APAC Senior Accountant — Global Finance HQ

BD Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Waters in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a qualified finance professional to lead month-end close and maintain the general ledger in a fast-paced, multinational environment. You will prepare journal entries, perform reconciliations, support audits and statutory filings, and collaborate with shared service teams to drive process improvements.

Bachelor’s in accounting/finance and professional qualification are advantageous; SAP FI/CO experience preferred; strong analytical and communication skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent) is an advantage but not mandatory.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting processes.
• Hands-on experience with month-end close, reconciliations, audit support, and statutory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities within agreed timelines.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and other accounting adjustments.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Support accounts receivable and payable processes.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and resolve reconciling items promptly.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and responding to queries.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, statutory requirements, and company policies.
• Assist with statutory filings, tax reporting, and other regulatory compliance activities.
• Monitor accounting transactions to ensure internal controls are followed.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders and shared service teams to resolve accounting issues.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Contribute to finance transformation initiatives and system enhancement projects as required.

Skills

Month-end close

Reconciliations

Audit support

Analytical skills

Independent worker

Cross-functional collaboration

Deadline-driven

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/Finance

Professional accounting qualification (CA/CPA/ACCA) advantageous

Tools

SAP FI/CO

Job description

Waters in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a qualified finance professional to lead month-end close and maintain the general ledger in a fast-paced, multinational environment. You will prepare journal entries, perform reconciliations, support audits and statutory filings, and collaborate with shared service teams to drive process improvements.

Bachelor’s in accounting/finance and professional qualification are advantageous; SAP FI/CO experience preferred; strong analytical and communication skills