SrAccountant/Assistant Manager (Based in Bayan Lepas)

Job Responsibilities

• Support financial period end close activities and financial reporting;
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and yearly forecasts/budget and analysis;
• Fixed assets register to be maintained accurately including depreciation computation, fixed assets tagging, etc;
• Manage tax compliance and tax planning activities such as provision of monthly income tax, deferred tax computation, etc;
• Lead and support implementation of e-invoicing project with clear timeline and project charter to ensure successful implementation;
• Manage external reporting, such as statutory reporting, central bank, statistics, etc;
• Ensure cash book and bank reconciliation to be maintained and performed on timely basis;
• Liaise with auditors (internal & external), bankers, tax agents, company secretary and other statutory bodies/authorities as and when the need arises;
• Summarizes current financial status by collecting information; preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement, Cash flow statement and other reports;
• Work closely with the production team to analyze and manage product costing. Ensure accurate cost allocation, monitor cost variances, and provide insights to optimize production costs.
• Secures financial information by completing data base backups;
• Maintains financial security by following internal controls policy;
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed; and
• Support and initiate business process improvement (Lean) initiatives.

Requirements

• Candidate must possess a Degree in Accounting, Professional Certificate or equivalent in Accounting;
• At least 5 years of financial and accounting experience, preferably gained from multinational companies and audit firm. Strong knowledge in Accounting Standards is essential;
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office and Accounting software;
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision;
• Applicants should possess good communication skills, can contribute as a team player and able to handle multitasking duties as assigned;