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About the role We are looking for an experienced Assistant Group Accountant to join our Construction and Property Development team at Epicon Berhad, based in Petaling Jaya, Selangor. This full-time role will provide you the opportunity to work closely with the Group Finance team and contribute to the overall financial management of the group. Job Responsibilities: Assist in the preparation of consolidated financial statements, quarterly announcement, audit report, annual report and other Group and Company reports within deadline and ensuring accuracy Ensure all the Statutory Deadlines are met to avoid any late payment or submission penalties. Assist to prepare and monitor group and project budget including budgetary variances Prepare and assist on taxation related matters Managing intercompany transactions. Supporting subsidiaries month-end closing processes. Assist in providing financial analysis for the group and support on meeting presentation in regards to the analysis. Assist on monitor and manage working capital, including receivables, payables, and inventory (if any). Assist to drive process improvements and implement strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and mitigate financial risks. Liaise with auditors, tax agents, bankers, and regulatory authorities Perform any other duty & responsibility which the immediate superior or the company may assign from time to time. Job Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or professional accounting qualifications (ie ICAEW/ACCA/MICPA/CPA) from recognized institutions; Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting working experience preferably in the property/construction Industry; Those with experience in development and construction accounts will be given preference; Self-motivated individual with good interpersonal skills including negotiation and delegation; Committed to work in teams and sharing their knowledge for the benefit of the team and service; Strong analytical, interpersonal and people management skills; Strong knowledge of accounting standards - MFRS; Experience in handling full set accounts. About us Epicon Berhad is a leading Construction and Property Development company in Malaysia, with a strong track record of delivering high-quality residential and commercial projects. Our mission is to create sustainable and innovative living spaces that enhance the quality of life for our customers. As a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation, we are committed to empowering our employees to reach their full potential. If you possess the required skills and experience, and are excited to be a part of our growing team, please apply now. Our company is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified and competent individuals in Malaysia. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from multicultural and multiracial backgrounds, seeking talent locally to build a strong, inclusive team.
11,726 accountant jobs open right now — here's where
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Right now there are 11,726 open accountant positions on WorkMundi. The US leads with 3,242 jobs, followed by India (2,285), Australia (1,359), Philippines (629), and Singapore (441). If you've been thinking your options are limited to one country, look again.
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