Junior Finance Executive

Talent Recruit; Simpang Ampat; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Junior Finance Executive in Penang, Malaysia. The role involves preparing financial transactions, ensuring compliance with regulations, and assisting in financial reporting. Ideal candidates should hold a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance and possess 2-5 years of relevant experience, with Mandarin fluency preferred. The position offers a structured environment and support for ERP system implementation.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience required.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards and accounting principles (e.g., MFRS, IFRS).
• Must be able to speak Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, record, and process daily financial transactions.
• Perform daily bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with local financial regulations.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax agents.

Skills

Familiar with e-invoicing

Strong analytical skills

Organisational skills

Time management skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Oracle

SQL-based systems

Job description

We are representing our client who is in the steel manufacturing industry. As part of our client's ongoing ERP system implementation, they are seeking a Junior Finance Executive to join the team.

Job Responsibility

• Prepare, record, and process daily financial transactions, including journal entries, fund transfers, and payments.
• Perform daily bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow and fund movements.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and financial schedules, including trade, investment, and expense schedules.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Support budgeting, financial forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with local financial regulations, tax requirements, and internal controls.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax agents, and banks.
• Assist in preparing audit and tax documentation and statutory submissions.
• Support the implementation and testing of accounting systems and process improvements.
• Handle ad-hoc assignments and support finance-related projects.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2-5 years of experience required.
• Familiar with e-invoicing
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards and accounting principles (e.g., MFRS, IFRS).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, SQL-based systems).
• Strong analytical, organisational, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to speak Mandarin as you will be required to liaise with the ERP system consultants, who are from China.
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 6pm