Group Account Manager

Lippo Capital Sdn Bhd; Miri; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Lippo Capital Sdn Bhd is seeking a Group Account Manager to oversee the Group's accounting operations and financial controls. You will manage full-set accounts across multiple entities, ensure timely management reporting, and coordinate corporate tax compliance with external agents.

You will lead a finance team, drive audit readiness, and implement robust internal controls while ensuring statutory deadlines are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or equivalent.
• ACCA/CIMA/CPA qualification is an advantage.
• 3–5 years in an audit firm or relevant accounting role.
• Strong experience with full-set accounts and multi-company operations.
• Solid knowledge of Malaysian corporate tax and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations and full-set accounts for Group companies.
• Supervise daily accounting activities and ensure accurate recording of transactions.
• Review entries, ledgers, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Maintain accounting records and documentation.
• Monitor intercompany transactions and balances.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly/annual management accounts.
• Ensure timely month-end and year-end closure.
• Review P&L, balance sheets and cash flows.
• Provide financial analysis and reporting to Management.
• Monitor expenses and budget variances.

Skills

Full-set accounts

Multi-company accounting

Tax knowledge

Leadership

Auditing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

ACCA/CIMA/CPA advantage

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

To oversee, manage and supervise the overall accounting and financial operations of all companies within the Group, ensuring accurate financial records, timely preparation of management accounts, proper corporate tax compliance and effective financial controls.

The position is responsible for ensuring that all company accounts are consistently updated, properly reconciled, supported by complete documentation and ready for annual audit within the required timeline.

The Group Account Manager is also responsible for monitoring corporate tax matters, conducting tax research, coordinating tax computations and ensuring timely submission of corporate tax returns and other applicable statutory requirements.

Key responsibilities

A. Group Accounting Management

• Oversee all accounting operations and full-set accounts for companies within the Group.
• Supervise daily accounting activities and ensure accurate recording of all financial transactions.
• Review accounting entries, general ledgers, reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Ensure proper maintenance of accounting records and documentation.
• Monitor and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances.
• Prepare, review and finalize monthly, quarterly and annual management accounts.
• Ensure timely month-end and year-end closing.
• Review Profit & Loss Statements, Balance Sheets and Cash Flow Statements.
• Provide financial analysis and reports to Management.
• Monitor financial performance, expenses and budget variances.

C. Corporate Tax Management

• Conduct research and stay updated on Malaysian corporate tax laws and regulations.
• Review corporate tax computations and tax provisions.
• Coordinate corporate tax planning and submissions with external tax agents.
• Ensure all corporate tax returns and applicable tax submissions are completed within statutory deadlines.
• Monitor tax payments, instalments, assessments and outstanding tax liabilities.
• Identify tax risks and recommend appropriate tax planning strategies.

D. Audit Preparation & Coordination

• Ensure all Group companies maintain complete and accurate accounting records.
• Ensure monthly and year-end accounts are properly closed and reconciled.
• Prepare complete audit schedules, working papers and supporting documentation.
• Ensure all accounts are audit-ready before the commencement of external audits.
• Coordinate with external auditors and respond to audit queries promptly.
• Monitor audit progress and ensure audited financial statements are finalized within the agreed timeline.
• Follow up on audit adjustments and implement corrective actions.
• Establish and monitor accounting procedures and internal financial controls.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax regulations and statutory requirements.
• Review financial transactions and ensure proper authorization and supporting documentation.
• Identify financial discrepancies, risks and control weaknesses.
• Ensure proper record keeping and document management.

F. Team Management

• Supervise, guide and monitor the performance of the Finance & Accounts team.
• Allocate responsibilities and establish work deadlines.
• Review the accuracy and completeness of work performed by subordinates.
• Provide technical guidance and training to accounting personnel.
• Ensure all accounting activities are completed accurately and on time.

G. Management Reporting

• Provide timely financial information and reports to Management.
• Highlight financial risks, tax exposure and significant accounting issues.
• Recommend improvements in financial controls and accounting procedures.
• Support Management in budgeting, forecasting and financial planning.

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or an equivalent qualification.
• ACCA, CIMA, CPA or another professional accounting qualification is an advantage.
• Minimum LCCI qualification with 3–5 years of experience in an audit firm or relevant accounting experience.
• Strong experience in full-set accounts and multi-company accounting operations.
• Good knowledge of Malaysian corporate tax and accounting regulations.
• Experience coordinating annual audits and working with external auditors and tax agents.
• Strong leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple deadlines and take ownership of responsibilities.