Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Personal Information
References
Extracurricular Activities
Timeline
Generic
NUR HIDAYAH MD ARIF

NUR HIDAYAH MD ARIF

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Summary

Hidayah is a focused accountant with years of experience in account reconciliations, streamlining accounts, and financial planning. Highly motivated professional with a proven track record of delivering accurate reports and high-quality service. Possess a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of accounting and financial planning. A dedicated leader with the ability to lead effective teams in attaining profit improvement. Took a year for a career break to freshen up her mind and soul and give back to the community. Very passionate person about her work and discipline in her life.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Accounts Payable Associates

Icon Offshore Berhad
02.2024 - Current


Invoice Processing:

  • Receive and review invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper authorization.
  • Code and enter invoices into the accounting system.
  • Verify and reconcile discrepancies with vendors and internal departments.

Payment Processing:

  • Prepare the payment by batches in order to submit to the person in charge.
  • Ensure timely and accurate payments to vendors.
  • Maintain a secure and organize record of all payment transactions.

Vendor Management:

  • Establish and maintain positive relationships with vendors and internal departments.
  • Address inquiries and resolve issues related to invoices, payments and account statements.
  • Collaborate with procurement and other teams to ensure proper vendor setup and compliance.

Expense Reports:

  • Review and process employee expense reports in accordance with company policies.
  • Verify receipts, coding, and compliance with expense guidelines.

Month-End Reconciliation:

  • Assist in month-end closing activities related to accounts payable.
  • Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any outstanding discrepancies.

Compliance and Documentation:

  • Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and accounting standards.
  • Maintain accurate and organized records, including invoices, payment confirmations and vendor communications.

Reporting:

  • Assist the Manager Financial Services related account payable activities for management review.

Ad Hoc Duties:

  • Assist the Manager in fulfilling audit requests and undertake any other duties related to accounts receivable as assigned.

Career Break

Lusaka
11.2022 - 12.2023
  • Achieved dream of completing a long-distance "sail" alone from Malaysia to Zambia with "many stops" along the way.

Accountant

Das Abdul Global Sdn Bhd
05.2019 - 10.2022
  • Manage private foundation and government grants totaling RM 1 million annually
  • Work closely with management on budgets programs, and financial reporting
  • Analyze balance sheets accounts and posted monthly journal entries, complying with MFRS
  • Own monthly analysis of GL reconciliation and performed adjustments as needed
  • Own maintenance and tracking of inter-company loan schedule to meet all deadlines.

Freelance Accountant

12.2018 - 03.2022
  • Prepare management account for audit purposes
  • Liaise with auditors for the annual audit and tax consultant in finalizing tax computations and all related matters
  • Provide monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting services
  • Organize books and maintain inventory records.

Finance Executive

Mawaddah Izzati Sdn Bhd
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Created feasibility analysis reports for each project, which led to management approving one project based on research findings
  • Strategized long-term business needs, utilizing customer feedback for process improvements
  • Increased revenue by assisting with operations management as well as sales and marketing efforts
  • Prepared management accounts via AutoCount for audit purposes
  • Liaised with auditors for the annual audit and tax consultant in finalizing tax computations and all related matters
  • Handled full set of accounts
  • Handled daily accounting entries and tasks
  • Coordinated key financial processes including plan, forecasts, month-end and year-end
  • Produced and published financial reports on a weekly, monthly and ad-hoc basis for the business to monitor performance
  • Established communications around the key processes
  • Worked with the top management to gain an understanding of all issues relating to top management
  • Ensured procedures for accounts payable were adhered to and invoices were coded correctly
  • Communicated and assisted in managing relationships with both internal and external clients
  • Identified areas for improvement, structured and implemented accounting and financial system in the company.

Finance and Operational Executive

Mawaddah Izzati Sdn Bhd
08.2017 - 01.2018
  • Coordinated responses to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes
  • Promoted team productivity by keeping supplies organized and well-stocked
  • Managed administrative functions, including complex calendar management with a focus on proper allocation of executive availability
  • Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets and crafted presentations to support executives and boost team efficiency
  • Improved the company's regulation and standard operation procedure
  • Handled staff's issues and conflict in the workplace
  • Maintained a good relationship with suppliers in the fashion industry
  • Handled all daily accounting and finance tasks.

Accountant

Mawaddah Izzati Sdn Bhd
05.2017 - 07.2017
  • Handled cash flow transaction and bank reconciliation
  • Managed collection of invoices and records issue payments, quotations, invoices and receipts
  • Diminished outstanding debts by analyzing accounts for issues
  • Supported monthly reporting analysis to achieve validation of internal reports and to reconcile production operations and general ledger
  • Performed advanced reviews of business operational trends and expected obligations to prepare accurate forecasts
  • Implemented accounting structures and procedures on a regular basis to identify areas in need of improvement
  • Provided extensive clerical and administrative support to department staff.

Education

Master of Accounting -

Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU/APIIT)
01.2015 - 2017.04

Bachelor of Accounting and Finance (Taxation) - undefined

Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU/APIIT)
01.2012 - 2015.04

Skills

Effective Time Management

Flexibility and Adaptability

Self-motivation

Leadership and Teamwork

Interpersonal Skills

Critical thinking and problem solving

Communication Skills

Adaptability

Ability to Work in a Team

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Microsoft Office

Computer Skills

QnE Software

AutoCount

Financial Analysis

Cost Accounting

Auditing

Communication

Social

Delegation

Problem Solving

Risk Management

SQL

Oracle

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 05/10/89
  • Nationality: Malaysian

References

References available upon request

Extracurricular Activities

University Programs, 2016, 2017, Participated in various speeches and seminars conducted by experts in corporate fraud (prevention & detection), expert witnessing, evidence examination, and project management DELOITTE TAX CHALLENGE 2013, 2013, 2013, Team Category

Timeline

Accounts Payable Associates

Icon Offshore Berhad
02.2024 - Current

Career Break

Lusaka
11.2022 - 12.2023

Accountant

Das Abdul Global Sdn Bhd
05.2019 - 10.2022

Freelance Accountant

12.2018 - 03.2022

Finance Executive

Mawaddah Izzati Sdn Bhd
01.2018 - 12.2018

Finance and Operational Executive

Mawaddah Izzati Sdn Bhd
08.2017 - 01.2018

Accountant

Mawaddah Izzati Sdn Bhd
05.2017 - 07.2017

Master of Accounting -

Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU/APIIT)
01.2015 - 2017.04

Bachelor of Accounting and Finance (Taxation) - undefined

Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU/APIIT)
01.2012 - 2015.04
NUR HIDAYAH MD ARIFSENIOR ACCOUNTANT