Accountant

Intel Corporation; Seberang Perai; Hybrid; MYR 50,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Intel Corporation in Penang, Malaysia, is seeking a College Grad Accountant to support the monthly close, payroll postings, reconciliations, and reporting. This entry-level role offers exposure to payroll accounting and financial controls in a global manufacturing environment.

You will work with HR Payroll, IT, and other Finance teams, assisting with year-end activities such as stock-based compensation entries and audit responses, while exploring automation opportunities to improve efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting and/or Finance.
• 1–2 years of relevant professional experience with a Bachelor's degree.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in SAP or equivalent ERP systems.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of US GAAP compliance and financial reporting standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist month-end close by preparing and posting payroll-related journal entries.
• Support year-end close by posting stock-based compensation, bonuses and other adjustments.
• Liaise with external auditors during year end audit and respond to audit queries.
• Perform monthly payroll-related balance sheet reconciliations and resolve reconciling items.
• Identify opportunities for automation and process improvements in the accounting process.

Skills

SAP / ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

US GAAP

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting and/or Finance

Tools

Power BI

Power Automate

Python

SQL

Job description

## AccountantApply: Malaysia, Penang: Full time: Posted Today: JR0287130# **Job Details:**## Job Description:This role will support accounting activities within Hire To Retire Accounting team. The role's main responsibility is to support monthly financial close processes by ensuring timely and accurate financial statement balances. This includes posting payroll accounting entries, reconciliations and reporting, including year end audit processes.Key Responsibilities:Month End Activities: Assist in month end close by preparing and posting payroll-related journal entries, including salary accruals, cash clearing, and statutory contributions. Support quarter end process by providing High-Level Validation (HLV) analysis.Year End Activities: Support the year end close by posting adjustments related to stock-based compensation (SPP, RSU), bonuses, leaves (e.g. PAVA) and other H2RA areas.Audit Support: Liaise with external auditors during year end audit, including conducting payroll walkthroughs and managing audit queries. Perform ad hoc offline reconciliations to satisfy audit requirements.Balance Sheet Reconciliation: Perform monthly reconciliations of payroll-related balance sheet accounts and follow up on outstanding reconciling items to ensure timely resolution Process Documentation: Maintain and update process documentation (DTM) and lead sheets.Collaboration: Work closely with HR Payroll, IT, other Finance functions and external vendors to ensure smooth payroll accounting process execution.Process Improvement: Support process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for automation and operational efficiencies and improvements.## **Qualifications:**Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Accounting and/or Finance. - 1-2 years of relevant professional experience with a Bachelor's degree. - Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial compliance requirements. - Proficiency in SAP or equivalent ERP systems. - Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. - Demonstrated analytical skills to address financial data complexities. - Knowledge of US GAAP compliance and financial reporting standards. Preferred Qualifications: - Member or pursuing membership in professional accounting bodies such as CPA, ACCA, MICPA, or MIA. - Familiarity with automation tools and technologies such as Power BI, Power Automate, Python, or SQL scripting. - Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with diverse teams. - Ability to manage ambiguity and adapt to dynamic environments while delivering results. - Experience in project management and process improvement initiatives. - Passion for leveraging technology to drive financial efficiency and innovation.## Job Type:College Grad## Shift:Shift 1 (Malaysia)## Primary Location:Malaysia, Penang## Additional Locations:## Posting Statement:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.## ## Position of TrustN/A**Work Model for this Role**This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. \\* Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.