Accountant

Vistra; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangement

Training and development

Medical, dental, wellness coverage

Study leave and professional member-43

Job summary

Vistra is seeking an Accountant based in Kuala Lumpur as part of a full-time permanent role. The position reports to the Team Lead/Assistant Manager and is located in Bangsar South, Kuala Lumpur with local/regional coverage to drive growth in Financial Accounting.

The role involves bookkeeping, monthly closings, reporting, and tax computations, with a focus on accuracy, timely delivery, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Diploma/degree in accounting or finance, or pursuing ACCA/MIA/CPA.
• Fresh graduate or 1 year of accounting/finance experience.
• Proficient in Mandarin and English; able to communicate with Mandarin-speaking clients.
• Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in client service or SSC environment is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Book-keeping and accounting entries in the accounting system (e.g., accruals, adjustments).
• Timely preparation of accounts – weekly, month-end, year-end closing and aging/listings.
• Work independently on accounting and management reports and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Prepare accounting reports and deliverables within agreed timelines.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and investigate reconciling items.
• Meet Business Unit/client requirements and ensure on-time, on-quality deliverables.
• Prepare manual journal entries at month-end with supporting documentation.
• Perform monthly income tax calculation if required.
• Handle ad hoc activities as assigned.

Skills

Mandarin

English

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Accounting/Finance degree or pursuing ACCA/MIA/CPA

Job description

It’s never been a more exciting time to join Vistra.

At Vistra our purpose is progress. We believe that our clients have the power to change the world and to do great things for global progress, and we exist to remove the friction that comes from the complexity of global business – to help our clients achieve progress without friction.

But progress only happens when people come together and take action. And we’re absolutely committed to building a culture where our people can do just that.

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as Accountant. Reporting to the Team Lead/Assistant Manager, this full-time and permanent position is based in Bangsar South, Kuala Lumpur and offers local/regional coverage allowing you to make a significant impact to our Financial Accounting and its’ growth.

Responsibilities

• Book-keeping and accounting entries to accounting system (eg. accruals, adjustments).
• Responsible for timely preparation of accounts - weekly, month-end, financial year end closing and aging/listings.
• Work independently on accounting and management report and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Prepare accounting reports and deliverables and ensure submission within agreed timelines.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations, monitor unusual items and movement, and investigate reconciling items.
• Meet Business Unit / client requirements/instructions and ensure on-time and on-quality deliverables.
• Prepare manual journal entries at month end and ensure that the supporting documentation for each manual journal entry is complete, adequate, and accurate.
• Perform monthly income tax calculation if required.
• Handle ad hoc activities as assigned.

Requirements

• Fresh graduate or with 1 years relevant working experience in accounting, finance or relevant field of work.
• Experience working in client service or SSC environment will be an added advantage.
• Proficient in Mandarin and English language. We are seeking candidates proficient in Mandarin to effectively communicate with Mandarin-speaking clients.
• Diploma/Degree or in the midst of pursuing professional studies in accounting/financial or its equivalent such ACCA, MIA, CPA or equivalent.
• Must possess management, good communication, strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Why Work with Us?

• Opportunity for career advancement and regional working exposure
• Training and development
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Medical dental, wellness coverage
• Study leave and professional membership coverage

It’s never been a more exciting time to join our organisation. Tricor and Vistra have now merged to form one organisation, which means we’re now a powerhouse of over 9000 colleagues in 50+ jurisdictions across the globe. We’re seizing the opportunity to create a purpose-led organisation that will unlock significant value for our business, our clients, and our people.

It’s never been a more exciting time to join our organisation. Tricor and Vistra have now merged to form one organisation, which means we’re now a powerhouse of over 9000 colleagues in 50+ jurisdictions across the globe. We’re seizing the opportunity to create a purpose-led organisation that will unlock significant value for our business, our clients, and our people.