Accounting Analyst

DHL Germany; Selangor; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain Malaysia is seeking a diligent Junior Accountant to join our finance team in Selangor. You will help maintain the general ledger, prepare journals, and support month-end close across multiple countries in scope.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance and at least 1 year of accounting experience, with strong analytical skills and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity with IFRS 16 is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or equivalent.
• 1 year working experience in accounting.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain general ledger accounts, including journal preparation, review and approval.
• Perform reconciliation of GL data to supporting documentation and ensure balance sheet validity.
• Review Capex purchase requisitions for policy alignment.
• Monitor bank open items and ensure timely reconciliations.
• Support IFRS 16 reporting and lease reporting.
• Assist with period-end and year-end closing schedules.
• Support internal and external audit activities and document work instructions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

Professional Certification in Accounting/Finance

Job description

About us

At DHL Supply Chain we take pride in our commitment to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusion for all. We believe that the diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of our employees are integral to our success. Our inclusive culture is built on the principles of equality, respect, and belonging, where every team member is valued and empowered.

We actively encourage individuals from all walks of life, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, nationality, disability, or any other characteristic, to apply for positions with us. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities, removing barriers, and creating an environment where everyone feels they truly belong.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger accounts, including journal preparation, review and approval.
• Perform reconciliation of financial data recorded in the general ledger to the appropriate supporting documentation and ensure all balance sheet accounts are valid, accurate and complete.
• Review and validate Capex related purchase requisition to align with group policy and procedure.
• Regular review of bank open items to ensure timely reconciliation and follow-up of any discrepancies.
• Regularly review and monitor the reporting of fixed assets, intercompany transactions and etc, in collaboration with SSC and the local finance team.
• Support of cash management activities including performing internal and external banking transactions.
• Manage IFRS 16 reporting including review, maintain and modify lease contracts in the leap database including embedded lease reporting.
• Manage updates and maintenance of the period-end and year-end closing schedules for the countries in scope.
• Ensure timeliness, completeness and accuracy of reporting and fulfillment of group accounting reporting policy and any IFRS requirements, including the adoption of global process and documentation of any deviation.
• Conduct assigned controls on a day-to-day basis, to create and store evidence as per Group/Division ICs policy
• Deliver the processes in scope to the agreed KPI requirements and support performance management.
• Focus on building deep business knowledge for in scope countries to facilitate judgmental decisions.
• Regular engagement with country teams and shared services on inputs and outputs for the completion of common processes and internal controls.
• Support on internal and external audit activities anddocumentation on work instruction.
• Provide feedback on the effectiveness of existing policies and propose enhancements when necessary.
• Provide regular updates to the manager on process completion and any escalations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent experience/qualification.
• Professional Certification in Accounting/Finance is an advantage.
• Minimum 1 year working experience in accounting role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards
• Proven analytical skills, including the ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide meaningful insights, are required.
• Adaptability and a willingness to learn, especially in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.