Country Chief Accountant (Japanese/Korean Speaker)

F. Hoffmann-La Roche Gruppe; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare company is seeking a finance professional in Petaling Jaya. The role involves coordinating month-end closures, maintaining financial accuracy, and managing treasury matters. Candidates should possess a degree in finance or accounting with at least 5 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in SAP and excellent communication skills are essential. Join us and be part of a diverse team committed to advancing healthcare.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, with at least 3 years in an accountant role or audit.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, audit, and taxation.
• Proficient in English; Japanese/Korean language skills are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing activities.
• Perform analytical review of profit and loss accounts and balance sheets.
• Manage master data and prepare statutory tax calculations.

Skills

Financial accuracy

Analytical review

Communication skills

Relationship management

Proficiency in English

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce or equivalent

ACCA, CPA Australia or other professional qualifications

Tools

SAP

MS Office tools

Job description

Roche fosters diversity, equity and inclusion, representing the communities we serve. When dealing with healthcare on a global scale, diversity is an essential ingredient to success. We believe that inclusion is key to understanding people’s varied healthcare needs. Together, we embrace individuality and share a passion for exceptional care. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

You will be:

• Coordinate with SSC KL Finance teams (AP, GAMA, AR, TR, T&E, Compliance and Procurement) and execute month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing activities to ensure timely and accurate closure of accounts in compliance with month-end close checklist.
• Perform analytical review of profit and loss accounts and balance sheet, accountable for the financial accuracy of the affiliate’s Financials. Responsible for all Internal Controls of Financial Reporting (ICFR) documentation and internal controls matters, acting as owner for the ICFR tools – INVOLVE and BWISE.
• Review monthly balance sheet reconciliation – follow up on open items and rectify any anomalies encountered. Submit other reporting packages accurately and within specified timelines, e.g., Sustainability, Insurance reporting. Responsible for IFRS 16 Leasing-related matters, e.g., SimSol /Planon. Review and approve all manual journal entries for posting by SSC KL team. Responsible for all management accounting aspects, e.g., Period cost allocation, COPA allocation, SSC allocation, etc.
• Accounts Receivables / Accounts Payables: Responsible for all aspects of Accounts Receivables – review and approve manual billings, review debtors aging and determine follow-up actions, ensure all sales-related activities are reported timely and accurately. Responsible for all aspects of Accounts Payables – review and approve vendor invoices, payments, etc.
• Treasury: Manage cash flow - forecast current and future cash flow requirements and arrange necessary fund transfers. Responsible for treasury matters such as FX deals, credit facilities, payment requests, banking matters.
• Master Data: Manage master data including Chart of Accounts, Cost Center, Profit Center, WBS, vendor & customer master data, UCI, etc. Other activities include: preparation of statutory taxes calculations and reconciliations, tax reporting, liaising with Tax Consultant, preparing audit schedules, participating in audits, and responding to audit queries. Identify, recommend, and implement operational improvements. Serve as the main contact for SSC KL Finance teams and FM for financial matters and advisory.

Who you are :

• A degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce or equivalent. ACCA, CPA Australia or other professional qualifications are advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, including at least 3 years in an accountant role or audit. Knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, audit, and taxation.
• Proficiency in SAP and MS Office tools. Meticulous, independent, proactive, and able to meet tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey ideas clearly. Proven relationship management skills with diverse stakeholders. Influencing skills and adaptability to dynamic environments. Willingness to travel as required.
• Proficient in English; Japanese/Korean language skills are an advantage.

Who we are

At Roche, over 100,000 people across 100 countries are advancing healthcare frontiers. Our success is driven by innovation, curiosity, and diversity.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.