Accounting & Administration Manager

About the role

We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Accounting & Administration Manager to take overall responsibility for the Company's finance, accounting and administration functions in Malaysia. The role covers full-set accounting, taxation, audit, statutory compliance, corporate secretarial matters, administration, financial reporting and team management, with regular reporting to the Regional Office and H.I.S. Group Headquarters in Japan.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the Company's overall accounting and finance operations, including full-set accounts, AP, AR, general ledger, banking, cash flow and month-end closing.
• Prepare and review monthly management accounts, financial statements, budgets, forecasts and financial analysis.
• Oversee corporate taxation, SST and other applicable tax matters, including liaising with LHDN, tax agents and other advisers.
• Manage the annual statutory audit, including coordination with external auditors and follow-up on audit matters.
• Ensure compliance with Malaysian statutory, accounting and corporate requirements, including coordination with the appointed Company Secretary.
• Coordinate corporate and statutory matters involving local and foreign directors, including Board resolutions, statutory records and required filings.
• Oversee general administration matters, including office administration, company facilities, insurance, licences, contracts and other administrative requirements, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports to the Regional Office and Group Headquarters in Japan in accordance with Group requirements and deadlines.
• Maintain effective financial controls, accounting policies and procedures, and identify areas for improvement and risk mitigation.
• Lead, supervise and develop the accounting team, including work allocation, review, coaching, training and performance management.

About you

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline; ACCA, CPA, MIA or equivalent qualification is an advantage.
• 5-8 years of relevant accounting experience, with proven experience in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian accounting, taxation and statutory requirements.
• Hands-on experience in full-set accounting, audit and financial reporting.
• Experience dealing with auditors, tax agents, LHDN and Company Secretaries.
• Experience in regional reporting or a multinational/group environment is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage and develop a team.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.
• High level of integrity, accuracy, ownership and ability to work independently.

About us

H.I.S. Travel (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd is a global travel and tourism group with regional and international operations, working closely with the Regional Office and H.I.S. Group Headquarters in Japan.