Accounting jobs in Malaysia

This role provides direction and leads a team of professionals handling a variety of financial functions that support company operations in EMEA under a good system of internal controls. Financial functions include Accounts Payable.

An appropriate accounting degree or work experience is required.

The incumbent must obtain and maintain an in-depth understanding of various modules of Oracle and related software. A good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and good analytical skills are also required.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

• Supervise up to twelve (12) financial professionals from one of the Kuala Lumpur Shared Services teams who:
• Process invoices.
• Month end reporting.
• Review the accuracy of items recorded in Oracle and other computer systems.
• Ensure the establishment and maintenance of adequate and proper controls.
• Train new team members on Oracle modules and related computer software and reinforce effective use of software for all team members.
• Meet necessary monthly closing deadlines.
• Perform root cause analysis on recurring problems/issues and work to eliminate these concerns.
• Communicate on a regular basis to local business units or customers supported.
• Develop subordinates to help them achieve professional growth (conduct performance reviews, provide feedback on tasks completed, and assign special projects and other learning experiences).
• Review all work and training manuals and ensure they are up to date.
• Review key performance indicators and Service Level Agreement results. Identify process improvement opportunities. Take corrective actions when necessary.
• Manage the workload and priorities to meet performance goals set.
• Communication skills are required to effectively work with people throughout the region.
• An in-depth knowledge of applicable Oracle system modules must be acquired in order to carry out the tasks assigned.
• Learn and understand company policies and procedures.
• Have a solid understanding of accounting methods and procedures to ensure duties are performed correctly and efficiently.
• Independence in planning own position activities around agreed upon performance goals related to the Kuala Lumpur Shared Services Center.
• Effectively support the team in their focus to streamline processes and reduce rework.
• Evaluate process improvement suggestions received from team members and recommend improvements for his or her own job.
• This position will be in contact with corporate and Local Finance Department personnel throughout the region, including employees in other shared services centers and personnel at various levels within operating divisions.
• Review and support internal control procedures that are in place and working effectively to assure the proper safeguarding of company's assets, suggesting changes to these procedures as necessary if conditions change.
• Acquire and maintain a strong understanding of Oracle modules and related computer systems in addition to an understanding of company operations and requirements in various parts of the world.
• Perform financial functions with knowledge of the appropriate GAAP, whether IFRS or country-specific GAAP.
• Promote an attitude of customer service by ensuring that issues and problems within duties performed by their team are recorded, monitored, and resolved in a timely manner.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records properly reflect the actual operations of the company.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

1. FORMAL EDUCATION:

• Candidate must possess at least a Professional Certificate, Diploma, Advance/Higher/Graduate Diploma, or Bachelor’s Degree.

2. KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

• This role handles Accounts Payable functions that support the company operations in EMEA under a good system of internal controls.
• Minimum three years of relevant working experience, preferably from a Shared Services Environment.
• Experience working in an Oracle work environment. A good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and good analytical skills are also required.
• A team player, meticulous, able to work under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Good communication skills with a good command of English.
• Computer literate and competent in Microsoft Office.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Good attitude and willing to learn.

3. TECHNICAL/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience working with accounting software.
• Resourceful and with good problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are required.
• Must be knowledgeable in computer systems (Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access).

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• Job Identification: 2506312
• Job Category: Finance
• Posting Date: 03/28/2025, 01:18 AM
• Apply Before: 04/27/2025, 01:18 PM