Accountant I Transactional (Fixed Term) MYS

First Solar; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company in Malaysia seeks an entry-level accounting professional to handle daily billing processing, ensure compliance with accounting policies, and support monthly closing activities. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and proficiency in accounting software plus Microsoft Office. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and good analytical abilities are essential to succeed in this position. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workforce.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of accounting experience.
• Familiarity with general accounting principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy of billing processing relating to balance sheet activities.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Correspond with business partners and respond to inquiries.
• Review and follow up on Accounts Receivable (AR) ageing report weekly.
• Prepare journal entries ensuring proper general ledger coding.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Good communication skills

Good analytical ability

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently

Proficiency in accounting software

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Basic Job Functions:

Responsible for handling daily billing processing and review, reporting & forecasting analysis, resolving discrepancies, review of contracts (as needed) and ensuring compliance with accounting policies. This role supports the monthly closing activities and ensures robust execution of controls.

Education/Experience:

• · Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• · 0-2 years of accounting experience.
• · Familiarity with general accounting principles and practices.

Required Skills/Competencies:

• · Attention to detail.
• · Strong organizational skills.
• · Good communication skills.
• · Good analytical ability & Problem-solving skills.
• · Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• · Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Oracle/ SAP) and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Essential Responsibilities:

• · Ensure accuracy of billing processing relating to relating to balance sheet activities
• · Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues daily relating to billing and collection.
• · Correspond with business partners and respond to inquiries on billing and collections.
• · Review and follow up on Accounts Receivable (AR) ageing report weekly.
• · Review and follow up on Downpayment Balance report weekly.
• · Perform customer statement reconciliations.
• · Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliation.
• · Prepare journal entries ensuring proper general ledger coding for monthly closing.
• · Prepare ad-hoc monthly reporting relating to balance sheet and P&L analysis.
• · Ensure compliance with Corporate Accounting policies and Sarbanes-Oxley controls.
• · Ensure compliance with Quality, Environment, Health and Safety and Responsible Business Alliance policies and procedures that is enforced within the organization.
• · Other tasks assigned by supervisor or manager

Physical Requirements (if any):

• Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift.
• Will climb stairs on an occasional basis.
• Will lift, push or pull up to 27 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
• 20/40 vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required.
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
• May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to, steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron and arm guards)
• All associates working on the production floor may be required to wear a respirator at any given time and thus, the ability to wear a respirator is a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair)

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.