ACCOUNTANT

Key Responsibilities

·        Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records, ensuring the integrity of the general ledger and full set of accounts.

·        Prepare timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, management reports, and financial analysis.

·        Compile, analyse, and present financial information to management, highlighting key trends, variances, and recommendations.

·        Manage the full accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring timely processing of invoices, payments, collections, and reconciliations.

·        Monitor daily sales, purchases, operating expenses, and cash flow to support efficient financial operations.

·        Prepare bank, cash, supplier, customer, and balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring all discrepancies are investigated and resolved promptly.

·        Prepare budgets, cash flow forecasts, and financial projections to support business planning and strategic decision-making.

·        Process payroll and ensure timely submission of statutory payments and regulatory filings, where applicable.

·        Prepare tax computations and coordinate with external auditors, tax agents, bankers, company secretaries, and regulatory authorities during audits and compliance matters.

·        Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax regulations, company policies, and statutory requirements.

·        Establish, maintain, and monitor effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial accuracy.

·        Provide financial guidance and accounting support to management and operational teams by responding to financial enquiries and recommending process improvements.

·        Supervise, mentor, and review the performance of the accounting team, ensuring work is completed accurately and within deadlines.

·        Ensure all supplier invoices, delivery orders, and supporting documents are properly verified, recorded, and filed in a timely manner.

·        Assist management with ad hoc financial analysis, reporting, and special projects as assigned.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

·        Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

·        Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CIMA, ICAEW, MIA) is an added advantage.

·        Minimum 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably handling full set of accounts.

·        Experience in the retail, jewellery, manufacturing, or trading industry is preferred.

·        Strong knowledge of Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS), taxation, SST, and statutory compliance.

·        Proficient in accounting software (e.g., SQL Accounting, Jemisys, or similar ERP systems).

·        Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.

·        Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial reporting skills with excellent attention to detail.

·        Experience in budgeting, cash flow management, financial forecasting, and inventory accounting.

·        Ability to prioritise multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently with minimal supervision.

·        Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.

·        High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to maintaining confidentiality of financial information.

·        Proficient in both English and Bahasa Malaysia; proficiency in Mandarin is an added advantage to communicate with Mandarin-speaking customers, suppliers, and business associates.