Senior Accountant/ Account Manager

TOTAL QS SERVICES; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction consulting firm in Johor Bahru is seeking a Senior Accountant/Account Manager to manage the accounts team, ensure timely reporting, and handle financial tasks. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 6/8 years of business experience in accounting, with strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and fluency in English, Malay are required. The position offers a negotiable salary and various benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6/8 years of business experience in accounting.
• Ability to prioritize and manage expectations.
• Good command in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Fluent in Malay; Mandarin is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the team of Accountants.
• Prepare financial statements and reports for management.
• Perform monthly payroll and statutory filings.
• Liaise with auditors and tax agents as required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communicative skills

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Fluent in English

Familiarity with financial systems

Familiarity with SQL

Familiarity with Accounting and Payroll software

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The role

We are looking for either a Senior Accountant/Account Manager. We are looking for an individual who is proactive, able to manage multiple tasks, willing to learn and take pride in their work. The individual should have experience in managing an accounts team, handle audit queries and ensure timely reporting for government requirements. Salary is negotiable. Good benefits.

Responsibilities

• Manage the team of Accountants
• Provide analysis and reports to the Principal
• Perform monthly closing of accounts. Handle full set of accounts including day-to-day operations matters
• Handling client billing and contract management
• Prepare financial statements, notes to accounts, cash flow projections, fixed assets register, SST submission and relevant reports for management and statutory/external reporting purposes or tax filing for submission
• Prepare reconciliation of AP, AR and inter-company transaction
• Perform monthly payroll process including submission of EPF, SOCSO, PCB and other statutory filings
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting on statutory filings
• Responsible for improving business operations and implementing proper internal controls
• Manage forecasting and budgeting
• Liaise with Business Units, External Auditor, Internal Auditors, tax Agents, bankers where required
• Prepare and co‑ordinate ad‑hoc management reports and report analysis
• Responsible for timely submission and payment of statutory requirements
• Review work performed by Account Executives
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with minimum 6/8 years of business experience
• Good command over financial systems and processes
• Familiar with SQL, Accounting and Payroll software is a plus
• Conscientious, analytical and strong attention to details
• Ability to communicate articulately and efficiently both written and verbal
• Ability to prioritize and manage expectations
• Good command in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Fluent in English, Malay. Mandarin will be a plus

Application Questions

• How many years' experience do you have as an Accountant Manager?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as an Accounts and Administration Executive?
• Which of the following languages are you fluent in?
• How many years of bookkeeping experience do you have?
• How would you rate your English language skills?

We are an established construction consulting firm and property development firm in Johor Bahru and are looking for enthusiastic and suitably qualified candidates for our office.

Interested candidates are invited to apply online / write‑in / e‑mail a comprehensive resume stating current & expected salary and contact number, together with a recent passport‑sized photograph (n.r.) to:

Total QS Services
Tel: 607‑3331411

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.