or CIMA
✓Business-level Japanese communication skills is prefer
✓Experience with ERP or cloud accounting systems (e.g. SQL, SAP, Xero)

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