Senior Accountant - Selangor

job description

About the company

• The oldest companies and its brand enjoys the rare distinction of being a market leader and household in many categories.


• Has present in 20 countries worldwide and established itself as a regional player

Duties & Responsibilities

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  Statutory Accounts

  
  
  1. Production of accurate monthly, quarterly and annual accounts to tight timetable. Including producing journals and performing reconciliations.
  
  
  2. With UK FD & FC, to investigate means to improve reporting timetable.
  
  
  3. Ensure maintenance of controls with particular reference to requirements of Sarbanes Oxley;
  
  
  4. Production of annual published accounts, ensuring compliance with all relevant Malaysian legislation; and deadlines.
  
  
  5. Liaison with company’s auditors.
  
  

  Management Accounts

  
  
  1. Provision of monthly accounts to strict and tight deadline;
  
  
  2. Analysis of expenditure to monitor forecast changes and investigate variances. This will require liaison with company management outside the Finance function;
  
  
  3. Developing the annual budget;
  
  
  4. Producing product cost analysis;
  
  
  5. Provision of forecasts as and when required and at short notice;
  
  
  6. Cash requirements forecasting.
  
  

  Tax

  
  
  1. Ensure accurate and timely submission of all Malaysian tax requirements;
  
  
  2. Review of all tax calculations made by external accountants. The accountant will need a basic understanding of Malaysian tax such as to be able to complete a the tax returns if so required;
  
  
  3. Preparation of monthly GST returns;
  
  
  4. Liaison with Malaysian tax advisors.
  
  
  5. Preparation and co-ordination of any withholding tax returns.
  
  

  Payroll

  
  
  1. Responsible for completion of payroll using proprietary package;
  
  
  2. Monitor and check payroll;
  
  
  3. Keep up to date with current pay and tax legislation.
  
  

Skills & Experience

• Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor Degree or Professional Degree in Finance/ Accountancy.


• At least 5 years of working experience in related field is required, preferably in FMCG industry.


• Managers specializing in commercial finance with knowledge in SAP is an added advantage.


• Able to multitask and interact across business functions and levels.


• Possess strong analytical skills, well organized with good attention on details

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link, quoting Ref No. 91M0077109 or responsible consultant, Nena Kassim