Accountant

Wilhelmsen group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global maritime company based in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced accountant to manage financial reporting, analysis, and compliance. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, 3-5 years of relevant experience, and professional certification. Proficiency in SAP and fluency in English are essential, with Mandarin preferred. This role offers opportunities for career development in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably within the China market.
• Professional accounting certification (e.g., ACCA, CICA, MICPA) required.
• Exposure to IFRS is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Implement and set up process and system deployment.
• Maintain the general ledger and oversee day-to-day accounting activities.
• Conduct financial analysis to identify trends and variances.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Job description

About Us

Join our global team for a career filled with opportunities to solve challenges both small and large, local and global, simple and complex.

Wilhelmsen Ship Management is one of the world’s largest third-party ship managers originated from Oslo, Norway with a portfolio of more than 450 vessels, a pool of more than 14,000 seafarers and over 900 shore-based employees all over the world. Our employees are working with a comprehensive global maritime group providing over half of the merchant fleet with essential products and services, along with supplying crew and technical management to the largest and most complex vessels ever to sail.

We offer a culture and vibrant work environment of strong leadership, collaborative, career development, work-life balance and a job that is both challenging and stimulating. All team members are empowered with the freedom to influence each other as long it complies with our Company’s values and vision.

What You\'ll Responsible For

• Implement and/or Setup Process & System Deployment, Controls and Compliance:
• Support to design new GIMS processes and workflow, implement new ERP system for new market.
• Align internal controls to ensure compliance with WSM process.
• Coordinate with external auditors and ensure a smooth audit process.
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of all tax returns.

General Ledger & Financial Reporting

• Maintain the general ledger and oversee day-to-day accounting activities to ensure a proper interaction and flow of information with other departments.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow management.
• Monitor account receivables, reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Ensuring correct and timely payments to suppliers
• Ensure compliance with WMS policies, accounting principles, IFRS standards and regulatory requirements.

Financial Analysis & Budgeting

• Conduct regular financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement.
• Provide insights and recommendations to support decision-making.
• Collaborate with business leader to develop and monitor budgets, and forecasts.

What Experience and Skills Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Fiinance, or a related field, and at least 3-5 years of experience in the accounting field, preferably within the China market.
• Accounting professional certification is required, such as ACCA, CICA, MICPA or any related certificates certified under MIA will be preferred.
• Exposure in IFRS will be an added advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent in communication and collaboration.
• Knowledgeable in SAP is preferred.
• Fluency in English is a must. Mandarin is preferred to support new markets.

*Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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