Accounting Senior Advisor

Quest Software Canada Inc; Cyberjaya; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT management software provider is seeking an experienced Accounting Senior Advisor in Cyberjaya. This role involves monthly accounting close, balance sheet reconciliations, and providing guidance as a team lead. Candidates should have over 6 years of experience and a degree in Finance/Accounting. Benefits include competitive pay, annual bonuses, and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Annual bonuses

Comprehensive health benefits

Flexible work options

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum working experience of 6+ years, preferably in an accounting firm and/or MNC.
• Results-oriented, flexible, enthusiastic, self-motivated, and a team player.

Responsibilities

• Monthly accounting close and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Serve as a team lead providing guidance on complex issues.
• Involvement in statutory audits and corporate tax return preparation.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office applications proficiency

Analytical skills

Time management

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance/Accounting or professional qualification

Tools

Oracle

Job description

Overview

Quest is an award-winning IT management software provider, offering a broad portfolio of solutions that address both common and complex IT challenges. With several global shared service hubs, our Cyberjaya office serves as a key finance and accounting competency center. We are currently seeking an experienced Accounting Senior Advisor to join our team in Cyberjaya.

Responsibilities

• Monthly accounting close and balance sheet reconciliations
• Monthly accounting close includes preparing and posting journal entries, analyzing financial statements and ledger activities, and writing variance analysis.
• This candidate will serve as a team lead to others in the team and provide guidance to team members on complex issues. As a team lead, the candidate is also required to review journals and reconciliations prepared by team members
• This position will require interaction with the operations team and other financial organizations within to drive process improvements, simplification, or other ad-hoc projects
• Involved in CFR (Consolidated Financial Review) analysis and fluctuation commentary
• Perform or support any Control Self Assessment and Internal Control Financial Reporting audit and testing as necessary
• Handle internal & external auditor process on statutory audits and/or quarterly reporting
• Lead the end-to-end statutory audit process, including planning, timeline management, and coordination with external auditors
• Oversee preparation and review the corporate tax return in compliance with local requirements and deadlines.
• Involved in a continuous process improvement and simplification project. Work closely with business partners to rectify exceptions and close all gaps identified
• Maintain compliance with corporate accounting policy and ensure consistent process across the region and globally

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance/Accounting or professional qualification
• Minimum working experience of 6+ years, preferably in an accounting firm and/or MNC
• Excellent communication skills & proficient in English
• Skilled in using Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint etc). Oracle user knowledge is an added advantage.
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, critical thinking
• Strong time management and organization skills with the ability to multitask
• Results-oriented, flexible, enthusiastic, self-motivated, and a team player
• Able to lead & work independently and communicate effectively with all levels of management and staff

Company Overview

Quest Software builds the foundation for enterprise AI with solutions in data governance, cybersecurity, and platform modernization. More than 45,000 companies — including 90% of the Fortune 500 — trust Quest to solve their most critical IT challenges. From securing identities and modernizing platforms to preparing data for AI, we help enterprises unlock their full potential.

Why Quest

At Quest, your work makes an impact. You’ll organizations get AI-ready while building your career with a global team of innovators. We offer:

• Competitive pay, annual bonuses, and top-performer recognition.
• Comprehensive health, family, and retirement benefits.
• Flexible work options, generous PTO, and wellness programs.
• Professional growth through learning platforms, mentorship, and leadership programs.
• Inclusive teams that reflect the world we serve, supported by Employee Resource Groups and our Equality & Inclusion Council.

Quest is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Quest is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Quest are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Quest will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Quest encourages applicants of all ages.

Come join us. For more information, visit us on the web at Quest Careers | Innovate. Collaborate. Grow.