Senior Accountant (independently manage full set accounts for a food processing startup) – based in Skudai Johor

About the company:

A fast-growing food processing startup based in Skudai Johor, specializing in high-quality dried foods. We manage the entire value chain from processing to wholesale distribution. As we expand, we offer a supportive, results-oriented environment where driven professionals can thrive.

About the role:

We are seeking an analytical Accountant to oversee our financial operations. In this role, you will ensure financial accuracy, drive strategic cost management, maintain regulatory compliance, and deliver actionable insights to executive leadership to fuel our ongoing expansion.

Key responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting: Manage full-set accounts (GL, AP/AR, fixed assets). Prepare and present accurate monthly and annual financial statements.
• Cost & Inventory Accounting: Determine Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), value inventory (raw materials, WIP, finished goods), and analyze production variances to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Cash Flow & Budgeting: Monitor cash flow projections, assist with annual budgeting, and oversee timely invoicing, collections, and vendor payments.
• Tax & Compliance: Oversee monthly payroll processing (EPF, SOCSO, EIS). Manage tax filings (including SST and corporate tax) and ensure strict compliance with MFRS/MPERS.
• Audit & Controls: Maintain robust internal controls and serve as the primary liaison for external auditors, tax agents, and company secretaries.
• Process Documentation: Maintain clear, written documentation (SOPs) for all routine accounting tasks and provide timely Situation Reports (Sit-reps) for ad-hoc assignments and financial issues.
• Strategic Analysis: Investigate financial discrepancies and deliver weekly and monthly financial performance dashboards to management.

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy/Finance,
• Experience: 5+ years of relevant accounting experience.
• Proficient in accounting software (such as AutoCount, Xero, etc.).
• Skills: Strong grasp of MFRS/MPERS and local tax regulations, advanced MS Excel proficiency, and sharp analytical capabilities.
• Attributes: Highly organized, detail-oriented, capable of independent work, and exercises high integrity with confidential data.

What We Offer:

• Salary range of RM 7,000 – RM 10,000.
• Strong commitment to work-life balance with predictable hours and no overtime culture.
• Clear, achievable performance targets.
• Direct avenues for career growth in a rapidly expanding business.
• A collaborative work environment focused on continuous learning.

Please be informed that only shortlisted candidate will be notified.

For more information, kindly reach out to Sunny Khoo via Whatsapp at 012-5164406 or via email at sunny.khoo@peoplelake.asia