DHI is a global and independent company dedicated to working on challenges within the fields of water and environment and sustainability. Within these fields, we provide a wide range of advisory, digital advisory, research and water governance services as well as providing leading edge MIKE technologies and products to the market. At DHI, we are constantly looking for passionate and talented people who are eager to join our team.
By joining DHI, you will not only become part of a dynamic and collaborative global team of experts; you will be empowered to innovate, engage and grow in your area of expertise. DHI is committed to disseminate our knowledge effectively and across our worldwide network of offices.
The role involves creating and analysing financial reports to ensure compliance with accounting standards and legal requirements. It includes collaborating with accounts payable and accounts receivable to manage the accounting treatment of incoming and outgoing invoices, as well as tax payments. The role is responsible for ensuring that all daily financial transactions are accurately recorded, including reconciling account balances and bank statements, maintaining the general ledger, and completing month-end closing procedures. Additionally, the role ensures accuracy and efficiency in all accounting tasks. Contributes to the standardisation and efficiency of financial processes.
Responsibilities and challenges
- Ensure all General Ledger (GL) entries are booked according to local legislation and DHI´s internal guidelines
- Prepare and report all legal requirements, including taxes and fees (e.g., VAT, GST, Sales tax, income tax)
- Work closely with external auditors to finalise the Annual Report
- Reconcile account balances and bank statements
- Ensure accurate allocation of costs to appropriate departments and projects
- Provide technical support and assist in reporting to DHI Group
- Prepare financial statements and perform trial balance reviews
- Utilise month-end closing and reconciliation tools to streamline financial close processes
- Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures
- Participate in financial standards setting and the forecasting process
- Support cash flow forecasting efforts
- Support payroll process
- Support other finance processes and ensure the most efficient procedures are implemented within accounting
Key stakeholders
AuditorsLegalBanksShareholdersKey performance metrics
Produce error-free accounting reports and present results accuratelyEnsure clean and on-time audit reportsEnsure Legal ComplianceOptimise use of GAAP for accurate financial reportingQualifications and personal skills
BSc in Economics or Business Administration with a major in AccountingProfessional accounting certification is an advantageTechnical knowledge :
High expertise in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), IFRSProficiency with Microsoft office skills including Vlookups and pivot tablesFluent command of Business English (written and oral)Thorough knowledge of all accounting proceduresBreadth of expertise
3-5 years of experience in GL accountingExperienced and skilled finance professional with strong technical competence, possessing expertise in areas such as contract accounting, financial analysis, cash management, and financial modellingAble to train, coach, and support junior team membersExpected to be qualified accountant or holding a relevant finance qualification, or alternatively, qualified through extensive experience and proven technical expertisePersonal attributes and Competencies :
High accuracy and keen attention to detailStrong numerical and analytical skillsExcellent mathematical abilitiesStrong interpersonal and teamwork skillsAbility to perform well under time constraintsExceptional time management skillsProactive and solution-oriented mindsetSharp problem-solving abilitiesContinuous improvement mindset for process optimisationWe offer
To work at DHI means being part of an organisation that is the global leader in solving the world’s toughest challenges in water environment. We will offer you :
A job where the keyword is innovationA team of highly motivated colleagues, experts in the digital water spaceProfessional and personal development. We empower our people. We ensure that they have the freedom to innovate and grow. We recruit professionals who can unite our technical excellence with our business excellence – and maintain our professional integrity at all timesFlexible working opportunitiesA unique chance to work with highly professional and motivated colleagues from all around the worldIn accordance with DHI Group policies. 10 – 20 days of travelling a year must be expectedYou will be located in our office in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.Deadline for application is 31st October 2025GL Accountant
About DHI
DHI is a global and independent company dedicated to working on challenges within the fields of water and environment and sustainability. Within these fields, we provide a wide range of advisory, digital advisory, research and water governance services as well as providing leading edge MIKE technologies and products to the market. At DHI, we are constantly looking for passionate and talented people who are eager to join our team.
By joining DHI, you will not only become part of a dynamic and collaborative global team of experts; you will be empowered to innovate, engage and grow in your area of expertise. DHI is committed to disseminate our knowledge effectively and across our worldwide network of offices.
