Junior Account Executive

About the role

This is an accounting support role focused on maintaining accurate financial records and supporting day-to-day finance department operations.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining accurate accounting records and supporting the day-to-day operations of the finance department
• Handle data entry and processing for Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), including generating invoices, processing payments, and assisting with collection follow-ups
• Perform routine reconciliations, including bank statements, supplier statements, and customer accounts
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes by preparing basic journal entries, tracking accruals, and compiling supporting schedules
• Maintain systematic filing and organized documentation for all accounting and financial transactions
• Learn and assist with statutory compliance and tax matters, including audit preparation, SST documentation, and e-Invoice implementation
• Perform effectively under pressure and meet tight monthly financial closing deadlines
• Perform other ad-hoc finance and accounting administrative duties assigned by the Finance Manager / Senior Executive / Executive

About you

• Education: Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent
• Fresh graduates are highly encouraged to apply; prior internship experience in accounting or finance is a strong advantage
• Proficiency in Mandarin (spoken and written) is mandatory to communicate with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders
• Good command of English; proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia is an added advantage
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles (debits, credits, and financial statements)
• Fast learner with a strong attention to detail and a proactive attitude
• Strong mindset to handle stress, work challenges, and tight timelines with a positive attitude
• Strong problem-solving skills and emotional maturity when dealing with difficult collections or urgent tasks
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., Yonyou, SQL, AutoCount, UBS) is a plus but training will be provided