Accounts Manager

Job Summary

The Accounts Manager oversees the Group’s financial and accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, statutory compliance, effective internal controls and smooth accounting operations. The role also leads the Accounts team and provides financial analysis and insights to support Management’s decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee financial and accounting matters for the Group of Companies in Malaysia.
• Prepare and review monthly management reports, financial analysis and full sets of accounts.
• Review financial performance and provide recommendations to Management.
• Manage year-end closing and financial reporting at subsidiary level.
• Ensure proper and accurate accounting records are maintained.

2. Audit & Taxation

• Liaise with external auditors, tax agents and professional advisers.
• Coordinate annual audit activities and provide required supporting documents.
• Follow up on audit and tax matters and ensure timely resolution.

3. Statutory & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure timely submission and payment of statutory and regulatory obligations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, financial regulations and internal policies.
• Monitor changes in accounting, tax and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain proper documentation for audit and compliance purposes.

4. Accounting Operations & Controls

• Oversee daily accounting operations and ensure transactions are accurately recorded.
• Review accounting entries, postings, allocations and reconciliations.
• Ensure timely reconciliation of bank accounts and ledgers.
• Maintain and improve accounting controls and procedures.
• Identify financial risks and recommend appropriate controls.

5. Team Management

• Lead, guide and supervise the Accounts team.
• Plan and allocate work to ensure timely completion of accounting activities.
• Review team output for accuracy and compliance.
• Coach and develop Accounts staff.
• Monitor team performance and identify training needs.

6. Management Support

• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support business decisions.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial planning when required.
• Support improvements to accounting processes and systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, MIA or equivalent is an advantage.
• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably with managerial or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of full-set accounting, financial reporting, audit, taxation and statutory compliance.
• Proven experience in managing and developing an Accounts team.
• Good knowledge of Malaysian accounting and statutory requirements.
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and time-management skills.
• Able to work independently and manage multiple deadlines effectively.

Key Competencies

• Financial & Accounting Management
• Financial Analysis & Reporting
• Audit & Tax Management
• Statutory Compliance
• Internal Controls
• Team Leadership
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
• Communication & Stakeholder Management
• Attention to Detail