Associate

Yinson; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Yinson invites applications for a seasoned Accountant to join our Kuala Lumpur finance team. You will process and maintain AP & AR transactions, prepare monthly cash flow forecasts, and support accurate GL postings. You will liaise with suppliers and internal teams to resolve discrepancies and assist with intercompany fund flows.

We value strong analytical skills, advanced Excel, PowerPoint and Word proficiency, and a proactive, detail-oriented mindset in a fast-paced, international environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in accounting, business administration, finance or equivalent.
• Professional qualifications such as ACA, ACCA or equivalent.
• 3–7 years of experience in financial accounting and reporting.
• Experience in multinational organisations or Big 4 is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and financial reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Process and maintain AP & AR transactions with high accuracy.
• Review and update vendor and customer master data.
• Prepare monthly cash flow forecasts and payment analyses.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Review payment proposals, remittances, and bank reconciliations for closings.
• Generate AR invoices and support intercompany fund flows.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and participate in automation initiatives.
• Perform ad hoc matters and other tasks as assigned.

Skills

AP & AR processing

Financial analysis

Regulatory knowledge

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team player

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Accounting degree

ACA/ACCA or equivalent

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

• Process and maintain AP & AR transactions with high accuracy, including vendor invoices, customer billings, and payments, ensuring compliance with financial policies and regulations.
• Periodically review and update vendor and customer master data to maintain accurate records.
• Prepare monthly cash flow forecasts and payment analyses to support sufficient liquidity for payment cycles.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to resolve statement discrepancies, queries, and payment issues.
• Review payment proposals, remittances, and bank reconciliations for monthly closings, ensuring postings to correct general ledger (GL) accounts.
• Generate AR invoices for clients and contribute to intercompany fund flow processes.
• Support process improvements by identifying opportunities for efficiency gains and participating in automation initiatives.
• Perform ad hoc matters arising and perform other tasks that may be assigned from time to time

Requirements

• At least 3 to 7 years of work experience in financial accounting and reporting with a multinational organisation or Big 4 environments; experience in the infrastructure and/or offshore oil and gas space is considered an advantage
• Strong analytical and financial reporting skills, with in-depth knowledge of regulatory standards and complex accounting matters.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; capable of handling complex data and crafting impactful presentations.
• Good communication, presentation and interpersonal skills and the ability to produce well-structured written materials
• A systematic approach to solve complex problems and solution-oriented thinking with a high attention to detail and big picture view
• A high degree of self-motivation, ambitious and hands-on, with an entrepreneurial mindset; a good team player with the ability to engage with people and deliver within tight deadlines and in a fast-paced, international environment
• A good degree in accounting, business administration, finance or equivalent from a recognised university and relevant professional qualifications such as ACA, ACCA or equivalent