This position requires a strong understanding of financial accounting principles, tax regulations, and reporting standards. The ideal candidate will work closely with various departments to ensure compliance with corporate policies and external regulatory requirements.JOB DESCRIPTIONEnsure that accounting processes and journal entries are in accordance with relevant accounting principles, internal controls and company policy.
Ensure the accurate and timely preparation of the management reports to Management.
Review monthly financial reports, together with variance analysis, as well as other relevant budgetary reports within tight reporting timelines.
Assist in the preparation of financial budget and analysis, business valuation, financial projections and any other related reports for management decision making.
Perform all reconciliations, intercompany reconciliations and fixed assets schedules on a monthly basis.
Ensure that all requirements on banking facilities are attended to on timely basis for smooth operations.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements relating to statutory financial reporting process and tax statutory submission.
Liaise with external parties such as external auditors, tax agents, LHDN relating financial year-end audit and yearly tax submission, company secretarial and bankers on respective company matters.
Monitor and document intercompany transactions to ensure compliance with transfer pricing regulations.
Identify areas for improvement and implement process changes to optimize financial performance.
Understand the implications of any new accounting standard / guidelines and impact on business model.
Oversee the Accounts Payable team to ensure accurate and timely processing of payments.
Approve payment batches and ensure all payments are compliant with company policies and procedures.
To undertake any ad-hoc assignments as and when required.
WORK REQUIREMENTSBachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Minimum 3 - 5 years of experience in accounting, financial reporting, or a related role.
SKILLSAccounting Expertise : Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and tax regulations and experience with general ledger functions and month-end/year-end close processes.
Analytical Skills : Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and ability to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and propose solutions.
Technical Proficiency : Proficient in financial software, Microsoft Excel and familiarity with financial modeling and data analysis tools.
Audit and Compliance Knowledge : Experience working with auditors and ensuring compliance with internal controls, external regulations, knowledge of transfer pricing and tax compliance.
Communication Skills:Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to convey complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
Process Improvement:Ability to identify inefficiencies in financial processes and recommend improvements.
Attention to Detail:High level of accuracy in preparing and reviewing financial documents and ability to spot errors and inconsistencies in financial data.
Interpersonal Skills:Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with other departments and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.#J-18808-Ljbffr