Finance Executive

EPS Malaysia; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is looking for an accounting assistant in Johor Bahru. The role involves maintaining accounts, preparing payment vouchers, and ensuring accurate financial records. Candidates should hold a diploma or degree in Accounting or Finance and have 1-3 years of relevant experience. Familiarity with public sector accounting is preferred. Strong documentation skills and attention to detail are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-3 years of relevant experience in accounts, finance, or administrative support.
• Experience in handling payment vouchers, bank transactions, and financial records is an advantage.
• Exposure to government, mission, embassy, or public-sector accounting will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Administration Secretary to maintain Mission’s Accounts.
• Update and maintain the vote control register.
• Bank in revenue collected and ensure proper records are kept.
• Prepare payment of allowances and salaries to LRS.
• Submit Mission's monthly accounts to HQ.

Skills

Accounting principles

Documentation and record-keeping

Procurement processes

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration

Job description

Assist the Administration Secretary to maintain Mission’s Accounts

Update and maintain the vote control register

Bank in revenue collected and ensure proper records are kept

Encash cheques as and when necessary

Prepare payment of allowances and salaries to LRS

Submit Mission’s monthly accounts to HQ and ensure that all accounting records are updated

Record and follow up on amount received from HQ in respect of Mission’s monthly expenditure.

Monitor Mission’s expenditure and prepare virements for relevant votes when necessary

Prepare the monthly statement for recovery of telephone bills for HBS

Assist the Administration Secretary in preparing budget estimates for new FY and closing the accounts for the year.

Verify the records of overtime performed by chauffeur and office attendant, and prepare appropriate payment voucher

Assist the Administrative Secretary in installing newly arrived HBS and preparing deposting requirements for HBS

Assist the Administrative Secretary to order liquor and maintain Mission’s liquor stock and Mission’s gifts

Assist the Administrative Secretary in the preparation of periodic returns required by HQ, Monthly Performance Report, condemnation certificates and similar paperwork.

Assist the Administrative Secretary to obtain quotations for supply of goods and services to Mission as well as sieve through the relevant documentation.

Other duties assigned by CG and other HBS

Job Requirement:

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial procedures.

Minimum 1–3 years of relevant experience in accounts, finance, or administrative support.

Experience in handling payment vouchers, bank transactions, and financial records is an advantage.

Exposure to government, mission, embassy, or public-sector accounting will be an added advantages.

Strong documentation and record-keeping skills.

Ability to prepare and verify supporting documents, quotations, and claims.

Experience assisting in procurement processes and stock control (e.g. liquor stock, gifts).

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