About the role:
We are looking for a Finance Assistant to become the finance lead within our Mont Kiara, Kuala Lumpur office. Based in Mont Kiara, Kuala Lumpur office.
You will join a small and growing team and report directly to the International Financial Controller.
The role will support the International Financial Controller across the day-to-day financial operations of the business and help ensure the smooth and accurate running of finance activities throughout the APAC region. Applicable for candidates currently based in Malaysia.
Key responsibilities
- Process and manage accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
- Reconcile bank statements.
- Prepare data for monthly and quarterly bordereaux reports.
- Assist with the preparation of management accounts and other internal financial reports as required.
- Monitor and account for deferred revenue.
- Support budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management activities.
- Assist with finance compliance matters, including audit, corporate tax, SST, e-Invoicing and other applicable requirements.
- Maintain accurate and properly organised financial records and documentation.
- Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders on finance-related queries.
- Support the International Financial Controller with ad-hoc tasks and projects as required.
What we are looking for
- Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a finance-related role.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to work independently and effectively, prioritise workload, manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
- Experience using Xero accounting software is preferred.