Staff Accountant – Payroll, Closing & Reporting

Baker Tilly Monteiro Heng PLT; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly Monteiro Heng PLT in Kuala Lumpur seeks an Accounting Associate to support daily accounting tasks, journal entries, and client engagements. You will help prepare records, reconciliations, and monthly/annual closings while assisting with payroll processing and SST/MBRS reporting.

The ideal candidate holds a recognized accounting degree with 1–3 years' experience, strong analytical skills, and fluency in English. A collaborative environment and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Recognized university degree and/or relevant professional qualification in Accounting, Finance or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Strong technical ability with good interpersonal and leadership qualities.
• Team player with strong sense of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing accounting records, journal entries, and supporting schedules.
• Perform bank, debtor, and creditor reconciliations.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Assist in preparing financial reports in line with relevant standards.
• Assist in monthly payroll processing and reconciliation of payroll information.
• Support cash flow monitoring and basic budgeting tasks.
• Support SST-related tasks and MBRS reporting as required.
• Provide accounting and administrative support during secondment assignments.
• Assist with client onboarding and maintain documentation.
• Support ad hoc tasks to ensure smooth outsourcing services.

Skills

Accounting

Bank Reconciliation

Month-end Close

Payroll

Education

Bachelor degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Baker Tilly Monteiro Heng PLT in Kuala Lumpur seeks an Accounting Associate to support daily accounting tasks, journal entries, and client engagements. You will help prepare records, reconciliations, and monthly/annual closings while assisting with payroll processing and SST/MBRS reporting.

The ideal candidate holds a recognized accounting degree with 1–3 years' experience, strong analytical skills, and fluency in English. A collaborative environment and growth opportunities are offered.