Accountant, General Ledger

Kulicke & Soffa; Selangor; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor solutions provider in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Finance professional. The candidate will prepare financial statements, ensure compliance with US GAAP, and coordinate with other departments. Successful candidates will possess a degree in Accounting or Finance and have 3-4 years of relevant experience, ideally in a multinational or shared service environment. Skills in SAP or Oracle software are a plus. This role requires strong analytical and communication abilities.

Qualifications

• At least 3-4 years of working experience in Finance/Accounting.
• Exposure to a multinational or shared service center environment.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain sub-accounting functions including journal entries.
• Ensure monthly closure of accounting including profit & loss statements.
• Coordinate with other departments for operational smoothness.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Professional accounting certification (CPA, CA)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft applications

Job description

2mo ago , from Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc.

• Prepares and maintains one or more sub-accounting functions: Journal entries, prepayment/accruals data maintenance, fixed assets and project accounting transactions, calculations, workings and account analysis, etc.
• Understand and adheres to established rules and regulations for proper controls, processes and compliance of financial reporting requirements
• Ensures monthly closure of accounting closure - prepares profit and loss, cash flow, income and balance sheet statements.
• Performs general/flux analysis on each account and provide explanation/resolution on those requiring attention.
• Prepares, analyses and reconciles record of assets, liabilities and other financial transactions with proper documents support.
• Prepares the relevant documents and liaise with external auditors/tax agent for monthly/yearly tax filing activities such as VAT, GST, annual tax return and annual statutory audit.
• Reconcile any discrepancies and provide recommendation to resolve issue.
• Coordinates with the relevant sub-ledger and other departments in ensuring the smooth processing of operational functions and matters for each entity.
• Involved in preparing, tracking and maintaining accounting information in the financial systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance with US GAAP and other accounting regulations.
• Prepares documents and involvements for SOX testing.
• Participates in continuous process improvement and simplification and identified projects.
• At least more than 3 - 4 years working experience in Finance/Accounting;
• Exposure in a MNC / SSC environment focusing on General Accounting operations is much preferred.
• Audit experience in mid-sized Audit firms will be preferred, with strong understanding and skillset in audit, compliance and controls requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications and systems experience with financial ERP software, such as SAP or Oracle will be a plus.
• Understanding of accounting principles, regulations and practices (IFRS/GAAP) including compliance and controls processes and guidelines (SOX and internal controls).
• Possess analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to provide insights on financial data.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate and engages stakeholders.
• Professional competencies/skills including mid-complexities problem solving skills and collaboration among others.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field; with professional accounting certification with recognized accounting bodies (CPA, CA).
• Additional related qualification or certification will be considered favorably.

Company Overview

Founded in 1951, Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: KLIC) specialize in developing cutting-edge semiconductor and electronics assembly solutions enabling a smarter and more sustainable future. Ever-growing range of products and services supports growth and facilitates technology transitions across large-scale markets.

Please refer to the website for more details: www.kns.com.

Kulicke & Soffa recruits on the basis of merit (such as skills, experience or ability to perform the job), regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status and family responsibilities, or disability

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