Senior Accountant (PA/Sunway Geo/Hybrid)

Hernan Corporation Sdn Bhd; Selangor; Presencial; MYR 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Hernan Corporation Sdn Bhd is a Malaysian manufacturer established in 1996, distributing products to multiple markets. We seek an experienced finance professional to lead month-end and year-end closings, manage balance sheet reconciliations, and drive budgeting and forecasting across entities.

The role requires 5–8 years of accounting experience, strong knowledge of MFRS and tax, and hands-on SAP/ERP skills.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related discipline.
• Professional qualification with MIA/ACCA/CPA/CIMA or equivalent is an advantage.
• 5–8 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing, food processing or FMCG.
• Hands-on experience with SAP or other ERP/accounting systems.
• Good knowledge of MFRS, Companies Act 2016, Malaysian taxation, SST, withholding tax and statutory compliance.
• Experience in financial closing, consolidation, budgeting, forecasting and external audit coordination.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and oversee month-end and year-end closing processes with journal entries and inter-company transactions.
• Prepare reconciliations of balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Manage period-end closing for all entities per corporate timetable and closing checklist.
• Analyze monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, management reports, and cash flow statements.
• Prepare and review tax computations, SST, and other statutory submissions.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning with department heads.
• Monitor budget vs actuals and provide cost optimisation recommendations.
• Develop internal controls and governance to safeguard assets and ensure compliance.

Conocimientos

Technical accounting

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Independent/work autonomy

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline

Professional qualification or membership with MIA/ACCA/CPA/CIMA or equivalent

Herramientas

SAP

ERP systems

Descripción del empleo

1. Lead and oversee the month-end and year-end closing process, including the preparation and posting of journal entries, inter-company transactions and cross charges, ensuring accurate, complete and timely financial reporting in accordance with applicable accounting standards and Company policies.

2. Prepare, review and ensure timely reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies within established timelines.

3. Manage period-end closing activities for all assigned entities, ensuring compliance with the corporate closing timetable, reporting requirements and standardized closing checklist.

4. Prepare, review and analyze monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, management reports, cash flow statements, variance analyses and consolidated financial reports to support management decision-making.

5. Prepare and review tax computations, withholding tax computations, SST (where applicable) and other statutory tax submissions, ensuring timely and accurate payment and compliance with relevant tax regulations.

6. Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting and financial planning process by working closely with departmental heads to develop realistic budgets, financial projections and business performance targets.

7. Monitor budget performance against actual results, perform financial and operational variance analysis, identify trends and business risks, and provide recommendations for cost optimisation and profitability improvement.

8. Develop, implement and continuously enhance internal controls, accounting procedures and financial governance to safeguard Company assets, minimise financial risks and ensure compliance with internal policies and statutory requirements.

9. Support continuous process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to streamline accounting processes, improve reporting efficiency and optimise the use of SAP, ERP systems and other financial applications.

10. Ensure accurate maintenance of the General Ledger and financial records, including reviewing accounting transactions for completeness, accuracy and compliance with Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS).

11. Liaise and coordinate with external stakeholders, including auditors, tax agents, company secretaries, bankers, government authorities and regulatory bodies to ensure timely completion of audits, statutory filings, tax matters and regulatory compliance.

12. Support the Finance Manager / Financial Controller in financial reporting, management presentations, audit preparation, financial analysis and other finance initiatives.

13. Provide guidance, coaching and technical support to junior finance team members, promoting good accounting practices, compliance and continuous professional development.

14. Support the effective utilization of SAP and ERP systems by maintaining data integrity, participating in system enhancements or improvement projects, and assisting users in resolving finance-related system issues.

15. Keep abreast of changes in accounting standards, tax legislation and regulatory requirements, ensuring the Company's financial practices remain compliant with applicable laws and professional standards.

16. Perform any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Superior or Management from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• Professional qualification or membership with MIA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA or equivalent is an advantage.
• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in the manufacturing, food processing or FMCG industry.
• Hands-on experience with SAP or other ERP/accounting systems.
• Good knowledge of MFRS, Companies Act 2016, Malaysian taxation, SST, withholding tax and statutory compliance.
• Experience in financial closing, consolidation, budgeting, forecasting and external audit coordination.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting skills.
• Good analytical, numerical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Able to work independently, manage deadlines and handle multiple priorities.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High level of accuracy, integrity, accountability and attention to detail.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Internal: Finance team, departmental heads and relevant business units across the Group.
External: External auditors, tax agents, company secretaries, bankers, government authorities and other service providers.

Hernan Corporation is a reputable Manufacturer based in Malaysia and established in 1996. Our Company markets and distributes products to Australia, New Zealand, UK, New York and recently expanded to EU countries, Hong Kong & China. We emerged quickly as an industry leader in supplying best quality Durian fruit & foodstuff products to customers. Managed by the owners, every employee works as a team and focused on meeting challenges of evolving consumer preference.

We operate a group of well established Food Manufacturing facilities producing a range of quality Durian Dessert & Bakery products. Durian is widely known and revered in Southeast Asia as the “King of Fruits”.

Hernan Corporation is a reputable Manufacturer based in Malaysia and established in 1996. Our Company markets and distributes products to Australia, New Zealand, UK, New York and recently expanded to EU countries, Hong Kong & China. We emerged quickly as an industry leader in supplying best quality Durian fruit & foodstuff products to customers. Managed by the owners, every employee works as a team and focused on meeting challenges of evolving consumer preference.

We operate a group of well established Food Manufacturing facilities producing a range of quality Durian Dessert & Bakery products. Durian is widely known and revered in Southeast Asia as the “King of Fruits”.