Accounts Executive
Job Summary
The Accounts Executive / Senior Accounts Executive is responsible for handling the full spectrum of accounting functions, including AP, AR, GL, and bank reconciliations. The role involves preparing monthly management accounts, financial reports, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. The successful candidate will support budgeting, forecasting, and the improvement of accounting processes within a fast-paced food industry environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage full spectrum of accounting (AP, AR, GL)
- Prepare monthly management accounts and reports
- Ensure statutory and tax compliance
- Assist in month-end and year-end closing
Required Skills
- Accounting/Finance degree
- 2-5 years relevant experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Knowledge of Malaysian statutory requirements
Job Details
Job Responsibilities:
- Handle the full spectrum of accounting functions, including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), General Ledger (GL), and bank reconciliations.
- Prepare monthly management accounts, financial reports, and supporting schedules in a timely manner.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
- Ensure accounting records are accurate and maintained in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.
- Monitor cash flow, payments, collections, and account reconciliations.
- Prepare journal entries, accruals, and financial schedules.
- Liaise with auditors, tax agents, bankers, company secretaries, and relevant authorities.
- Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, including SST (where applicable), EPF, SOCSO, EIS, and other financial regulations.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls.
- Perform any other duties assigned by the Finance Manager or Management.
Job Requirements:
- Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 2 years of relevant accounting experience for Accounts Executive or 4–5 years of relevant accounting experience for Senior Accounts Executive.
- Experience in the F&B, Retail, FMCG, or Food Distribution industry is highly preferred.
- Experience in handling full sets of accounts, AP, AR, General Ledger (GL), bank reconciliations, and month-end closing.
- Good knowledge of Malaysian accounting standards and statutory requirements.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills with attention to detail.
- Able to work independently, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.