General Ledger Accountant (12 months renewable contract)

Reporting

GL Manager based in Malaysia.

Salary Budget

MYR 5,000 - MYR 6,000

Location

Taman Tun Dr Ismail

Work Arrangements

Onsite with options to WFH either Monday or Friday.

Working Hours

Mon - Fri | 7am to 4pm | 8am to 5pm | 9am to 6pm

Job Summary

The Accountant will be responsible for the integrity and accuracy of the financial data within our Shared Service Center. Helping oversee a wide array of tasks associated with the general ledger and 'Record to Report' functions. They will ensure the accurate and timely reporting of financial transactions, making significant contributions to the overall financial standing of the organization.

Responsibility

Oversee the daily input of financial data into the general ledger system, ensuring all entries are correct, complete and substantiated with appropriate details.

Adhere to a tight control environment which abides by the company's previously defined internal control framework.

Prepare and post necessary general ledger journal entries, carefully verifying that all financial transactions recorded align with company standards and regulatory requirements.

Conduct monthly, quarterly, and annual account close procedures, making necessary accruals and adjustments to capture all financial activities within the correct accounting periods.

Carry out rigorous reconciliation of all general ledger accounts as part of the month-end process, identifying and rectifying any discrepancies to ensure an accurate reflection of the company's financial position.

Facilitate the 'Record to Report' process, providing detailed financial data and valuable input to the management reporting.

Collaborate with different departments such as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Tax, Treasury, and others, to integrate their financial data into the general ledger and streamline the financial recording process for added efficiency.

Assist in preparing for internal and external audits, providing all necessary general ledger data, account analyses, and financial reports.

Develop and implement comprehensive and up-to-date general ledger procedures that improve accuracy, efficiency and that comply with company policies and GAAP.

Requirements

Degree in accounting, finance or relevant field

Proven experience in financial reporting, planning, and analysis

2-4 years of relevant experience

English required

Detail-oriented and able to work under tight deadlines

Customer service-oriented, with excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills

Strong analytical and communication skills

Benefits

• Completion Bonus (1 month)
• Medical outpatient claims limit up to MYR 500 annually (optical, dental, clinic, etc)
• Medical Insurance
• 16 days Annual Leave