Senior Account Executive

Ambition Group Malaysia; Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A large manufacturing group is seeking a finance professional to prepare and review financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The candidate will monitor manufacturing costs, assist in budgeting, and liaise with auditors and tax agents. Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, with 4-6 years of experience and preferably a professional accounting qualification. A strong understanding of manufacturing cost structures is essential. This position is located in Selangor, Malaysia.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-6 years of relevant finance or accounting experience.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is highly preferred.
• Hands‑on experience in costing, budgeting, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure timely month-end and year-end closing, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Monitor and analyse manufacturing costs, including raw materials, labour, and overheads.

Skills

Costing

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Accounting systems

Microsoft Excel

Education

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

Professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, CIMA, ICAEW or equivalent)

Job description

Our client is a large, globally established manufacturing group specialising in the design, production, and distribution of power tools, outdoor equipment, and related products.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards.

Ensure timely month-end and year-end closing, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.

Maintain accurate general ledger and supporting schedules.

Monitor and analyse manufacturing costs, including raw materials, labour, and overheads.

Support product costing, margin analysis, and variance analysis.

Work closely with operations and production teams to improve cost efficiency and controls.

Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.

Track budget versus actual performance and explain variances to management.

Support cash flow planning and working capital management.

Prepare and coordinate tax computations, submissions, and payments (corporate tax, SST/GST where applicable).

Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, bankers, and regulators.

Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and internal control requirements.

Key Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, CIMA, ICAEW or equivalent) is preferred.

Minimum 4-6 years of relevant finance or accounting experience.

Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is highly preferred.

Hands‑on experience in costing, budgeting, and financial reporting.

Strong technical accounting and financial analysis skills.

Good understanding of manufacturing cost structures and inventory accounting.

Proficient in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.

Good communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally.

To apply, please click "APPLY NOW" or email Jared Tan at *********@ambition.com.my. Data provided is for recruitment purposes only.

Due to the volume of applications received, we regret to inform you that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.