Senior Account & Finance Executive

Synapse Laboratory; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Synapse Laboratory is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to oversee monthly accounts, financial reporting and MIS. Lead the accounts team, ensure accurate reconciliations, and coordinate SST submissions.

The role also covers cash flow management, budgeting, cost control and payroll support, with emphasis on timely closes and strong internal controls across AR/AP, collections and supplier payments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field, or recognised professional accounting qualification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts, financial statements and expense reports.
• Prepare and present monthly MIS reports and analyse monthly P&L statements.
• Oversee accounts team for AR, AP and collections, ensuring timely reporting.
• Oversee day-to-day finance operations and liaise with suppliers/customers on outstanding balances.
• Monitor cash flow, forecasting and working capital.
• Coordinate SST submissions, tax filings, audits and compliance.
• Support payroll processing and expense claims.
• Assist budgeting and cost-control initiatives.
• Maintain internal controls and perform regular reconciliations.

Skills

Financial reporting

Team supervision

Variance analysis

Cash flow management

MIS reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Diploma in Accounting/Finance (considered with substantial experience)

ACCA/CIMA/CPA or equivalent

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

Monthly Accounts and Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly management accounts, financial statements and expense reports, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.

Management Information System (MIS) Reporting: Prepare and present monthly MIS reports to management, analyse monthly Profit & Loss (P&L) statements, identify significant variances against budgets and previous periods, and provide insights into financial performance.

Accounts Team Management: Oversee and coordinate the accounts team responsible for Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP) and collections, ensuring efficient operations, accurate records and timely reporting.

Finance Operations and Aging Management: Oversee day-to-day finance operations and liaise with suppliers and customers on outstanding balances. Monitor AR and AP aging reports, follow up on overdue customer payments, resolve billing and payment discrepancies, and ensure timely settlement of supplier accounts.

Cash Flow Management: Monitor receipts, payments and cash balances, and assist with cash flow forecasting to ensure sufficient working capital.

Tax and Compliance: Coordinate SST submissions, tax filings, audit schedules and other statutory compliance requirements, as applicable.

Payroll and Administration: Support payroll processing, employee expense claims and related financial administration.

Budgeting and Cost Control: Assist with budget preparation, monitor expenditure against budgets, analyse variances and support cost-control initiatives.

Internal Controls and Reconciliation: Ensure proper maintenance of accounting records, regular bank and ledger reconciliations, and adherence to established financial procedures.

1. Educational Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline, or a recognised professional accounting qualification.

Candidates with a Diploma in Accounting or Finance may be considered if they have substantial relevant experience.

Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent will be an added advantage.

2. Work Experience

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in accounting and finance, preferably with experience supervising an accounts team.

Proven experience in preparing monthly management accounts, financial statements and MIS reports.

Hands-on experience in AR, AP, collections, aging analysis and cash flow management.

Experience in analysing monthly P&L statements, budgets and financial variances.

Familiarity with Malaysian SST, tax requirements, statutory compliance and audit processes.

3. Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, lookup functions and financial reporting.

Experience with accounting software or ERP systems.

Ability to prepare and interpret monthly MIS reports, P&L statements, AR/AP aging reports and cash flow forecasts.

Knowledge of bank reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, internal controls and financial procedures.

4. Management and Analytical Skills

Ability to supervise, guide and monitor the performance of the accounts team.

Strong analytical skills to identify financial trends, variances, collection issues and cost-saving opportunities.

Ability to monitor working capital and improve collection efficiency.

Good organisational skills and the ability to meet monthly closing and reporting deadlines.

5. Communication and Personal Attributes

Good written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to liaise professionally with customers, suppliers, auditors, tax agents and management.

Strong attention to detail, accuracy and integrity.

Proactive, organised and able to work independently.

Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach to finance operations.