SENIOR FINANCE EXECUTIVE (JB/KL) [Job Code 2607118A]
Responsibilities:
- General Accounting & Bookkeeping
- Maintain accurate general ledger records in accordance with accounting standards.
- Prepare and post journal entries for monthly closing activities.
- Ensure timely reconciliation of bank accounts, and other ledgers.
- Accounts Payable (AP) & Receivables (AR)
- Oversee processing of supplier invoices, purchase orders, and payment cycles.
- Monitor accounts receivables, issue invoices, and follow up on outstanding payments.
- Reconcile customer and supplier accounts regularly to ensure accuracy.
- Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Assist in the preparation of monthly and annual financial reports.
- Compile cost and expense reports related to projects and operations.
- Project & Job Costing
- Track and report on expenses by project or job site, including materials, labor, and subcontractor costs.
- Collaborate with project managers to ensure accurate cost allocation and timely billing.
- Identify discrepancies and investigate variances between estimated and actual costs.
- Taxation & Statutory Compliance
- Prepare and file statutory tax submissions (e.g., SST, income tax, withholding tax) in compliance with local regulations.
- Maintain updated knowledge of tax laws and liaise with tax consultants or authorities as needed.
- Ensure compliance with relevant accounting and regulatory standards (e.g.: MFRS, SSM).
- Internal Controls & Audit Support
- Enforce company policies and internal control procedures across accounting activities.
- Assist in external audit preparations, providing required documentation and clarifications.
- Team Support & Cross-Department Collaboration
- Provide guidance and support to junior accounts staff.
- Coordinate with procurement, HR, and project teams to ensure smooth financial operations.
- Support the Senior Finance Manager in ad hoc projects and reporting tasks.
- ERP & Software Utilization
- Use accounting software for day-to day transactions and reporting.
- Ensure accurate data entry and system maintenance to support financial accuracy and reporting.
Requirements:
- Education & Certification:
- Possess a recognized Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
- Professional certificate (e.g.: ACCA, CPA, CIMA) is an added advantage.
- Experience:
- Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience in accounting, preferably in construction, engineering, or project-based industries.
- Hand-on experience in general ledger maintenance, account reconciliation, AR/AR, and project costing.
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills:
- Able to communicate effectively across departments and with external stakeholders.
- Good command of English and Bahasa Malaysia, both spoken and written, proficiency in Mandarin is an added advantage.
- Team & Leadership Attributes:
- Self-motivated, able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Team-Oriented with the ability to mentor junior team members and support collective goals.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate and build relationship at all levels.
EA Licence No: 22C1055
EA Personnel Registration No: R2095104
