Accountant

This position plays a critical role in ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, effective cost control, and compliance with regulatory and group requirements.The incumbent will be responsible for overseeing management and statutory reporting, coordinating audits, managing inter-company transactions, and providing financial support across multiple sites. The role includes involvement in forecasting, budgeting and continuous improvement initiatives while working closely with plant and HQ teams to ensure smooth financial operations and performance tracking. This position requires strong coordination and reporting skills across business divisions. Main Job Responsibilities

Monthly, Quarterly Reporting and Analysis

Prepare, compile, and review monthly and quarterly management accounts and financial reports for internal stakeholders and regulators. Prepare KPI tracking, income statement trends, sales and contribution margin after depreciation analysis, manufacturing accounts, headcount and payroll cost analysis, and cash flow statements. Coordinate report compilation across report owners to ensure timely upload of reports into shared folders for compilation. Preparation of final accounts, financial statement, audit and tax; Preparation of Group Consolidation for BURSA reporting and monthly management accounts; Budgeting and Forecasting

Support preparation and consolidation of annual budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis. Assist in bonus reconciliation and comparison (actual vs. budget). Audit Support

Coordinate and prepare audit schedules including trial balances, detailed GL listings, RPT confirmation, income statements, and supporting disclosures. Handle audit requirements including foreign currency translation schedules. Regulatory and Group Reporting

Submit quarterly Cognos group reporting. Complete reports required by Department of Statistics Malaysia including monthly, annual, and ad-hoc manufacturing surveys. Process Improvement and Efficiency

Ensure financial practices comply with Group SOPs and internal control standards. Strong familiarity with accounting system operations, enabling effective report customization and analysis by cost blocks, item codes, and site. Intercompany and Balance Sheet Management

Reconcile intercompany balances and related party transactions. Perform balance sheet analysis and ensure timely monthly reconciliations Compliance and Internal Control

Ensure financial practices comply with Group SOPs and internal control standards such as 5S, ISO and HSE. Site Engagement and Coordination

Work closely with Plant Managers and site teams to monitor cost control, support operations, and ensure alignment with HQ reporting. Ad-Hoc and Special Projects

Participate in finance-related projects, system upgrades, and other duties as assigned. Education Level and Field of Study

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field Professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, CIMA, or equivalent) is preferred. Working Experience

Minimum 3 years of audit experience in Big 4 / reputable audit firm. Minimum 3 years of experience in financial and management reporting, including audit coordination and group reporting Experience in a manufacturing environment and multi-site operations is desirable. Technical and Professional Knowledge

Strong understanding of accounting principles and audit requirements. Proficient in Excel and accounting / reporting systems (experience with Cognos, AXAPTA and other ERP systems is an added advantage). Familiarity with regulatory reporting such as Department of Statistics Malaysia surveys. Certification / Licensing Requirements

Professional certification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CIMA,MIA) is preferred Personality Characteristics

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills Excellent organizational and coordination abilities Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy Able to work independently and collaboratively across teams Discreet and professional in handling sensitive information Proactive, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad.

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