Accountant - Treasury

Full Job Description
Astar has partnered with a well-respected company on the hunt for their Accountant - Treasury. This company specializes in transmission and propulsion systems for automotive OEMs and mobility providers globally.

Job Name: Accountant - Treasury
Department: Finance Department
Directional Reports to: General Manager
Functional Reports to: Finance Director
Location: Tanjung Malim, Perak

Job Description:
Under the framework of Shared Services Asia Pacific, the role ensures the accuracy, security, and efficiency of cash and financial transactions for the company, providing standardized and high-quality services while maintaining financial discipline and regulations.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in finance or a related field.
• Strong mathematical and computational skills, with the ability to handle large and complex financial data accurately.
• Knowledge of financial regulations and practices specific to the Asia Pacific region.
• Experience in operating financial systems such as CBS or similar ERP software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Chinese (listening, speaking, reading, and writing).

Key Responsibilities:

• Process cash and bank card transactions for all company and clients in the Asia Pacific region, ensuring accurate transactions and adhering to unified standards and procedures.
• Manage cash inflows and outflows of the Shared Services Centre in Asia Pacific, ensuring funds security and implementing relevant risk control measures.
• Conduct daily cash inventory, prepare cash daily reports for the Shared Services Asia Pacific, ensure that the books are consistent with the actual situation, and promptly report any differences or irregularities.
• Assist clients in the Asia Pacific region in resolving payment issues, provide unified and efficient customer service, and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Participate in the development and execution of financial policies and procedures for the Shared Services Centre in Asia Pacific. Comply with all applicable financial regulations and internal company regulations, ensuring compliance of the Shared Services Centre in Asia Pacific.
• Work closely with other departments within the Asia Pacific region and global shared service centre to ensure the smooth flow of financial processes and provide cross-departmental support.
• Familiar with daily basic operations such as bank drafts, online banking payments, and foreign exchange payments.
• Support asset management, finance documents archiving, and act as a coordinator to assist APAC HQ finance and external finance/tax associations.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience with financial and treasury operations, cash management, and financial reporting.
• Strong teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multicultural, multifunctional team environment.
• Ability to manage cross-functional relationships and collaborate effectively with internal departments.
• Result-oriented with a focus on achieving goals and continuous improvement.
• Attention to detail and accuracy, particularly in handling cross-regional, high-volume transactions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and handle ad-hoc tasks efficiently.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently in a high-pressure, dynamic environment.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work with people at different levels.
• Customer-oriented mindset with strong diplomatic communication skills.

Offer:

• You will become part of a well-regarded company with a strong international focus in the demanding automotive OEM industry.
• We offer a dynamic work atmosphere, opportunities for internal growth, and the ability to enhance your skills in cutting-edge technologies.
• You'll be supported by motivated colleagues, enjoy a professional environment that encourages creativity and initiative, with streamlined communication.
• We provide a competitive salary package that includes various additional benefits.

Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Function: Accounting/Finance/Treasury
Industries: Automotive OEM Manufacturing

Job Type: Full-time

Supplemental Pay:

• Overtime pay
• Performance bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Tanjung Malim: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Employer Questions: Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as an accountant?
• Which of the following languages are you fluent in?
• How many years of taxation experience do you have?

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