Xepa-Soul Pattinson (Malaysia) Hiring! Full Time Accountant in Melaka - Ricebowl

Job Outline:

Responsible for financial reporting, accounting operations and compliance activities, including month-end closing, management reporting, tax matters, budgeting, and process improvement to support accurate financial information and business decision-making.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare timely month-end, quarter-end and year-end financial closing and management reports.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of accounting transactions and group reporting in the ERP system.
• Monitor P&L performance and ensure compliance with MFRS, SST, tax and statutory requirements.
• Review supplier invoices, verify sales commissions, and perform credit control, debt recovery and account reconciliations.
• Manage intercompany transactions, reconciliations and support group consolidation.
• Prepare SST/GST reconciliations, tax computations and statutory submissions.
• Perform cash flow planning and support budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis.
• Coordinate annual inventory counts and support inventory and asset management.
• Review and improve accounting procedures, internal controls and financial processes.
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents and regulatory authorities on finance-related matters.
• Support ISO compliance, audit readiness and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform ad-hoc assignments as required by Management.

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline. Professional accounting qualification (e.g., MIA membership) is an advantage.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in an audit or manufacturing environment.
• Good knowledge of MFRS, SST, tax regulations and statutory requirements.
• Experience with ERP systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical skills, meticulous with good attention to detail.
• Able to work independently, manage deadlines and demonstrate strong integrity and accountability.
• Good interpersonal, communication and leadership skills.