Opella Bangsar South, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
A2R Senior Accounting Partner, Malaysia & Singapore
Role Purpose
A2R GBS (Malaysia & Singapore) Senior Accounting Partner will provide Account-to-Report processing and related services with end‑to‑end accountability. Segments include :
- Assets Accounting Management
- Tax and Interco accounting
- Treasury accounting
- GL accounts closing and reporting
The purpose of this role is to :
Be the A2R partner to the local business and provide value add services to key stakeholders through proximity, knowledge of local business, culture and languageJointly with the Hub Shared Services Centers, deliver end to end servicesFacilitate resolution of operational issues in an effective and timely mannerMonitor operational KPIs and compliance with Sanofi / CHC policies and guidelinesDrive continuous improvementKey Accountabilities
Review, validate and provide local expertise in Asset Accounting Management – inventory costing, valuation and depreciation, asset life cycle management, inventory follow‑up and month end reportingTax and Interco services – calculate tax and prepare tax returnsTreasury – entries relating to financial instruments, forex net position calculationFinancial closing and reporting – monthly closing activities, external financial reportingContribute to A2R processes, transactions and reports in compliance with Sanofi accounting policies, internal control guidelines and audit / SOX requirementsMonitor operational KPIs to pro‑actively manage execution issuesBuild, document and transfer A2R Core Model process knowledge (Level 6 / 7)Continuous Improvement
Identify process improvement opportunities through elimination of redundant activities and potential automationParticipate in process automation initiatives and ensure seamless adoption and transitionParticipate in global projects as requiredExpected Skills
Functional : Knowledge of IFRS and local GAAPsFunctional : Strong understanding of the end‑to‑end A2R processes and GBS organizationFunctional : Knowledge of A2R processes at transaction level : Asset Accounting Management, Tax & Interco accounting, Treasury, Financial closing and reportingTechnical : Hands‑on experience of SAP and closing tools (Cadency / Blackline)Technical : Digital acumen to leverage IT to drive process simplificationInterpersonal : Strong customer orientation with ability to understand and meet their requirementsInterpersonal : Ability to interact with internal and external clients in a professional mannerInterpersonal : Team player, cooperating with direct and remote teams with an end‑to‑end service delivery mindsetLeadership : Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks and processesLeadership : Strong communication skills, change agentLeadership : Committed and focused on results deliveryBackground and Experience
Graduate or Master’s degree in finance or accounting5-10 years hands on experience in Account to Report processes in an international, multicultural, complex environmentFluent in EnglishSeniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Accounting / Auditing and Finance
Industries
Retail Health and Personal Care Products
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