World Mode Malaysia Hiring! Full Time Accounting Executive (Japanese Speaking) in Federal Territory - Ricebowl

Location: NU Sentral, KL Sentral, Kuala Lumpur

Salary: From RM5,500 (Negotiable based on experience and capabilities)

Working Hours: Monday – Friday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

We are hiring on behalf of our client, an established international retail company with operations in Malaysia and Singapore, reporting to its headquarters in Japan. We are seeking an experienced Accounting Executive with strong hands-on expertise in full-set accounting, financial reporting, and IFRS to manage accounting operations across both entities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-set accounting, including month-end and year-end closing, financial statements, and reporting.
• Prepare financial reports in compliance with applicable accounting standards, including IFRS/MFRS and JGAAP reporting requirements.
• Prepare and present financial reports in Japanese to Japan headquarters and management.
• Coordinate financial reporting and consolidation schedules for Malaysia and Singapore entities.
• Manage cash flow, bank transactions, fund management, and budgeting activities.
• Monitor financial performance, conduct variance analysis, and provide financial insights to management.
• Liaise with external accountants, tax agents, auditors, and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting while supporting management decision-making.

Requirements

• Strong hands-on experience in full-set accounting, including independently managing closing activities and preparing financial statements.
• Solid practical knowledge of IFRS/MFRS, with the ability to independently interpret and apply accounting standards.
• Japanese language proficiency equivalent to JLPT N3–N2 or above, with the ability to read, write, speak, and present financial information effectively in Japanese. JLPT certification is not mandatory.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting.
• Good command of English, with strong communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage accounting responsibilities across multiple entities.
• Experience in JGAAP reporting, consolidation, and retail accounting will be an added advantage.
• Professional accounting qualifications such as ACCA or CPA are advantageous.

Salary & Benefits

• Basic Salary: From RM5,500 per month, negotiable based on experience and capabilities.
• Experienced candidates with salary expectations of RM10,000 or above are welcome to apply, subject to suitability.
• Meal Allowance: RM200/month
• Transport Allowance: RM100/month
• Performance-based annual bonus (approximately one month's salary)
• Medical insurance upon confirmation
• Annual Leave: 14–16 days
• Birthday Leave: 1 day upon confirmation
• 5-day workweek (Monday to Friday)

If you have strong technical accounting expertise and the ability to communicate effectively with Japanese stakeholders, we'd love to hear from you!