General Ledger Accountant

First Solar

Kulim

MYR 100,000 - 150,000

Job description

FIRST SOLAR MALAYSIA SDN BHD

Kulim, Kedah

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Permanent
RM2500-RM2999
Normal Hour
Bachelor's or Equivalent
Other manufacturing

Occupation: Accountant
Positions: 2
Applied: 31
Open until: 23 May 2024
Date posted: 13 days ago

Basic Job Functions:This position performs the accounting for routine and certain complex business transactions and executes key processes involved in the global accounting close. This position analyses quantitative information to identify solutions and supports special projects. Candidate must have basic knowledge of accounting procedures, concepts and principles accepted in the United States (“U.S. GAAP”) or other regional bases of accounting.Essential Functions & Responsibilities:Prepare or review journal entries, including entries related to accruals, prepaids, cash clearing, derivatives, marketable securities, warranty, and recycling obligations.Perform month-end close activities, including the execution of the foreign currency remeasurement/translation process and the global consolidation process using ERP and/or reporting systems.Prepare or review balance sheet account reconciliations.Ensure that financial transactions are recorded in the appropriate legal entity and record intercompany cross-charges, balance netting, and settlements.Support the preparation of statutory financial statements with associated footnotes and schedules.Support the audit of statutory and consolidated financial statements and internal controls.Support special projects and identify improvements by performing financial data analysis and providing recommendations to senior associates.Provide on-the-job training to junior members of the team.Solve or provide solution to simple issues.Experience:3-5 years combined experience working for a public company and/or a public accounting firm with relevant experience in financial accounting, general ledger, month-end close, consolidation, and intercompany accounting.General understanding of internal controls and SOX complianceWorking knowledge of major ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, etc.), preferred.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including a high degree of proficiency in Excel.Education:Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting (required).Master’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or other related fields (preferred).CPA, CA, or other equivalent professional certifications (preferred).Required Skills/Competencies:Process oriented with outstanding attention to detail.Good interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)Attitude and willingness to learn and develop skills.Highly motivated, accountable, results oriented.Resourceful and comfortable working with ambiguity.

Company

Other manufacturing

More than 250 employees

Kedah - Kulim - 09000

A leading global provider of comprehensive PV solar solutions which use its advanced module and system technology.