Finance & Accounts Assistant

Hairstory International; Penang; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Hairstory International is hiring an Accounts Assistant to support daily accounting and finance transactions in Penang. You will assist with AP/AR, bank reconciliations, and month-end closing, while maintaining orderly records and ensuring accurate documentation.

The role requires a Diploma/Certificate in Accounting or related field, basic Excel skills, and a collaborative, detail-oriented mindset. Office-based position with routine administrative duties within the Finance & Accounts team.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Certificate in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and computer applications.
• Knowledge of accounting software will be an added advantage.
• Responsible, organised and detail-oriented.
• Good communication skills and able to work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily accounting and finance transactions.
• Handle data entry, invoices, receipts, payment vouchers and other accounting documents.
• Assist with Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR).
• Assist with bank reconciliation and payment preparation.
• Maintain proper filing and accurate accounting records.
• Assist with month-end closing and preparation of reports.
• Follow up on invoices, payments and supporting documents when required.
• Provide general administrative support to the Finance & Accounts team.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Diploma/Certificate in Accounting

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

This role involves assisting with daily accounting and finance transactions, handling data entry, invoices, receipts, payment vouchers and other accounting documents. You will support Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions, assist with bank reconciliation and payment preparation, and maintain proper filing and accurate accounting records. The role includes assisting with month-end closing and preparation of reports, following up on invoices, payments and supporting documents when required, and providing general administrative support to the Finance & Accounts team.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with daily accounting and finance transactions
• Handle data entry, invoices, receipts, payment vouchers and other accounting documents
• Assist with Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Assist with bank reconciliation and payment preparation
• Maintain proper filing and accurate accounting records
• Assist with month-end closing and preparation of reports
• Follow up on invoices, payments and supporting documents when required
• Provide general administrative support to the Finance & Accounts team

About you

• Diploma/Certificate in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field is preferred
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and computer applications
• Knowledge of accounting software will be an added advantage
• Responsible, organised and detail-oriented
• Good communication skills and able to work well in a team

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• How many years' experience do you have as an accounts assistant?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?

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