We are a growing EPCC company specialising in solar PV systems, battery energy storage (BESS), and EV charging infrastructure. As part of strengthening our in-house Finance function, we are bringing accounting capabilities fully in-house and are looking for an independent, hands-on Accountant to take ownership of the full set of accounts.
The Role
This is a key accounting role requiring the ability to work independently. The successful candidate will be responsible for end-to-end accounting, replacing outsourced accounting support, and ensuring accurate, timely financial reporting for a project-based EPCC business.
This role suits an accountant who is confident handling month-end close, statutory accounts, audits, and project accounting with minimal supervision
Key Responsibilities
End-to-End Accounting (Independent Role)
- Independently prepare and maintain full set of accounts from source documents to financial statements
- Perform month-end and quarter-end closing, including:
- Accruals
- Provisions
- Prepayments
- Depreciation
- Prepare monthly management accounts with supporting schedules
- Ensure general ledger integrity, reconciliations, and audit trails
EPCC / Project-Based Accounting
- Set up and maintain project and cost centre structures
- Track project budgets, actual costs, and margins
- Monitor Work-in-Progress (WIP) and support revenue recognition based on project milestones or progress claims
- Account for variation orders (VO), retention sums, and project close-outs
- Support Defects Liability Period (DLP) financial tracking
Statutory, Tax & Compliance
- Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements in compliance with statutory requirements
- Prepare SST returns and supporting schedules (if applicable)
- Support tax computation and liaise with tax agents
- Prepare audit schedules and independently handle routine audit queries
- Ensure compliance with Companies Act, LHDN, and relevant regulations
Controls, Governance & Documentation
- Maintain proper accounting documentation, filing, and version control
- Enforce finance SOPs, approval matrices, and segregation of duties
- Identify and highlight control gaps or accounting issues to management
Cross-Functional Support
- Work closely with AP and AR executives to ensure correct postings
- Liaise with procurement, project, and operations teams for financial validation
- Provide financial information and analysis to management as required
Requirements
Mandatory Experience (Important)
- Minimum 4–6 years of hands-on accounting experience
- Proven ability to independently prepare a full set of accounts
- Experience replacing or working without outsourced accountants or supervisors
- Experience in EPCC / construction / engineering / project-based accounting is strongly preferred
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
- Professional qualification (ACCA / CPA / MICPA / CIMA) highly preferred
Skills & Attributes
- Strong technical accounting foundation
- High level of independence and accountability
- Comfortable making accounting judgements without daily guidance
- Strong reconciliation, documentation, and analytical skills
- Experience with accounting systems (SQL-based systems an advantage)
This Role Is Not Suitable For
- Fresh graduates or junior accountants
- Candidates who have only performed data entry or partial accounting
- Candidates who require close supervision to complete month-end or statutory accounts
Reporting Line
Reports to: Finance & Accounts Manager / Director
Why This Role Is Critical
- You will be the key accounting owner in a growing EPCC business
- Direct exposure to management decision-making
- Opportunity to build and professionalise the in-house accounting function
How to Apply
Send your resume to [Confidential Information]
Subject:Application – Accountant
