Hiring! Full Time ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT MANAGER in WP Kuala Lumpur, Earn up to MYR 8,000 - Ricebowl

Job Requirements (JR)

Education

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting experience.

• Experience in a supervisory or senior accounting role is preferred.

• Experience in the automotive, dealership, retail, or service industry is an advantage.

• Experience handling full sets of accounts is preferred.

Technical Skills

• Good knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.

• Familiar with AP, AR, GL, bank reconciliation, and month-end closing.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.

• Experience with accounting systems/ERP is an advantage.

• Good understanding of Malaysian taxation and statutory requirements.

Personal Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Able to supervise and guide junior accounting staff.

• Able to work independently and meet deadlines.

• Responsible, trustworthy, and able to handle confidential information.

• Strong organisational and time-management skills.

• Able to work in a fast-paced business environment.

Language

• Good command of English and Bahasa Malaysia.

• Mandarin is an added advantage.

Job Description (JD)

Position Overview

The Accounts Assistant Manager is responsible in managing the company’s accounting operations, financial records, reporting, and daily finance activities. The role ensures accurate and timely accounting transactions, proper documentation, compliance with statutory requirements, and effective internal financial controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the daily accounting operations of the company.

• Supervise and guide Accounts Executives, Accounts Assistants, and other accounting support staff.

• Review and verify accounting entries, invoices, payment vouchers, receipts, and supporting documents.

• Manage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) activities.

• Ensure timely processing of customer payments, supplier payments, staff claims, and other financial transactions.

• Monitor customer outstanding balances and follow up on overdue accounts.

• Manage in monthly closing activities and preparation of management accounts.

• Prepare and review monthly financial reports, schedules, and accounting reconciliations.

• Perform bank reconciliation and ensure discrepancies are investigated and resolved promptly.

• Manage in monitoring dealership-related transactions, including vehicle sales, deposits, registrations, insurance, financing, accessories, and after-sales/service transactions.

• Coordinate with Sales, Sales Admin, Service, Parts, HR, and other departments on accounting and payment matters.

• Ensure proper documentation and filing of accounting records.

• Manage cash flow monitoring and payment planning.

• Manage the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial analysis when required.

• Deal with audit preparation and provide requested accounting documents to external auditors.

• Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, company secretary, banks, and relevant authorities when required.

• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax requirements, and company financial policies.

• Manage in the preparation and submission of statutory payments and reports, including payroll-related statutory contributions where applicable.

• Identify accounting discrepancies, control weaknesses, and process improvement opportunities.

• Maintain confidentiality of company financial and employee information.

• Perform other accounting and finance duties assigned by management.

Key Performance Areas (KPI)

• Accuracy and timeliness of accounting transactions

• Timely monthly closing and reporting

• Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable management

• Bank and ledger reconciliation accuracy

• Reduction of overdue customer balances

• Compliance with accounting and statutory requirements

• Proper documentation and internal controls

• Team supervision and productivity

• Quality and timeliness of management reports

• Annual Leave
• Medical and Hospitalisation Leave
• EPF
• SOCSO
• EIS