Liabilities Associate Accountant (1 Year Contract)

Baxter; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Liabilities Associate Accountant to join their team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in preparing and recording journal entries related to indirect purchases globally. Your analytical skills and attention to detail will be vital as you verify expense accruals and support regional and global reporting requirements. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with finance teams and contribute to process improvements in a dynamic environment dedicated to saving and sustaining lives. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and thrive in a multinational setting, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant professional experience in accounting or finance.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and experience in multinational environments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and record manual journal entries for indirect purchases.
• Verify expense accruals and complete account reconciliations.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Collaboration

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting

Part qualified ACCA/CIMA/CPA

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

JDE

Blackline

Alteryx

W-Desk

Job description

This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You'll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.

Baxter's products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work.

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives—where your purpose accelerates our mission.

Summary

• The Liabilities Associate Accountant is responsible for preparing and recording manual journal entries tied to Indirect Purchases across the globe.
• The role requires understanding of complex accounting matters, quick problem-solving skills and strong collaboration with other finance and non-finance teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare manual journals for various expense accruals with adequate supporting documentation.
• Verify expense accruals created by procurement systems such as Coupa are booked and any errors are properly followed-up and fixed during the month-end Close cycle.
• Respond to queries from local country finance in a timely manner.
• Complete assigned account reconciliations in Blackline per established deadlines.
• Provide audit support as needed.
• Support regional and global reporting requirements such as monthly Balance Sheet & P&L Flux analysis.
• Support monthly/quarterly/annual close processes and work closely with Regional Controllership teams.
• Ensure adherence of processes to company's policies and procedures, internal and external audit requirements and local rules and regulations; support strengthening of financial processes and controls.
• Support local, regional, and global projects, as required.
• Maintain focus on continuous process improvement opportunities.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1-2 years of relevant professional experience.
• Proven experience in a multinational environment and/or audit.
• Good knowledge of US GAAP.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills, diplomatic, flexible and “can do” mind-set.
• Fluent in both written and spoken English.
• Strong reporting tools including MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting or part qualified ACCA/CIMA/CPA.
• Ability and willingness to travel internationally as required.
• Experience in JDE, Blackline, Alteryx and W-Desk is an advantage.
• Additional hours at critical times (e.g., month-end) may be required. Also, on an exceptional basis, the role may require work on public holiday.

Reasonable Accommodations
Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

Candidates must be resident in Malaysia, or have the right to work in Malaysia.