Senior Accountant

Kanry Search; Iskandar Puteri; Sur place; MYR 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Kanry Search is seeking a Senior Finance Executive (Manufacturing MNC) to oversee the full set of accounts and financial operations in Malaysia. The role requires strong technical accounting skills, budgeting experience, and coordination with auditors and tax authorities.

The successful candidate will manage month-end close, prepare financial statements, and provide insights to management for decision-making. Manufacturing costing familiarity is a plus and independent work ethic is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance is required.
• ACCA/CIMA/CPA or equivalent professional qualification is advantageous.
• Experience in accounting, financial reporting or finance operations is required.
• Experience handling full sets of accounts and knowledge of Malaysian accounting standards is essential.
• Proficiency with Excel and ERP systems is necessary.

Responsabilités

• Oversee full set of accounts including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Fixed Assets.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Ensure timely month-end and year-end closing.
• Perform bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations and intercompany reconciliations.
• Review accounting transactions to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Assist in budgeting and financial analysis, forecasts and projections.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax agents for compliance.
• Maintain effective internal controls and document processes.
• Guide and review the work of junior accounting personnel.

Connaissances

Accounting proficiency

Excel skills

Analytical thinking

Independent worker

Formation

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

ACCA/CIMA/CPA or equivalent

Outils

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Description du poste

Senior Finance Executive (Manufacturing MNC)

The Senior Finance Executive is responsible for overseeing the company's accounting and financial operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, proper maintenance of accounting records and compliance with applicable financial and statutory requirements.

The role also involves financial analysis, budgeting, audit coordination, internal controls and providing financial support to management for business decision-making.

2. Key Responsibilities

Manage and oversee the full set of accounts, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Fixed Assets.

Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and management reports.

Ensure timely month-end and year-end closing.

Perform bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations and intercompany reconciliations.

Review accounting transactions to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Budgeting & Financial Analysis

Assist in preparing annual budgets, financial forecasts and projections.

Analyse financial performance, expenses and budget variances.

Monitor cash flow and provide financial insights to management.

Identify opportunities for cost control and operational improvements.

Taxation & Statutory Compliance

Ensure compliance with applicable Malaysian accounting standards and statutory requirements.

Coordinate with external auditors, tax agents and relevant authorities.

Assist in corporate tax computation, SST matters and other statutory submissions.

Ensure proper maintenance of financial records and supporting documentation.

Internal Controls & Process Improvement

Maintain effective internal controls and accounting procedures.

Review existing processes and recommend improvements.

Ensure proper documentation and filing of financial records.

Team Coordination

Guide and review the work of junior accounting personnel.

Coordinate with internal departments on finance-related matters.

Support management in financial projects and other relevant assignments.

3. Job Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.

Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent are an advantage.

Relevant experience in accounting, financial reporting or finance operations.

Experience handling full sets of accounts.

Knowledge of Malaysian accounting standards, taxation and statutory requirements.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software or ERP systems.

Good analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.

Able to work independently and meet reporting deadlines.

4. Preferred Experience

Experience in the manufacturing or engineering industry is an advantage.

Knowledge of manufacturing costing, inventory valuation, production costs and cost control.

Experience coordinating external audits and tax matters.

Experience guiding or supervising accounting personnel.

The company practices fair and merit-based recruitment.

Applications are assessed based on relevant qualifications, skills, experience and job-related competencies.

Equal consideration will be given to qualified applicants without discrimination on grounds protected under applicable Malaysian laws.

• Employment terms, working hours, rest days, leave entitlements and other benefits will be provided in accordance with applicable Malaysian employment legislation.

• Reasonable workplace adjustments may be considered where appropriate.

6. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Timely completion of monthly and annual financial closing.

Accuracy and reliability of financial reports.

Timely completion of audit and statutory requirements.

Effective monitoring of cash flow and expenses.

Compliance with internal financial controls and procedures.

Continuous improvement in accounting processes.