Accountant - Marine Logistics Industry

Job scope:

Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Prepare timely and accurate monthly financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.
• Analyse financial performance and provide explanations for significant variances and business activities.
• Prepare and monitor Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) ageing reports.
• Prepare monthly cash flow reports and monitor the company's cash position.
• Maintain the fixed assets register, including asset acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation.
• Process and reconcile intercompany transactions and recharge arrangements.
• Prepare SST reconciliations and ensure timely submission of SST returns in compliance with Malaysian tax regulations.
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all financial reports, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with the Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS) and company accounting policies.

Finance Operations

• Manage the day-to-day finance and accounting operations.
• Coordinate and participate in periodic stock takes and inventory reconciliations.
• Ensure accurate inventory records and proper accounting treatment of inventory transactions.
• Support the Finance Manager in coordinating daily finance activities and ensuring reporting deadlines are met.
• Maintain effective internal controls and ensure compliance with company policies and financial procedures.

Financial Closing & Audit

• Prepare monthly closing journals, schedules, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support the month-end and year-end financial closing process to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation for external audits.
• Liaise with external auditors, bankers, tax agents, company secretary, and relevant statutory authorities, including LHDN and SSM, on finance-related matters.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, taxation, and regulatory requirements.

Business Support & Continuous Improvement

• Provide financial analysis and insights to support management decision-making.
• Review accounting processes and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and strengthen internal controls.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, productivity improvements, and operational efficiencies.
• Participate in finance system enhancements and implementation projects to support business growth and operational requirements.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to improve financial processes and support business initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA (Malaysia), CAANZ, ICAEW, or equivalent is an advantage.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a trading, distribution, logistics, or manufacturing environment.
• Good knowledge of MFRS, SST, and Malaysian statutory and tax requirements.
• Experience in month-end closing, external audit coordination, and inventory accounting.