The role involves creating and analysing financial reports to ensure compliance with accounting standards and legal requirements. It includes collaborating with accounts payable and accounts receivable to manage the accounting treatment of incoming and outgoing invoices, as well as tax payments. The role is responsible for ensuring that all daily financial transactions are accurately recorded, including reconciling account balances and bank statements, maintaining the general ledger, and completing month-end closing procedures. Additionally, the role ensures accuracy and efficiency in all accounting tasks. Contributes to the standardisation and efficiency of financial processes.
Responsibilities and challenges
Ensure all General Ledger (GL) entries are booked according to local legislation and DHI´s internal guidelinesPrepare and report all legal requirements, including taxes and fees (e.g., VAT, GST, Sales tax, income tax)Work closely with external auditors to finalise the Annual ReportReconcile account balances and bank statementsEnsure accurate allocation of costs to appropriate departments and projectsProvide technical support and assist in reporting to DHI GroupPrepare financial statements and perform trial balance reviewsUtilise month-end closing and reconciliation tools to streamline financial close processesReview and recommend modifications to accounting systems and proceduresParticipate in financial standards setting and the forecasting processSupport cash flow forecasting effortsSupport payroll processSupport other finance processes and ensure the most efficient procedures are implemented within accountingKey stakeholders
DHI employeesAuditorsLegalBanksShareholdersTax authoritiesKey performance metrics
Produce error-free accounting reports and present results accuratelyEnsure clean and on-time audit reportsEnsure Legal ComplianceOptimise use of GAAP for accurate financial reportingQualifications and personal skills
Professional Competencies :
BSc in Economics or Business Administration with a major in AccountingProfessional accounting certification is an advantageTechnical knowledge :
High expertise in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), IFRSProficiency with Microsoft office skills including Vlookups and pivot tablesFluent command of Business English (written and oral)Thorough knowledge of all accounting proceduresBreadth of expertise
3-5 years of experience in GL accountingExperienced and skilled finance professional with strong technical competence, possessing expertise in areas such as contract accounting, financial analysis, cash management, and financial modellingAble to train, coach, and support junior team membersExpected to be qualified accountant or holding a relevant finance qualification, or alternatively, qualified through extensive experience and proven technical expertisePersonal attributes and Competencies :
High accuracy and keen attention to detailStrong numerical and analytical skillsExcellent mathematical abilitiesStrong interpersonal and teamwork skillsAbility to perform well under time constraintsExceptional time management skillsProactive and solution-oriented mindsetSharp problem-solving abilitiesContinuous improvement mindset for process optimisationWe offer
To work at DHI means being part of an organisation that is the global leader in solving the world’s toughest challenges in water environment. We will offer you :
A job where the keyword is innovationA team of highly motivated colleagues, experts in the digital water spaceProfessional and personal development. We empower our people. We ensure that they have the freedom to innovate and grow. We recruit professionals who can unite our technical excellence with our business excellence – and maintain our professional integrity at all timesFlexible working opportunitiesA unique chance to work with highly professional and motivated colleagues from all around the worldContinued career developmentIn accordance with DHI Group policies. 10 – 20 days of travelling a year must be expectedOffice location
You will be located in our office in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.How to apply
Please submit your application including CV via the relevant job posting on DHI’s website :Deadline for application is 31st October 2025Apply Share in your network Deadline : 31 / 10 / 2025, 15 : 59 Contact person : Carol Lai Position type : Full time Country : Malaysia Job type : Administration and finance
DHI are the first people you should call when you have a tough challenge to solve in a water environment – be it a river, a reservoir, an ocean, a coastline, within a city or a factory.
Our knowledge of water environments is second-to-none. It represents 50 years of dedicated research and real-life experience from more than 140 countries. We strive to make this knowledge globally accessible to clients and partners by channelling it through our local teams and unique software.
Our world is water. So whether you need to save water, share it fairly, improve its quality, quantify its impact or manage its flow, we can help. Our knowledge, combined with our team's expertise and the power of our technology, holds the key to unlocking the right solution.
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