Group Accountant

Private Advertiser; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail and e-commerce company based in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Group Accountant to oversee consolidated financial reports in compliance with IFRS/MFRS. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, with 3-5 years of relevant experience, preferably in retail or FMCG. Strong skills in financial analysis, communication, and systems such as Monitor ERP or SAP B1 are essential. This role offers opportunities for hands-on learning in a conducive work environment.

Benefits

Great hands-on learning and exposure

Conducive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years in a related field.
• Experience in group financial consolidation.
• Strong understanding of Malaysian tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review consolidated financial statements in compliance with IFRS/MFRS.
• Ensure accurate month-end and year-end financial reporting.
• Coordinate with finance teams across subsidiaries for submissions.

Skills

Financial statement preparation

Accounting software proficiency

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Professional qualifications (MIA, ACCA, CPA, etc.)

Tools

Monitor ERP

SAP B1

AutoCount

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are a well-established retail and e-commerce company that has been operating in Malaysia since 2016, specializing in apparel, bags, accessories, and related products. In line with our continued strategic growth and expansion, we are seeking competent, motivated, and customer-oriented individuals to join our team for the following position(s):

Group Accountant

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review consolidated financial statements for the Group in compliance with IFRS/MFRS.
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial reporting, including public
  announcements.
• Coordinate with finance teams across subsidiaries to ensure timely submission of financial statements, analyses, and supporting documentation.
• Oversee intercompany transactions and reconciliation processes to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Perform comprehensive financial and ratio analyses of consolidated statements, providing performance commentary including P&L, balance sheet, and trend analysis.
• Support and coordinate internal and external audit processes, ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements and timely provision of documentation.
• Prepare and coordinate materials for AGMs, Board meetings, and committee meetings (ARC, NC, RC).
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in preparing Group’s budgets, financial forecasts, and variance analysis to support business planning and decision-making.
• Governance, Risk Management & Process Improvement: Develop and maintain consistent accounting policies and strong financial controls to manage risks, ensure compliance with regulations, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness of financial operations.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with business unit leaders to drive financial performance and provide actionable insights and reports to senior management and the Board.
• Cash Flow & Treasury Management: Oversee Group cash flow planning, ensure optimal liquidity, and develop strategies for effective working capital management.
• Support corporate exercises such as mergers, acquisitions, or restructuring initiatives, including financial evaluation and analysis.
• Liaise with auditors, company secretary, tax agents, banks, and regulatory authorities to ensure full statutory and regulatory compliance.
• Provide financial guidance, contribute to strategic planning, and undertake ad-hoc projects, including process standardization and system enhancements within the Group reporting function, as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field from a recognized university; professional qualifications such as MIA, ACCA, CPA Australia, CIMA, or equivalent are preferred.
• A minimum of 3 to 5 years in a related field, with substantial experience in group financial consolidation, preferably in the retail or FMCG industry.
• Prior external audit experience is a strong advantage.
• Proficient in accounting systems such as Monitor ERP, SAP B1, or AutoCount, with the ability to monitor, troubleshoot, and improve system usage.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (e.g. formulas, pivot tables, charts) Microsoft Word and PowerPoint for reporting and presentations.
• Solid understanding of Malaysian tax regulations (including the Income Tax Act 1967), MFRS, and IFRS.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in Mandarin, English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Proactive, independent, and detail-oriented, with the ability to perform under tight deadlines; demonstrates strong commitment, accountability, adaptability, and a continuous improvement mindset.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resumes and expected salary via the Apply Now button below.

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be notified.

Job Highlights

• Great Hands-on learning and exposure
• Conducive work environment