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We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates for the Accountant position at the University of Nottingham Malaysia.
The Accountant is expected to provide strategic and operational financial support to the university through effective budgeting, financial monitoring, audit compliance, taxation, and cash flow management. To ensure smooth operations of the Finance Office on day-to-day basis and to support the Finance Manager in departmental administration-related matters efficiently and effectively.
Specific Responsibilities:
1.. Budget Planning, Monitoring & Forecasting
- Serve as part of the Budget Task Force, supporting annual budget preparation, consolidation, and analysis.
- Monitor budget utilisation across departments, highlighting key variances and providing financial insights to aid decision making.
- Work closely with stakeholders as a Finance Business Partner to align budget with strategic priorities and operational plans.
2. Audit & Compliance
- Support internal and external audit processes by preparing required documentation, addressing queries, and ensuring timely responses.
- Ensure financial controls are followed and updated in line with audit recommendations.
3. Cash Flow Management
- Monitor and forecast cash flow to ensure adequate liquidity for operational needs.
- Prepare cash flow reports and provide early warning on potential shortfalls or surpluses.
4. Taxation
- Ensure timely and accurate submission of tax reports, including SST and WHT, and coordinate with tax authorities when necessary.
- Assist in interpreting changes in tax regulations and implementing appropriate actions within the Finance function.
5. Finance Process & Procedures Improvement
- Identify gaps or inefficiencies in current Finance processes.
- Propose and implement enhancements to improve accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
6. Finance Systems Involvement
- SAAS (TechnologyOne) – assist with implementation, testing, and post-go-live support.Campus Solutions – ensure accurate financial integration with student data.
- E-Invoicing (AREMA & MyInvois Portal) – oversee transaction flow, mapping, and compliance with Malaysian e-invoicing requirements.
7. Business Partnering
- Collaborate with non-financial units to support financial planning, decision-making, and reporting.
- Translate financial data into actionable insights for management and operational teams.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or relevant field; Master’s degree is an advantage.
- A minimum of 10 years’ experience in an accounting role.
- Excellent analytical thinking, problem solving, effective communication skills, and advanced computer proficiency.
- Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
- Tax compliance and statutory reporting (e.g., SST, corporate tax, audit processes).
- Knowledge of financial systems (Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modeling etc).
- Upholds high ethical standards and confidentiality at all times.
- Strong attention to detail.
- In-depth understanding of accounting standards, regulations, and best practices.
- Strong numerical aptitude and well-developed quantitative analysis skills.
- Strategic thinking and financial planning capabilities.
- Leads and manages teams effectively to achieve objectives.
- Ability to identify, assess, and manage risks while ensuring regulatory compliance.
Full Role Profile can be referred HERE
To be considered for this opportunity, please provide an updated CV and cover letter to Recruitment by 15 August 2025.
Ref No : FIN - 250716 - 1
Posted on 18th July 2025