Accountant / Accounts Officer / Accounts Executive

Accountant / Accounts Officer / Accounts Executive

About the role

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Accountant / Accounts Officer / Accounts Executive to join our growing finance team at Cescotechnologies Sdn Bhd in Johor Bahru, Johor. This is a full-time position that will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring timely reporting to support the company's overall operations and strategic objectives.

What you'll be doing

• Preparing and processing financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries
• Reconciling bank statements and other financial accounts on a regular basis
• Ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards, policies, and procedures
• Providing support to the finance team and other departments as needed
• Identifying opportunities for process improvements and implementing efficient accounting practices
• Responsible for timely and accurate month-end and year-end report closing and other accounting documents.
• Ensure the preparation of monthly accounts & financial reports in a timely and accurate manner and in accordance with statutory requirements.
• Handle full sets of accounts and statutory reports independently with minimal supervision.
• Responsible for the full spectrum of accounting and financing functions of the assigned entity (include maintaining of the accounting system, preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, GL, AR, AP, and financial policies and regulations).
• Assist in budget forecast, and financial analysis on P&L and balance sheet.
• Coordinate and liaise with external parties i.e external auditors, tax agents, corporate secretarial agents, local tax, and government authorities where required.
• Responsible for project implementations and system upgrades to comply with new operational or legal requirements.
• Take charge of tax matters, including preparation of tax computation, tax estimates, timely GST/SST filing, and ensuring a timely and effective level of tax compliance in accordance with relevant legislation.
• Assist in enhancement of the financial and management reporting system, internal control, policies, and procedures.

What we're looking for

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance
• At least 2-5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the Accounting or Financial Accounting & Reporting industry
• Proficient in using accounting software and Microsoft Office applications
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and attention to detail skills
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities
• Good communication and interpersonal skills