Senior Executive, Finance / Accountant

Private Advertiser; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A private firm in Johor Bahru is seeking an experienced finance/accounting professional to oversee financial reporting and ensure compliance with accounting standards. The role requires a Diploma/Degree in Finance/Accounting or relevant qualifications, and the ability to engage with operations. Candidates with experience in international accounting firms are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience or qualification in finance/accounting is essential.
• Preference for candidates with international accounting firm experience.
• Ability to engage with operations on accounting impacts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation of monthly financial reports.
• Perform financial analysis including costing and margin analysis.
• Assist in annual budget preparation and rolling forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.

Skills

Ability to grasp business logic

Knowledge in SAP or other ERP systems

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Hands-on and meticulous

Good analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to multi-task and work under pressure

Education

SPM with years of experience or Diploma/Degree in Finance/Accounting

Professional accounting qualification (ACCA/CPA/CIMA)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation of timely monthly financial and management reports.
• Perform analysis on monthly financials of business units, including detailed costing & margin analysis on product line.
• Oversee AR, GL, Costing functions and any accounting scope as assigned by the Manager.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budget and rolling forecasts.
• Actively engage with the operation team to discuss and provide advice (where appropriate) on issue with Accounting impact.
• Ensure effective financial control of operations by monitoring and overseeing the use of control systems, procedures and mechanisms.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, listing rules and other regulatory requirements.
• Maintain good effective relationships with external and internal auditors.

Education and Experience

• SPM with years of experience or Diploma/Degree in Finance/Accounting or a professional accounting qualification (ACCA/CPA/CIMA) or equivalent.
• Working experience in an international accounting firm and/or manufacturing environment is preferred.

Job-related Skills

• Ability to grasp business logic, and apply to accounting and operational situations.
• Knowledge in SAP or other ERP system is an added advantage.
• Good team player, possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact at all levels.
• Hands‑on, meticulous and keen eye for details.
• Good analytical and problem‑solving skills, ability to work independently.
• Ability to multi‑task and work under pressure.