Senior Accountant

KES International; Kulai; On-site; MYR 72,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

KES International is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee key financial activities for its manufacturing operations. The role emphasizes accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with accounting standards while partnering with Operations and Production to provide financial insights for decision making.

The successful candidate will manage year-end processes, cost accounting activities, and liaise with external auditors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years of accounting experience, ideally in manufacturing.
• Strong cost accounting and manufacturing workflow knowledge.
• Proficient in ERP systems (Oracle or similar) and advanced Excel.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual financial statements in accordance with accounting standards.
• Review journal entries, balance sheets, and reconciliations.
• Monitor month-end and year-end consolidation packs for accuracy.
• Analyze cost, overhead absorption, labor efficiency and production yield.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Cross-functional influence

Proactive mindset

Data accuracy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Oracle ERP

Advanced Excel

Job description

The Senior Accountant will oversee key financial activities for the manufacturing business, ensuring accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with accounting standards. This role partners closely with operations, production, and management to provide financial insights that support effective decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare annual financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards.
• Review and finalize journal entries, balance sheet schedules, and account reconciliations.
• Review month-end and year-end consolidation packs, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Monitor fixed assets, depreciation, and capital expenditure tracking.

Cost & Manufacturing Accounting

• Analyze material variances, overhead absorption, labor efficiency, and production yield.
• Prepare and analyze inventory valuation, WIP movement, and slow-moving/obsolete stock provisions.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with internal financial policies, statutory regulations, and audit requirements.
• Strengthen internal controls around purchasing, inventory, production, and cost allocation.
• Liaise with external auditors and tax agents during statutory audits.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Operations, Production, and within Finance teams.
• Support automation initiatives and process improvements.
• Provide financial guidance for operational initiatives.
• Any other ad-hoc projects as deemed necessary in supporting the Finance team.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of accounting experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting and manufacturing workflows.
• Proficient in ERP systems (Oracle or similar) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Financial and business acumen
• Strong integrity and sense of accountability
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams
• Hands-on and proactive
• Critical thinker with strong data accuracy