Project Accountant (Kuala Lumpur)

UEM Edgenta Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Financial Project Manager to oversee project financial performance and reporting. The role includes preparing budgets, conducting financial analyses, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting and relevant experience in financial project management.

Qualifications

• 4 to 6 years working experience in financial and project accounting.
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Track project performance through financial metrics.
• Prepare financial reports and assist in budgeting.
• Investigate discrepancies and collaborate with stakeholders.

Skills

Financial analysis

Risk assessment

Stakeholder management

Reporting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Job description

Responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Track project performance through profit & loss, balance sheet, and key financial metrics to ensure healthy financial standing.
• Ensure accurate and timely accruals of project revenue and costs, including reviewing purchase requisitions before approval.
• Investigate financial discrepancies and promptly highlight potential risks to Business Controller and Business Analyst.
• Conduct financial analysis of project outcomes and assess impact on the overall business unit performance.
• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual reports in line with Business Unit and Group Finance requirements.
• Assist in preparing project budgets and forecasts while ensuring adherence to timelines and data accuracy for all reporting levels.
• Support audits and prepare financial inputs for board papers, regulatory submissions, or management presentations.
• Act as a key liaison with internal stakeholders to resolve financial reporting and project-related queries.
• Collaborate with finance teams to identify and implement enhancements in forecasting, reporting, and data capture processes.
  
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or any related field.
• 4 to 6 years working experience in financial and project accounting.
• Familiarity with relevant regulatory and compliance requirements in the finance and accounting domain.