Junior Finance & Accounting Associate

Hata; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Hata is seeking a motivated Accounting Associate to join our Finance team in Kuala Lumpur. This role suits fresh graduates or candidates with up to 1–2 years of experience who want to build a foundation in accounting and financial operations.

You will assist with day-to-day transactions, maintain records, perform reconciliations, and support month-end closing and reporting. The position emphasizes detail, accuracy, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Basic exposure to reconciliation, invoicing, or financial reporting.
• Familiarity with accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day accounting transactions, including invoices, receipts, payments, and data entry.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in the accounting system.
• Assist with bank, supplier, and other account reconciliations.
• Check financial transactions and supporting documents for completeness and accuracy.
• Help follow up on missing documents, unclear transaction details, and minor discrepancies.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoice processing and payment follow-up.
• Assist with month-end closing activities and preparation of accounting schedules.
• Support the preparation of management accounts, financial reports, budgets, and cash flow information.
• Organize and maintain proper supporting documents for accounting and audit purposes.
• Assist with audit, tax, compliance, and regulatory documentation where required.
• Work with internal teams to obtain information and clarify finance-related matters.
• Learn to identify unusual entries, missing information, or possible errors and raise them to the relevant team member.
• Support improvements to finance processes, filing, and documentation where opportunities are identified.
• Carry out other finance and accounting duties as assigned.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Education

Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Familiarity with accounting software

Job description

Hata is seeking a motivated Accounting Associate to join our Finance team in Kuala Lumpur. This role suits fresh graduates or candidates with up to 1–2 years of experience who want to build a foundation in accounting and financial operations.

You will assist with day-to-day transactions, maintain records, perform reconciliations, and support month-end closing and reporting. The position emphasizes detail, accuracy, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.