GL Accountant (New role based in Penang Island, Malaysia)

Hi there, if you are looking for a pioneer team role which provide the opportunity of self-enrichment, job satisfaction, challenging and rewarding, this is the time, and we are welcome you to apply with us!

Position Summary:

To support general accounting administration for assigned entities.

Functional Contribution (Contribution Matrix):

Uses judgment to know when to refer issues to others.

Recommends and implements solutions within designated area of responsibility.

Demonstrates knowledge and expertise in computer systems.

Uses resources to learn the business.

Identifies ways to reduce waste and improve business processes.

Understands how actions impact business results.

Transfers knowledge from one situation to the next situation.

Complies with internal controls and policies.

Demonstrates approachability and openness.

Establishes credibility.

Demonstrates excellent interpersonal listening and communication capabilities.

Conforms to behaviors consistent with organizational culture.

Uses the Watlow Business System to achieve results.

Skills, Abilities and Mastery (Responsibility Matrix):

Services:

Supports decision making in forecasting and weekly / monthly / quarterly reporting by providing timely and concise analysis.

Assists with month-end closing activities.

Assists with financial audits and compliance.

Delivery:

Handles GL for multiple entities.

Executes payment on a timely manner and accurately in compliance with company policies, procedures, and controls.

Coordinate with all entities and functions to ensure timely and accurate closing on monthly, quarterly and annual basis.

Prepares journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations and analysis.

Monitors bank administration activities and support corporate treasury services.

Prepares bank reconciliations.

Responsible for inter-company and related company's transactions and balances and resolve reconciling items.

Prepares monthly balance sheet schedules.

Prepares monthly/quarterly GST/VAT/WHT reporting, reconciliation report and corporate tax computation on a timely basis.

Prepares Annual Statutory Financial Statements for the assigned portfolio of entities.

Supply data and liaise with external auditors as necessary. Escalate issues and risks on a timely basis.

Involves in transitioning the regional GL activities to SSC in Malaysia and new Oracle, ERP implementation.

Assists in streamlining and improving the R2R process.

Supports decision making in forecasting and weekly / monthly/ quarterly reporting by providing timely and concise analysis.

Assists in statistical submissions.

Any other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Business Partner:

Finance

Cross functional teams

Center of Expertise (COE)

Tax

Credit and Collections

Treasury

Business Operations

Accounting

International Finance

Shared Services

Education, Experience and Certification Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related majors or professional certification (e.g. CPA, ACCA).

5 to 8 years working experience in GL with finance audit background is preferred.

Experience in manufacturing and/or trading industry preferred.

Fluent in English, Malay and Mandarin, both verbal and written is essential.

Proficiency in Excel, Oracle and ERP software.

Ability to problem-solve, both independently and working as a team.

Able to effectively communicate with internal and external parties.

Must be willing to work at Penang Island, Malaysia.