Accountant

Wilhelmsen; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global maritime service company based in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a skilled financial manager to oversee the general ledger, prepare accurate financial statements, and ensure compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate will have expertise in tax filing, financial analysis, and will collaborate with business leaders on budgets. Join this rewarding environment where learning and development are encouraged. Apply now to embark on a challenging career journey!

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting and financial management required.
• Proficiency in preparing financial statements and reports.
• Strong analytical skills to identify financial trends.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger and oversee day-to-day accounting activities.
• Monitor account receivables, reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with WMS policies, accounting principles and regulatory requirements.

Job description

About Us

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:

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.

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.

Provision of information and documents required to the eternal/internal auditors.

Preparation for tax computation for Tax Estimation.

Ensure Tax Computation is properly checked before submitting for Tax Return filling for companies account under her/his charge.

Ensure completeness of documentation for statutory compliance eg. Taxes and Audits.

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.

Become a valued member of our team, where every day presents new opportunities for learning and development. Sound interesting? Click "APPLY" now to embark on a rewarding career journey!

Please note that all positions at Wilhelmsen are subject to reference and ID checks. For certain roles, additional background screening may be required.