Accounts Manager Assistant Manager

About our Client

Our client is a prominent premier property developer in Malaysia, renowned for creating award-winning, large-scale waterfront townships and high-end residential communities. They are dedicated to delivering sustainable, lifestyle-centric developments that integrate modern architecture with lush, natural landscapes.

The Accounts Manager / Assistant Manager will oversee the full spectrum of accounting and financial operations, with a specific focus on project accounting and statutory compliance. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role ensures rigorous cost control for development projects and maintains high standards of financial reporting in accordance with Malaysian standards.

• Financial Management: Lead the timely closing of accounts and prepare comprehensive monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for Management and Board review.
  

• Project Accounting: Monitor project costing, development expenditures, and progress billings while collaborating with Project and Contract teams to manage budgets.
  

• Treasury & Cash Flow: Manage company cash flow, monitor loan drawdowns, and liaise with financial institutions regarding project financing and repayments.
  

• Compliance & Audit: Ensure strict adherence to MFRS and the Companies Act, serving as the primary liaison for external auditors, tax agents, and relevant authorities.
  

• Budgeting & Analysis: Develop annual budgets and financial forecasts, providing analytical insights to support strategic financial planning and cost control.
  

• Operational Oversight: Supervise the accounts team and manage accounts payable/receivable, ensuring accurate payments to contractors and timely collection from purchasers.
  

• Process Improvement: Enhance internal control systems and accounting procedures to improve efficiency and maintain meticulous financial documentation.
  
  

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance. Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CPA, or MIA membership are highly advantageous.
  

• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in financial accounting, with at least 3 years specifically within the Property Development sector.
  

• Technical Knowledge: Well-versed in Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS), tax regulations (SST), and statutory requirements.
  

• System Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel); experience with IFCA software is a significant plus.
  

• Soft Skills: Strong analytical thinking, high integrity, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
  

• Communication: Excellent numerical skills and the ability to present complex financial data clearly to senior management.