Accounting Analyst II - General Accounting (Global Business Services)

Kimberly-Clark Corporation; Petaling Jaya; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark Corporation in Malaysia is seeking an Accounting Analyst II in General Accounting (Global Business Services). You will support consolidation and management reporting, ensure compliance with US and local standards, and maintain SAP-based processes including bank clearing and journal entries.

Fluency in English and Chinese is essential for US Corporate and Chinese markets. The role emphasizes timely reporting, collaboration with internal clients, and continuous process improvements

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or professional Accounting qualifications such as CPA, MIA, ACCA, CIMA or its equivalent with minimum 2 to 3 years of financial accounting exposure in Corporate Business.
• Practical knowledge of country and U.S Accounting requirements.
• Microsoft Office and computerized accounting software proficiency; SAP knowledge is a plus.
• Able to meet stringent reporting deadlines and handle corporate reporting responsibilities.
• Team player with good communication & interpersonal skills.
• Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese is essential to support both Chinese markets and US Corporate team.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Corporate Accounting team in the preparation, review and analysis of consolidated financial and management reporting to ensure accurate and timely reporting of results, Budgets and forecasts to meet management, shareholder and US Accounting Requirements.
• Comply with US and local accounting standards in the preparation of financial and management reports.
• Maintain assigned systems, processes, or process components in good working order and identify and recommend system improvements to ensure timely, relevant and accurate Financial Accounting Information.
• This includes, but is not limited to, responsibility for SAP ECC and ES4 bank clearing and reconciliation process, standing and recurring journal entries, and service invoicing to affiliates.
• Ensure the integrity of monthly financial statements is maintained by conducting detailed account reconciliation and variance analysis to ensure the financial records accurately reflect the current status of transactions and events.
• Work collaboratively with internal clients to achieve business objectives and efficiently provide the essential support services to the organization.
• Identify and make recommendations that optimize business processes and improve financial and internal controls and other business practices in alignment with LEAN and culture of continuous improvement.

Skills

English

Chinese

Communication

Education

Accounting degree or CPA/MIA/ACCA/CIMA

Tools

SAP

Job description

Accounting Analyst II - General Accounting (Global Business Services)

Join the team behind iconic brands like Huggies®, Kotex®, Poise®, Depend® At Kimberly-Clark, it's all here for you - innovation, growth, and the chance to make a real impact.

I'm not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because we're out to create Better Care for a Better World, and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference. Here, you'll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, you'll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.

About You You perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring. You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development.

ROLE OVERVIEW & PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Provide support to the Corporate Accounting team in the preparation, review and analysis of consolidated financial and management reporting to ensure accurate and timely reporting of results, Budgets and forecasts to meet management, shareholder and US Accounting Requirements. Comply with US and local accounting standards in the preparation of financial and management reports. Maintain assigned systems, processes, or process components in good working order and identify and recommend system improvements to ensure timely, relevant and accurate Financial Accounting Information. This includes, but is not limited to, responsibility for SAP ECC and ES4 bank clearing and reconciliation process, standing and recurring journal entries, and service invoicing to affiliates. Ensure the integrity of monthly financial statements is maintained by conducting detailed account reconciliation and variance analysis to ensure the financial records accurately reflect the current status of transactions and events. Work collaboratively with internal clients to achieve business objectives and efficiently provide the essential support services to the organization. Identify and make recommendations that optimize business processes and improve financial and internal controls and other business practices in alignment with LEAN and culture of continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS/ SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE

Degree in Accounting or professional Accounting qualifications such as CPA, MIA, ACCA, CIMA or its equivalent with minimum 2 to 3 years of financial accounting exposure in Corporate Business. Practical knowledge of country and U.S Accounting requirements. Computer literate with good knowledge of Microsoft Office and computerized accounting software, knowledge in SAP will be added advantage. Able to meet stringent reporting deadlines and handle corporate reporting responsibilities. Team player with good communication & interpersonal skills. An independent person with high degree of maturity ,integrity & initiative. Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese is essential to support both Chinese markets and US Corporate team.

This role will require you to work on a Hybrid mode.

Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

Total Benefits

We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to providing them with the resources they need to be successful. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that cares about its employees, then Kimberly-Clark is the place for you.

Flex That Works at Kimberly-Clark

We believe great work happens when people come together with purpose. That's why we offer a flexible work model that blends remote work with intentional in-person collaboration - helping you connect, grow, and innovate while maintaining the balance you value.

And finally, the fine print... For Kimberly-Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world, which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompasses the experiences of our consumers. When you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise.

We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position. Employment is subject to verification of local policies.

No Relocation: This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the role's country only. Kimberly-Clark will not provide relocation support for this role.

Fueled by ingenuity, creativity, and an understanding of people's most essential needs, we're working to find new ways to make a positive impact on the world we share. Kimberly-Clark and its trusted brands, including Huggies, Kleenex, Scott, Kotex, Cottonelle, Poise, Depend, Andrex, Pull-Ups, GoodNites, Intimus, Neve, Plenitud, Sweety, Softex, Viva and WypAll, are an indispensable part of life for people in more than 175 countries by helping individuals experience more of what's important to them. We use sustainable practices that support a healthy planet, build stronger communities, and ensure our business thrives for decades to come. To learn more about the company's 150-year history of innovation, visit kimberly-clark.com.