Senior Account Executive

JB Cocoa Sdn Bhd; Gelang Patah; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in the cocoa industry located in Gelang Patah, Malaysia is seeking a Senior Account Executive. The successful candidate will support financial reporting and compliance across various regional entities, contribute to management account closures, and enhance internal controls and financial processes. Qualifications include a degree in Accounting or Finance and 2-5 years of relevant experience.

Benefits

Miscellaneous Allowances

Medical Coverage

Insurance Coverage

Maternity and Paternity Leave

Annual KPI and Individual Bonus

Qualifications

• ACCA, CPA, or equivalent certification is an advantage.
• 2-5 years of relevant finance or accounting experience.
• Fluency in English is required; additional language skills are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the monthly closing of management accounts for regional trading entities.
• Support preparation of financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, and regulatory bodies.

Skills

Financial reporting

Tax compliance

Internal controls

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor Degree or Diploma in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP S4Hana

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Account Executive to support the Group’s trading entities in financial reporting, accounting operations, and compliance matters. The role will assist in monitoring financial performance, ensuring accurate reporting, and maintaining internal controls. This role will work closely with teams across different regions, to support daily operations, financial analysis, and compliance with Group policies.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist in the monthly closing of management accounts for regional trading entities, including variance analysis.
• Support the preparation of financial reports, budgets, and forecasts to ensure timely submissions.
• Work with external tax consultants and internal finance teams to assist in transfer pricing documentation and compliance.
• Assist in implementing and monitoring internal controls and accounting processes across trading entities.
• Support SAP ERP utilization to enhance financial reporting accuracy and efficiency.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of reports for statutory compliance, including tax filings, VAT submissions, and other regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, company secretaries, and regulatory bodies as required.
• Support corporate governance initiatives and compliance with Group policies.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (ACCA, CPA, or equivalent certification is an advantage).
• At least 2-5 years of relevant finance or accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, tax compliance, and internal controls.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (experience with SAP S4Hana is a plus).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to work across regions and teams.
• Fluency in English is required, while additional language skills are considered an advantage.

What we offer

• Miscellaneous Allowances
• Medical Coverage
• Insurance Coverage
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Annual KPI and Individual Bonus

More company information

• Company Size: 501 – 1000 Employees
• Working hours: Regular hours, Monday – Friday (Except for shift work)
• Company Address: (address omitted for brevity)