Associate Manager - Accounting

PPG Industries (UK) Limited; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the industrial sector is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager for their Asia operations. The role involves managing general accounting activities, ensuring compliance with financial policies, and leading a team. Candidates should have a strong background in accounting with leadership experience, and proficiency in financial systems like SAP and Oracle. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and development in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of functional experience in accounting.
• 2-3 years of experience as a people manager.

Responsibilities

• Supervise month-end closing activities and prepare internal management reporting.
• Lead development and adherence to financial policies and procedures.
• Provide support and training to team members.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Oracle

Job description

You are responsible for managing the general accounting activities for Asia. In this position, you will support the planning, organizing, reporting, process improvement, and adherence to controls. You will need to ensure accurate and timely transactions with efficient and effective processes related to general accounting. You will report directly to General Ledger Accounting Manager, Asia Pacific.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise month end closing activities, review account analysis & bank reconciliation and prepare the internal management reporting while acting as liaison for all internal and external audits.

• Work cross functionally with IT to ensure primary financial systems are functioning accurately to meet business needs and enforce to policy.

• Design, development, and adhere to key performance indicators while promoting efficient and effective and standardized processes in all general accounting areas.

• Lead all aspects of the development, implementation, and adherence to all financial policies and procedures to ensure a strong business control environment.

• Attend to issues and queries from various departments.

• Improve the engagement and develop the team members. Provide support/guidance and training to subordinates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or equivalent education with 7+ years of functional experience and knowledge.

• Min 2-3 years of experience as people manager

• Strong PC skills with a proficiency in Microsoft Office products, SAP and Oracle.

• Knowledge in QAD is an added advantage.

• Good proficiency in English & Mandarin Language

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

About us:

Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday – everyday.

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The PPG Way
Every single day at PPG:
We partner with customers to create mutual value.
We are “One PPG” to the world.
We trust our people every day, in every way.
We make it happen.
We run it like we own it.
We do better today than yesterday – everyday.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email [e-mail].

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