Job Summary:

The Account Manager is a key financial role responsible for overseeing and managing the financial health of Cancer Research Malaysia. This position involves a broad range of responsibilities, including account management, treasury, project accounting, taxation, and corporate secretarial matters. The ideal candidate will be a highly organized, detail-oriented professional with strong analytical and communication skills

Key Responsibilities

Account Management:

Monitor account balances and transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal policies and procedures.
Prepare and present regular financial reports to the CFO and other stakeholders.
Manage and reconcile intercompany transactions.

Treasury:

Manage the organization's cash flow, ensuring adequate liquidity to meet operational needs.
Monitor and forecast cash positions.
Oversee banking relationships and manage bank accounts.

Project Accounting:

Oversee the financial management of projects, ensuring compliance with funding requirements and internal budgets.
Track project expenditures and prepare project-specific financial reports.
Work closely with project managers to monitor project budgets and identify any financial risks.

Taxation:

Manage all aspects of taxation, including the preparation and filing of tax returns
Ensure compliance with all applicable tax laws and regulations.
Liaise with tax authorities and external tax advisors.

Corporate Secretarial Matters:

Ensure compliance with the Companies Act and other relevant regulations.
Liaise with corporate secretary for corporate secretarial matters.
Organize board meetings, including the preparation of agenda and minutes.

Financial Management:

Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis.
Develop and implement internal controls to safeguard the organization's assets.
Participate in audits and liaise with external auditors.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Accounting
Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, MIA) is highly desirable.
10 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards (MFRS), and tax regulations in Malaysia.
Experience in treasury management, project accounting, and corporate secretarial practices.
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

Skills and Competencies

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
High level of integrity and ethical standards.

Accounting Manager