WHAT IS ON OFFER
Alfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Accountant to join our team in Port Klang, Malaysia. This Individual is responsible for supporting the Finance & Accounts Manager in financial operations, maintaining accurate accounting records, and ensuring compliance with company policies, internal controls, and accounting standards.
ABOUT US
Alfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries.
We have honed and carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people. Click here to find out more about AHK.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage financial transactions, financial reports (AP, AR , GL & Cash Management), accounting records, bank reconciliations, and petty cash activities.
- Maintain employee records, support payroll processing, and coordinate employee updates with social security authorities.
- Prepare and manage tax invoices through the government e-invoicing system and ensure compliance requirements are met.
- Support procurement and purchasing systems by reviewing supplier pricing, travel claims, and related documentation.
- Collaborate with departments to maintain internal controls, report financial issues, and support any other duties as delegated by the Financial Controller, Finance & Accounts Manager and General Manager.
DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?
To be successful at Alfred H Knight you will need to display the following:
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE
Required Competencies
- Ability to demonstrate literacy and be numerate
- Computer Literate (Microsoft Office Suite)
- The ability to work as part of a team
- Good attention to detail
- Team player
- Ability to work with minimum supervision
- Good timekeeping. (Ability to work with tight deadlines and have a sense of urgency)
- Can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal
- Effective interpersonal skills (Positive attitude, pleasant, hardworking, trustworthy, and matured and able to maintain confidentiality at all times)
- Flexible and ability to adapt and adopt to company’s values and culture, as well as fast changes within the company
Required Work Experience
- Prior experience of HR and financial accounting principles would be an advantage
Required Qualifications
- Accounting Degree or an equivalent Qualification
Required Languages
- Fluency in English and Bahasa Malaysia (reading, writing and speaking)
BENEFITS
We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match including pension, life assurance and an employee assistance programme.
If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.
Alfred H Knight is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Skills Required
- Accounting degree or equivalent qualification
- Fluency in English and Bahasa Malaysia (reading, writing and speaking)
- Computer literate (Microsoft Office Suite)
- Ability to demonstrate literacy and numeracy
- Ability to work as part of a team / team player
- Good attention to detail
- Ability to work with minimum supervision
- Good timekeeping; ability to work to tight deadlines and sense of urgency
- Effective interpersonal skills and ability to maintain confidentiality
- Flexible and able to adapt to company values and fast changes
- Prior experience of HR and financial accounting principles
What We Do
Alfred H Knight is a leading global provider of independent inspection, analytical, and technical consultancy services. With over 140 years of experience, the company serves the metals, minerals, solid fuels, and agricultural industries, ensuring accurate and reliable results through a global network of strategically located laboratories and inspectors across more than 45 countries.
