Senior Accountant

Wai Hong Brothers Sdn. Bhd.; Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local accounting firm in Malaysia is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee financial reporting, taxation, and team supervision. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, 3-5 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in accounting software. This role offers various benefits including annual leave, medical insurance, and training opportunities.

Benefits

Annual Leave

Medical and Hospitalisation Leave

EPF

SOCSO

EIS

Annual Bonus

Medical Insurance

Allowance Provided

Training Provided

Performance Bonus

Work from Home

Staff Meal

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Experience in handling full set of accounts independently.
• Prior experience in construction/project-based accounting is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare full set of accounts including Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements.
• Handle month-end and year-end closing in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with MFRS, Companies Act 2016, LHDN, SST, and other statutory requirements.
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, bankers, and company secretaries.
• Prepare and review CP204 / CP204A and corporate tax computations.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Taxation

Budgeting and Financial Analysis

Accounting Software Proficiency

Internal Control

Team Supervision

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, CIMA, MICPA)

Tools

SQL

AutoCount

UBS

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Education & Professional Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CIMA, or MICPA is an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Experience in handling full set of accounts independently.
• Prior experience in construction / project-based accounting is an advantage.

Technical Knowledge

• Familiar with CP204 / CP204A, corporate tax, and audit processes.
• Proficient in accounting software (e.g. SQL, AutoCount, UBS, SAP).
• Good command of Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.

Job Scope – Senior Accountant

1. Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare full set of accounts including Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements.
• Handle month-end and year-end closing in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with MFRS, Companies Act 2016, LHDN, SST, and other statutory requirements.
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, bankers, and company secretaries.

2. Taxation

• Prepare and review CP204 / CP204A and corporate tax computations.
• Handle SST, withholding tax, and other statutory tax matters.
• Ensure timely tax submissions and payments.

3. Budgeting & Financial Analysis

• Prepare annual budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections.
• Analyze financial performance and identify variances.
• Provide financial reports and insights to management.

4. Accounting Operations

• Oversee Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR).
• Review journal entries, payment vouchers, and bank reconciliations.
• Ensure proper accounting records and supporting documents are maintained.

5. Cash Flow & Treasury Management

• Monitor daily cash flow and bank balances.
• Plan and manage payments to suppliers, contractors, and statutory bodies.
• Manage banking facilities and financing arrangements.

6. Internal Control & Audit

• Establish and maintain internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Assist in internal and external audit exercises.
• Address audit findings and implement corrective actions.

7. Team Supervision

• Supervise and review work of Accounts Executives and junior accounting staff.
• Provide guidance and ensure accuracy and timeliness of accounting work.

8. System & Process Improvement

• Maintain and enhance accounting systems and processes.
• Support accounting system implementation or upgrades.
• Recommend improvements to increase efficiency and compliance.

9. Management & Ad-hoc Support

• Provide accounting and financial support for management decisions.
• Assist in ad-hoc financial reports and special assignments as required.

Benefits

• Annual Leave
• Medical and Hospitalisation Leave
• EPF
• SOCSO
• EIS
• Annual Bonus
• Medical Insurance
• Allowance Provided
• Training Provided
• Performance Bonus
• Work from Home
• Staff Meal