Assistant Finance Manager/Accountant - Courtyard Setia Alam

Role summary

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The Assistant Finance Manager/Accountant supports the hotel’s financial operations, including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger activities, month-end closing, reconciliations, payroll coordination, budgeting, financial reporting and internal controls. Candidates are generally expected to hold a degree or diploma in accounting, finance or a related field, with relevant hotel or hospitality experience preferred. Familiarity with accounting systems, Microsoft Excel, Malaysian financial regulations and audit procedures is beneficial. The role requires strong numerical accuracy, organization, confidentiality and communication skills. The successful candidate should be able to meet deadlines, investigate discrepancies, support the Finance Manager and work effectively with operational departments in a fast-paced hotel environment.

About the employer

Courtyard by Marriott Setia Alam is a contemporary business and lifestyle hotel in Setia Alam, Selangor, operated under Marriott International’s Courtyard brand. The hotel serves business travelers, families, local guests and visitors attending events in the surrounding Shah Alam and Klang Valley areas. Courtyard properties typically provide comfortable guestrooms, meeting and event facilities, dining options, fitness amenities and practical services designed for productive, extended or short stays. As part of Marriott International, the hotel benefits from a globally recognized hospitality network, established operating standards, structured training and opportunities for career development. Employees usually work in a multicultural environment where service quality, teamwork, financial discipline and guest satisfaction are important. The Setia Alam location also provides access to commercial centers, residential communities and major transport links across Selangor.

Working in Malaysia

Malaysia offers hospitality, finance, technology, education, healthcare, manufacturing and retail opportunities, with the strongest concentration around Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Penang, Johor and Sabah. Its culture combines Malay, Chinese, Indian and Indigenous influences, reflected in its food, festivals, languages and welcoming communities. Daily life is generally affordable compared with many major international cities, although Kuala Lumpur and popular island destinations can be more expensive. Malaysia has tropical weather, excellent food, modern shopping facilities and easy access to beaches, rainforests and cultural attractions. Setia Alam is a suburban area with malls, restaurants, parks and good road access to Kuala Lumpur and Shah Alam. Foreign employees normally need an Employment Pass sponsored and arranged by the hiring company before starting work. Applicants should confirm eligibility, salary requirements, medical checks and dependent-pass rules with the employer and Malaysian authorities. A relocation budget should include housing deposits, transport, insurance and initial living costs.