Job Description:-
We are seeking a detail-oriented and responsible Accounts & Administrative Assistant to support the Finance and Accounts team in managing day-to-day accounting operations. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience with Oracle NetSuite, MYOB, and other accounting/ERP systems, together with a good understanding of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, bank reconciliation, financial reporting, and audit processes.
Candidates with a background or previous working experience in Audit will have an added advantage, particularly in financial documentation, account reconciliation, internal controls, compliance, and preparation of audit schedules.
Key Responsibilities:-
- Handle daily accounting transactions and maintain complete and accurate financial records.
- Process Accounts Payable (AP) transactions, including supplier invoices, payment preparation, and supplier statement reconciliation.
- Manage Accounts Receivable (AR) activities, including invoice preparation, receipt allocation, customer reconciliation, and payment follow-up.
- Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations and investigate any discrepancies.
- Assist with General Ledger (GL) entries, journal postings, accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Record and maintain accounting transactions using Oracle NetSuite, MYOB, and other accounting/ERP systems.
- Assist in month-end and year-end closing, ensuring transactions and reconciliations are completed accurately and within deadlines.
- Prepare supporting schedules, account reconciliations, and financial reports for management review.
- Assist in preparing audit schedules, supporting documents, reconciliations, and financial information required by internal and external auditors.
- Liaise with auditors and respond to audit queries by providing appropriate supporting documentation and explanations.
- Apply audit knowledge to identify unusual transactions, discrepancies, documentation gaps, and potential control weaknesses.
- Support the Finance team in maintaining and improving internal controls, accounting procedures, and compliance processes.
- Ensure invoices, receipts, payment vouchers, credit notes, journal vouchers, and other supporting documents are properly recorded, authorized, and filed.
- Assist in monitoring outstanding receivables and following up on overdue accounts.
- Support the preparation of management reports and other financial information as required.
- Liaise with suppliers, customers, banks, auditors, and internal departments regarding accounting and finance matters.
- Assist with SST/tax-related documentation and other statutory or regulatory requirements, where applicable.
- Perform other accounting, finance, and administrative duties assigned by the Finance Manager or management.
Requirements:-
- Diploma, Degree, or professional qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Relevant working experience as an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Audit Assistant, Audit Associate, or similar position.
- Previous audit experience or background in an audit firm will be an added advantage.
- Hands-on experience with Oracle NetSuite and MYOB Accounting Software is preferred.
- Experience with other ERP/accounting systems will be an added advantage.
- Good understanding of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, journal entries, bank reconciliation, and month-end closing.
- Knowledge of audit procedures, financial documentation, internal controls, account reconciliation, and compliance requirements.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, PivotTables, and reconciliation worksheets.
- Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Able to identify discrepancies and investigate accounting issues independently.
- Able to maintain confidentiality when handling financial and company information.
- Good organizational and time-management skills.
- Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Able to work under deadlines, particularly during month-end, year-end, and audit periods.
Preferred Skills & Experience
Accounting Systems: Oracle NetSuite, MYOB, and other ERP/accounting software
Accounting: AP, AR, GL, journal entries, bank reconciliation, accruals, prepayments, and month-end closing
Audit: Audit schedules, supporting documentation, audit queries, internal controls, compliance, and account verification
Reporting: Account schedules, reconciliations, management reports, and audit support
Microsoft Office: Strong Microsoft Excel skills, Word, and Outlook
Core Competencies: Analytical thinking, attention to detail, accuracy, problem-solving, organization, communication, and ability to meet deadlines.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: RM2,500.00 - RM3,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for promotion
Work Location: In person