General Ledger Accountant

Lifework Staffing Services; Kedah; On-site; MYR 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing solutions company in Kedah is seeking an experienced Accountant to manage daily financial operations. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree and have at least 2 years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, assisting in tax planning, and maintaining relationships with banks. Familiarity with Malaysian tax laws and strong communication skills are required. This role offers a chance to develop professionally in a cross-cultural environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Good understanding of Malaysian tax laws and regulations for foreign-invested companies.
• Ability to adapt to cross-cultural environments.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily financial accounting and bookkeeping.
• Prepare and review financial statements for accuracy.
• Assist in tax filing and tax planning.

Skills

Accounting experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Familiarity with local tax policies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related fields

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Overview

Responsible for daily financial accounting and bookkeeping. Prepare and review financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance. Assist in tax filing and tax planning. Maintain good communication with local banks and tax authorities, handling relevant matters. Regularly report financial status and operational performance to headquarters. Other tasks assigned by supervisors.

Responsibilities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Finance, Accounting, or related fields.
• At least 2 years of accounting experience; experience in manufacturing accounting preferred.
• Familiar with local tax policies; knowledge of Malaysian tax law and financial regulations for foreign-invested companies preferred.
• Possess good communication skills.
• Possess professional ethics, responsibility, and teamwork skills.
• Proficient in accounting software.
• Adapt to cross-cultural environments, and possess stress tolerance and problem-solving abilities.