Accounting Head

Job Description : ACCOUNTING HEAD MALAYSIA An established Malaysian based organisation has a Head of Accounting job for a high-calibre talent. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will oversee an established accounting team and handle the financial reporting for its local and overseas subsidiaries. About the Head of Accounting Role: In this position, you will lead and direct the Accounting team’s activities mainly by reviewing financial transactions and reports, to ensure financial statements and timely and accurate. Key Responsibilities: · Oversee the maintenance of accounting records to ensure accurate presentation, timely reporting to management and holding company for decision-making, and compliance with statutory requirements and financial covenants · Monitor the performance of the existing Accounting ERP Systems, e.g. accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, etc. to ensure smooth flow of processes · Strategise on all the net excess operating cash flow and drive the spending and utilisation of maintenance and heavy repairs budget in order to ensure the equity value is retained within the company · Act as the key liaison on all financial, income tax and GST matters and co-ordinate with all the finance personnel as a consolidated voice for submission of application/appeal to government agencies e.g. tax authority, custom for GST or Malaysian Accounting Standard Board To succeed in this Head of Accounting role, you will need to demonstrate strong understanding of the accounting concepts, relevant rules and standards. Key Requirements: · Degree in Accounting, Professional member of ACCA/ICAEW or other of equivalent · At least 10 years’ working experience in the accounting field of a computerised accounting environment, with a minimum of five years’ experience in a managerial position · Computer literate, have a good understanding of a computerised accounting environment, have sufficient knowledge on Malaysian taxation, and managerial skills · Experienced in the implementation of Oracle ERP systems, GST-compliant accounting system, and financial system migration (general ledger, accounts payable and accounts receivable)

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