Senior Accountant

Surbana Jurong; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Surbana Jurong in Kuala Lumpur seeks a Senior Accountant to manage general ledger activities and lead month-end/year-end close. You will supervise GL, AR and AP functions, oversee cash flow, and prepare financial statements in compliance with regulations.

The role requires ACCA/CPA/MIA or a recognised accounting degree with 4+ years’ experience, strong Excel skills, and a detail-oriented, proactive mindset. Collaboration with multiple departments is essential.

Qualifications

• ACCA/CPA/MIA qualification or recognised Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a Senior Accountant role.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and relevant regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage general ledger activities and oversee month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Oversee full AR cycle including invoicing, collections and reconciliations.
• Supervise GL, Treasury, AR, and AP teams; manage cash flow and payments.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and reports in line with regulatory requirements.
• Lead or support audits; respond to auditor inquiries and ensure compliance.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting; monitor regulatory and accounting changes.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders including corporate offices and auditors.
• Undertake ad hoc tasks as required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

ACCA

CPA

MIA

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position purpose

The position is responsible for managing general ledger activities and overseeing month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. The role also supports overall accounting operations, compliance with regulatory requirements, and effective financial control within the organization.

Job Description

Maintain accurate financial records by recording transactions, updating general ledgers, managing accounts receivable/payable, and performing reconciliations in compliance with accounting policies and procedures. Oversee the full AR cycle, including invoicing, payment follow-ups, credit control, customer account reconciliations, and resolving billing discrepancies to ensure timely collection. Supervise and provide hands-on support to the General Ledger (GL), Treasury, Accounts Receivable (AR), and Accounts Payable (AP) teams. Manage company cash flow, ensuring timely collections, disbursements, and effective payment arrangements. Prepare and analyse financial statements and reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, ensuring compliance with corporate and regulatory requirements. Ensure accuracy and timeliness in month-end and year-end closing activities. Collaborate with internal departments to ensure compliance with procurement, payment, and claims submission processes. Lead or support internal and external audits by preparing audit schedules, responding to auditor inquiries, and ensuring adherence to applicable laws and regulations. Prepare and review tax returns in accordance with relevant tax regulations. Assist in annual budgeting and periodic forecasting activities. Monitor regulatory and accounting changes, ensuring timely adoption of best practices and compliance requirements. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including corporate offices, auditors, legal advisors, company secretaries, and financial institutions. Undertake special assignments, ad hoc tasks, and other responsibilities as required.

Job Specification

Possess at least ACCA, CPA, MIA certification or a recognised Bachelor's degree in Accounting. Minimum of 4 years' experience in a Senior Accountant role. Experience in auditing is an added advantage. Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel. Strong understanding of accounting principles and relevant regulations. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented with strong organisational and time management abilities. Meticulous, self-motivated, and able to work independently under tight deadlines. Good verbal and written communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Location: Menara IGB Mid Valley At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world! SMEC is a global engineering, management and development consultancy delivering innovative solutions for our clients and partners. Leveraging our 70-year history of delivering nation-building infrastructure, we provide technical expertise and advanced engineering services to resolve complex challenges across major infrastructure and energy projects. SMEC has a long and proud history which dates back to Australia's iconic Snowy Mountains Hydroelectric Scheme in 1949, one of the largest and most complex hydroelectric schemes in the world. Headquartered in Australia, we have offices across more than 35 countries in Oceania, Southeast Asia, South Asia, Africa and the Americas. Together with our clients and partners, we deliver projects that directly contribute to improving health, quality of life and development outcomes for communities and neighborhoods around the world. Driven by innovation, ingenuity and skill, our people have shaped these outcomes in some of the world's most remote and challenging environments. Since 2016, SMEC has been a member of the Surbana Jurong Group, an Asia-based global powerhouse of over 16,000 employees. Through our network of global specialists and by collaborating with local partners, we connect clients with the best teams and capabilities to deliver sustainable solutions.