RTR Controllership Specialist (Supporting EMEA)

CBRE; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a RTR Controllership Specialist to join their dynamic team in Kuala Lumpur. This role focuses on managing accounting processes and controls for the EMEA Advisory Close and Oversight team. You will ensure compliance with SOX controls, oversee intercompany reconciliations, and collaborate with finance teams to enhance reporting systems. If you are a detail-oriented professional with strong accounting knowledge and a passion for process improvement, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in a shared service environment.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and control frameworks.
• Professional qualifications such as CA, CPA, ACCA, or CIMA.

Responsibilities

• Manage the consolidation process and ensure timely delivery of key information.
• Oversee close task submission and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Collaborate with various finance teams for oversight of transactions.

Skills

CA, CPA, ACCA, CIMA

Accounting principles

Excel proficiency

Data analysis

IFRS knowledge

US GAAP knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

PeopleSoft

Coupa

Trintech

Job description

RTR Controllership Specialist (Supporting EMEA)

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Location:
CBRE KL BSO, Bangsar South

Role Summary

This role is responsible for the accounting processes and controls for our EMEA Advisory Close and Oversight team, partnering with the EMEA Reporting Lead. Responsibilities include posting journal entries, intercompany reconciliation, balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring on-time and accurate month-end close cycles, and group reporting. The focus is heavily on month-end reporting and close process management, ensuring compliance with SOX controls, processes, and accounting policies. The role also involves working with various finance teams to oversee transactions, allocations, and intercompany transactions across countries.

Job Description:

• Manage the consolidation process to ensure timely delivery of key information to internal and external stakeholders
• Assist in preparing consolidated Balance Sheet Flux, Completion Memo, NON-GAAP memo, and support corporate reporting
• Oversee close task submission to One Stream
• Prepare and process top-side journal entries in One Stream, if required
• Oversee submission of account reconciliations and close tasks in Cadency
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations, and implement best practices
• Participate in internal and external audits, providing documentation and explanations
• Assist in implementing and improving financial reporting systems and tools
• Support technical accounting analysis
• Collaborate with Business Finance, Local Finance, Corporate, and SOX control teams
• Support IC accountant in overseeing intercompany mismatches in One Stream
• Maintain strong internal controls and develop processes to ensure compliance
• Ensure all close responsibilities and checklists are completed monthly
• Continuously improve processes within the Close and Oversight Team
• Partner with the EMEA Reporting Lead on projects such as new system implementations, acquisitions, and ICO projects
• Complete any ad hoc tasks assigned by the supervisor

Required Skills and Experience:

• Professional qualifications such as CA, CPA, ACCA, CIMA, etc.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a shared service environment within a complex organization
• Ability to perform operational tasks and work global hours
• Proficiency in Excel and data analysis
• Proficient in English, both oral and written
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, IFRS, US GAAP, and control frameworks like SOX
• Understanding of finance systems and integrations (experience with Peoplesoft, Coupa, Trintech is a plus)
• Excellent business acumen, multitasking, and prioritization skills
• Ability to work independently, with problem-solving skills and technical aptitude for controls and error identification