Accounting Manager

Sika Deutschland GmbH; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and industrial product company in Malaysia seeks an Accounts Payable Manager to oversee the AP team and manage financial reporting. This role requires a degree in Accounting/Finance, at least 8 years of experience, including managerial responsibilities, and strong leadership skills. The successful candidate will support financial operations, lead audits, and maintain compliance while contributing to overall financial health and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years work experience, including at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Accounts Payable (AP) team, ensuring timely payments.
• Manage year-end audits and coordinate with auditors.
• Conduct operating expense analysis for departments.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Management skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

To assist the Finance and Accounting Manager in all aspects of accounting and reporting, with primary responsibility for Accounts Payable.

1. Lead the Accounts Payable (AP) team, overseeing the posting, verification, and processing of AP transactions to ensure accurate and timely payments.
2. Organize and coordinate the annual stock count, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
3. Ensure timely and complete financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports.
4. Manage year-end audits, including coordination with external auditors and timely completion of audit deliverables.
5. Conduct operating expense (OPEX) analysis and provide insights to respective departments upon request.
6. Arrange SICS documentation in coordination with relevant departments.

Your expertise - Our strength

• Degree or professional qualification in Accounting/Finance.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems.
• Minimum of 8 years of work experience, including at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Good interpersonal and management skills.
• Ability to work independently and a commitment to delivering quality outcomes.

About Sika

Sika was first established in Malaysia in 1989, with full operations commencing in 1991 through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Sika Kimia Sdn Bhd. The company has since gained a leading position in Malaysia, recognized for its construction and industrial products used locally and internationally.

Our construction sector activities cover a broad range of projects, including infrastructure, buildings, institutional facilities, and manufacturing plants. We serve direct customers such as concrete producers, contractors, and distributors through our central sales & marketing office in Bangsar South and a network of sales offices across Malaysia.

In 2014, our presence expanded with the opening of the Ipoh Plant to meet growing customer demands.

In Malaysia, our Industry Division is a market leader in the automotive glass replacement sector (AGR), with the "Sikaflex" brand recognized for quality and reliability. We are an approved supplier to top German car manufacturers like Mercedes Benz and BMW. Sika provides total bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection solutions for various transportation and industrial applications.

Sika Kimia Sdn Bhd employs over 400 staff across various departments including Sales & Marketing, Technical Service, Finance, HR & Administration, Laboratory, Production, Purchasing, Customer Service, and Warehouse.