Accounts Executive
Hercules Engineering (SEA) Sdn Bhd | Sungai Buloh, Selangor
Job Summary
We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Executive to join our finance team. The successful candidate will manage day-to-day accounting operations, support month-end closing, and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in line with company policies and statutory requirements. This role is well-suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced engineering environment and enjoys working with numbers, processes, and cross-department coordination.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle full set of accounts, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries.
- Prepare and process invoices, payment vouchers, and bank reconciliations in a timely manner.
- Assist in month-end and year-end closing, including preparation of management reports.
- Monitor and follow up on outstanding payments and collections.
- Ensure compliance with statutory requirements (e.g., SST, income tax, EPF, SOCSO, EIS) and coordinate with auditors, tax agents, and company secretary as needed.
- Maintain proper filing and documentation of financial records for audit and compliance purposes.
- Support budgeting, cash flow monitoring, and cost control activities.
- Liaise with internal departments (procurement, HR, operations) to ensure smooth financial workflows.
- Assist with ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as required by management.
Required Skills
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and standard bookkeeping practices, with the ability to handle full spectrum accounts independently.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SQL Accounting, AutoCount, or similar) and Microsoft Excel.
- Working knowledge of progress claims and Bankers' Acceptance (BA), particularly within a construction/engineering billing context.
- Good numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Good communication skills in Bahasa Malaysia and English, both written and spoken.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a small finance team.
Bonus / Added Advantage
- Proficiency in using cloud-based accounting software is a bonus.
- Prior experience in debt recovery or collections is a plus.
- HBSC Net Experts is a bonus.
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum 2–3 years of relevant working experience, preferably within the construction or engineering industry.
- Familiarity with Malaysian tax and statutory compliance requirements is an advantage.
- Partial or full LCCI / ACCA / professional accounting qualification is a plus.
Location & Working Model
- Location: Sungai Buloh, Selangor (on-site)
- Working Model: On-site, full-time
- Working Hours: Standard office hours, Monday to Friday
Why Join Us (Employee Value Proposition) At Hercules Engineering (SEA) Sdn Bhd, you'll be part of a stable and established engineering company where your work directly supports the smooth running of real, tangible projects. We offer:
- A supportive finance team environment with room to grow your accounting expertise
- Exposure to full-cycle accounting within a specialized engineering business
- Stable, long-term career opportunities
- A collaborative workplace where your accuracy and diligence are genuinely valued