Accountant

  • Kuala Selangor, Malaysia
  • Full-Time
  • On-Site

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate new business opportunities, investment proposals, and strategic projects.
  • Conduct market research, demographic analysis, income analysis, and feasibility studies to assess the financial viability of new projects.
  • Prepare financial analyses, investment papers, business cases, and management presentations to support strategic decision-making.
  • Analyze financial performance, identify business trends, and provide actionable recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
  • Review financial statements, management accounts, and cash flow projections to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable accounting standards.
  • Collaborate with Finance Managers and cross-functional teams to gather financial information, validate project assumptions, and ensure data integrity.
  • Prepare professional reports and presentation materials for senior management and stakeholders using Microsoft Office and AI-assisted tools.
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and investment evaluation activities.
  • Perform financial due diligence, risk assessments, and return-on-investment (ROI) analyses for strategic initiatives.
  • Undertake ad hoc financial and business analysis projects as assigned by management.


Qualification Requirement

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
  • Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, ICAEW, or equivalent is preferred

Experience

  • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Audit, Corporate Finance, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Financial Reporting, or Investment Analysis.
  • Experience in financial modelling, feasibility studies, budgeting, forecasting, and business case preparation.
  • Proven experience in financial statement analysis, management reporting, and analytical review.
  • Exposure to multiple industries is an added advantage.

Technical Competencies

  • Advanced Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, Lookup Functions, Financial Modelling)
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Financial Modelling & Business Valuation
  • Financial Statement Analysis
  • Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Investment & Feasibility Analysis
  • ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle, SQL, AutoCount, or equivalent)
  • Familiarity with AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot) for research and presentation development


Soft Skills

  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Excellent financial analysis and problem-solving abilities
  • Strong presentation and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
  • Effective stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
  • Leadership potential with experience coordinating teams and mentoring junior staff