Accounts Officer (GL)

Key Job Purpose :

1. Ensure timely and accurate month-end closing activities, including financial reporting and account reconciliations.
2. Support the Finance Manager in maintaining the integrity of financial accounting records, statutory compliance, and financial reporting requirements.
3. Prepare and submit government surveys inaccordance with regulatory requirements.
4. Maintain tax-related schedules and prepare withholding tax (WHT) calculations and related documentation.

Summary of Functional Duties & Responsibilities:
Financial Closing & Reporting

1. Prepare and maintain prepayment schedules, and post related journal entries.
2. Analyse operating expenses and prepare accrual and reversal journal entries.
3. Prepare tax schedules upon completion of month-end closing.
4. Assist in the preparation and updating of Notes to the Financial Statements.
5. Review and ensure the accuracy of bank reconciliations.
6. Perform General Ledger (GL) foreign currency revaluation.
7. Calculate quarterly product warranty provisions and post the corresponding journal entries.
8. Prepare withholding tax (WHT) calculations and maintain supporting schedules.
9. Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations for assigned accounts and ensure timely resolution of outstanding items.

Controls & Compliance

1. Review employee expense claims and ad hoc payment requests for compliance with company policies.
2. Review stock disposal postings and ensure proper accounting treatment.
3. Review monthly production cycle count postings and investigate variances where applicable.
4. Monitor Goods-in-Transit (GIT) balance sheet accounts and follow up on outstanding balances.
5. Support compliance with J-SOX requirements by preparing and submitting the necessary documentation and data.
6. Prepare and submit government surveys through the relevant e-filing platforms.

Audit, Tax & Business Support

1. Assist the Finance Manager in extracting and analysing financial data for management reporting, tax matters, and business decision-making.
2. Support annual statutory audits by preparing audit schedules and providing required documentation to auditors.
3. Assist with system implementation and enhancement projects, including user acceptance testing (UAT), process changes, and issue resolution.

Process Improvement & Other Duties

1. Identify and implement opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and operational efficiency.
2. Support other finance-related activities as assigned, including inventory stock takes and fixed asset verification exercises.

Job Requirements:

• Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• ACCA (Partly Qualified, Level 1 or Level 2) or equivalent professional qualification.
• 1 to 3 years of experience in Financial Accounting or related finance functions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Experience with SAP ERP or equivalent accounting systems.
• Sound understanding of financial accounting principles and IFRS.
• Knowledge of financial reporting, tax compliance, and internal controls.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Basic project management and coordination capabilities.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Positive and proactive mindset.
• Open-minded and adaptable to change.
• Strong team player with collaborative working style.
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy and integrity.
• Committed to continuous learning and process improvement.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of J-SOX compliance requirements.
• Exposure to tax regulations, audit processes, and system implementation projects.
• Experience with business intelligence and financial data analysis tools.