Senior Finance Executive

Ledgen Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading corporate services provider in Malaysia is seeking an Assistant Account Executive for a 6-month contract role based in Johor Bahru. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of relevant accounting experience, ideally in NGOs or multinational environments, and possess advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Responsibilities include processing invoices, conducting compliance checks, and preparing month-end financial reports. Join a dynamic team that supports various businesses with tailored financial solutions.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in NGOs or multinational organizations.
• Team player with strong stakeholder management skills.
• Able to prioritize and operate under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and staff expense claims accurately.
• Conduct financial policy compliance checks across invoices and contracts.
• Prepare month-end journal entries and assist in producing financial statements.

Skills

Knowledge of AP and payment processing

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Strong communication skills

Proactive approach

Team player with integrity

Education

ACCA Level 2

Diploma in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Business Central

Job description

We are LEDGEN, Asia’s leading Corporate Services Provider and Outsourced Services, with offices located in Malaysia, Singapore and Hong Kong.

We specialize in compliance services, offering extensive corporate services solutions designed to support our clients and help them thrive. We proudly stand as a symbol of progress and innovation, ushering in a new era of distinguished partnerships and a fresh approach to regional corporate solutions in Singapore and Asia.

Our core services include Corporate Secretarial and Company Incorporation, Accounting services, Tax, HR and Payroll services.

We work hand-in-hand with our clients, including multinational corporations as well as local businesses, equipping them with the necessary foresight, agility, and accuracy to solidify their leadership positions in the world’s fastest-growing economies.

This is a 6 month contract role, to be based in Johore.

Qualifications & experience

ACCA Level 2 / CAT / Diploma in Accounting or equivalent.

4+ years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in NGOs, multinational organisations, or donor‑funded environments.

Strong knowledge of AP, payment processing, staff claims, and internal control requirements.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Experience with Microsoft Business Central is an advantage.

Team player with integrity and a proactive approach.

Able to prioritise and operate under tight deadlines

Team player with strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Tasks & responsibilities

Accounts Payable & Staff Claims:

Process supplier invoices and staff expense claims with accurate coding to chart of accounts and project codes.

Verify supporting documents for completeness and compliance with WWF finance policies.

Prepare and execute payment runs accurately and on schedule.

Liaise with vendors and staff to resolve invoice, claim, and payment discrepancies.

Maintain proper documentation and filing for audit readiness.

Compliance Checks & Internal Control Assurance:

Conduct financial policy compliance checks across invoices, contracts, claims, and reimbursements.

Identify non‑compliance issues and follow up with relevant stakeholders.

Ensure internal controls are consistently applied in accordance with WWF Singapore’s policies.

Support process enhancements to strengthen internal controls.

Month‑End Closing & Reporting Support:

Prepare month‑end journal entries related to AP, accruals, prepayments, and staff reimbursements.

Assist in producing an accurate monthly trial balance, income statement, balance sheet, and reconciliation schedules.

Reconcile AP, advances and other assigned balance sheet accounts.

Support cashflow monitoring and monthly bank reconciliations.

Other Responsibilities:

Support the Finance Manager in reviewing, improving, and updating finance SOPs.

Assist in statutory audit, internal audit, and donor audit preparation.

Support retrieval and preparation of audit documentation.

Coordinate with outsourced finance vendor on month‑end tasks, reconciliations, and documentation requirements.

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Application questions

1. Which of the following accounting tasks are you familiar with?
2. Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
3. Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
4. What's your expected monthly basic salary?
5. How many years' experience do you have as an Assistant Account Executive?
6. Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?
7. Which of the following accounting software are you experienced with?
8. Which of the following languages are you fluent in?

We are LEDGEN and Asia’s leading Corporate Services Provider, specializing in compliance and comprehensive corporate solutions. Our mission is to forge partnerships that drive growth in Asia’s dynamic market. We support multinational corporations and local businesses with foresight, agility, and accuracy to solidify their leadership positions.

Ledgen is a Singapore based professional firm that was founded in 2003. As a Group, we operate regionally with direct presence in Malaysia and Hong Kong, and in other parts of Asia through our affiliates and partners.

Ledgen provides customised solutions for start-ups, SMEs, and also complex outsourcing solutions for MNCs and large corporations

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