ACCOUNT ASSISTANT

ACCOUNT ASSISTANT - Immediate Vacancy 
Kuching office (Occasionally to Site Office)

Job Purpose
Assist the Finance & Accounts Department in daily accounting operations, data entry, document verification, 
and financial reporting support. The role ensures accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with Malaysian 
Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS) and local statutory requirements.

Responsibilities:
 

• Financial Accounting & Data Entry
• Assist in preparing monthly financial reports and schedules
• Perform daily bookkeeping, including journal entries, bank reconciliations, and general ledger updates
• Support the maintenance of project accounting records
• Verify supplier invoices, payment vouchers, and supporting documents before posting
• Accounts Payable & Receivable
• Prepare supplier payment lists and assist in processing payments on schedule.
• Issue invoices to clients and monitor collections
• Record and reconcile accounts receivable and payable transaction
• Tax & Statutory Compliance
• Assist in preparing SST submissions, EPF/SOCSO/EIS records, and related statutory filings
• Maintain organized files for tax, audit, and compliance documentation
• Support the Accountant during year-end tax and audit exercises
• Project Accounting Support
• Track project expenses and update cost records against budgets
• Help prepare progress billing documents and retention schedules
• Update and reconcile project bank and petty cash accounts
• Occasionally travel to site to assist project account recording and update
• System & Process Support
• Use the company’s ERP/accounting software (AutoCount) for transaction processing
• Maintain digital and physical filing systems for accounting documents
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, company secretary, bankers, government agencies and other relevant parties
• Provide administrative and clerical support to the Office Administration team as required
• Assist on job duties assigned by superior from time to time

Requirements:
 

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 1–3 years of accounting experience (preferably in the construction or project-based industry)
• Familiarity with basic financial reporting and bookkeeping procedures
• Able to work independently
• Proficient in written and spoken Chinese, Bahasa Melayu and English
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (AutoCount)
• Basic understanding of MFRS principles and LHDN regulations
• Experience in handling JKR or CIDB project documentation

Core Competencies:
 

• Accuracy & Attention to Detail: Ensures correct data entry and documentation
• Accountability: Takes ownership of assigned accounting tasks and deadlines

Organization Skills: 

• Maintains systematic records and documentation
• Teamwork: Supports the Finance team and collaborates effectively
• Learning Agility: Willingness to learn and develop accounting knowledge