Group Accountant

hartamodal; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

hartamodal is seeking a Group Accountant to lead group financial reporting and consolidated statements from its Kuala Lumpur on-site office. You will manage month-end/ year-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis while coordinating with auditors and cross-functional teams.

The role requires strong accounting knowledge, ERP/Excel proficiency, and experience in multi-entity environments. Integrity and adaptability are essential in a growth-focused company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional certification (ACCA, CPA, ICAEW) is an advantage.
• Strong skills in financial accounting, group consolidation, and preparation of financial statements.
• Experience with accounting software, ERP systems, and advanced MS Excel skills.
• Solid understanding of relevant accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal control frameworks.
• Ability to manage multiple entities, handle complex transactions, and meet strict reporting deadlines.
• Excellent analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams and external auditors.
• Relevant experience in group accounting, preferably in engineering, construction, or project management environments.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and willingness to adapt in a dynamic, growth-focused organization.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes for the group.
• Coordinate preparation of consolidated financial statements.
• Monitor budgets and forecasts with variance analysis.
• Manage group-level accounts payable and receivable; review GL entries.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors.
• Support process improvements and strengthen internal controls.
• Provide clear financial insights for decision-making with project and management teams.

Skills

Financial accounting

Group consolidation

Financial statements

Management reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial analysis

MS Excel

ERP systems

Accounting standards

Tax regulations

Internal controls

Multi-entity management

Auditors coordination

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

ACCA/CPA/ICAEW advantage

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

Role Description The Group Accountant role is a full-time, on-site position based Kuala Lumpur. The Group Accountant is responsible for overseeing group financial reporting, preparing consolidated financial statements, and ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and local regulations. Day-to-day tasks include managing the month-end and year-end closing processes, monitoring budgets and forecasts, and performing variance and financial performance analysis. The role also involves managing accounts payable and receivable at group level, reviewing general ledger entries, and coordinating with internal and external auditors. The Group Accountant will support process improvements, implement internal controls, and work closely with project and management teams to provide clear financial insights for decision-making.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in financial accounting, group consolidation, and preparation of financial statements.
• Proficiency in management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Experience with accounting software, ERP systems, and advanced MS Excel skills.
• Solid understanding of relevant accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal control frameworks.
• Ability to manage multiple entities, handle complex transactions, and meet strict reporting deadlines.
• Excellent analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams and external auditors.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional certification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, ICAEW) is an advantage.
• Relevant experience in group accounting, preferably in engineering, construction, or project management environments.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and willingness to adapt in a dynamic, growth-focused organization.