Assistant Manager General Ledger

Teleport; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic financial services firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a hands-on Assistant Manager, General Ledger to lead accounting operations and drive finance transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will manage general ledger activities, lead process optimizations, and enhance team performance in a fast-paced environment. A minimum of 5–7 years of accounting experience in Asia, along with strong project management skills and a relevant degree, is essential for this role.

Benefits

Fast-paced, high-growth environment

Opportunities to shape shared service models

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience across multiple countries in Asia.
• Proven experience in group consolidation across multiple jurisdictions.
• Strong track record in projects related to process transition and system migration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full GL close cycle and ensure compliance and timeliness.
• Oversee group consolidation and ensure accuracy of financial statements.
• Drive standardisation and consistency across entities and regions.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance

Professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, CA)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

NetSuite

Job description

We’re looking for a hands-on, forward-thinking Assistant Manager, General Ledger to lead our accounting operations and play a key role in building our shared service capabilities. This isn’t a “keep the lights on” role — it’s for someone who loves driving change, leading teams, and improving processes in a fast-moving environment.

You’ll oversee our general ledger and consolidation activities while steering finance transformation initiatives such system migration, process optimisation, and the transition into a shared service model.

If you thrive in dynamic settings where you can make things better, faster, and smarter — we’d love to have you on board.

Why You’ll Love Working Here?

• Be part of a finance transformation journey from the ground up.
• Fast-paced, high-growth environment where ideas move quickly to execution.
• Opportunities to shape the shared service model and build a legacy of operational excellence.
• Work with passionate, driven people who thrive on solving real problems together.

General Ledger & Consolidation

• Lead the full GL close cycle and monthly close processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.
• Oversee group consolidation and ensure accuracy of financial statements in compliance with accounting standards (e.g. MFRS/IFRS).
• Drive standardisation and consistency across entities and regions.
• Review journal entries, reconciliations, and intercompany transactions.
• Lead statutory and management reporting cycles, including audit coordination.

Finance Transformation & Shared Services

• Be a key player in transitioning GL and reporting processes into a shared service model.
• Lead and manage system and process migration projects (ERP and automation tools).
• Build and implement best-in-class processes and controls that scale with growth.
• Champion continuous improvement, using data and tech to streamline workflows.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accountants and senior analysts.
• Collaborate closely with FP&A, AP/AR, and business units to resolve issues and deliver insights.
• Act as a trusted finance partner to management — clear, proactive, and solution-oriented.

Financial Analysis & Insights

Deliver meaningful financial insights that support decision-making and performance improvement.

Identify process bottlenecks and recommend practical, scalable solutions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline; professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, CA, or equivalent) preferred.
• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience across multiple countries in Asia.
• Proven experience in consolidation across multiple entities and jurisdictions.
• Strong track record in project management, particularly in process transition, system migration, or shared service setup.
• Familiarity with major ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite) and consolidation tools.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong leadership and people development capabilities.
• Strong analytical skills with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable operating in a fast-changing, high-growth business environment.
• Fluency in English required; proficiency in other regional languages is a plus.