Finance Administrator (General Ledger)

PARKROYAL Langkawi Resort; Kedah; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PARKROYAL Langkawi Resort is seeking a diligent finance professional to manage the General Ledger, post journal entries, and support monthly closings. The role requires attention to detail, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with hospitality finance processes.

The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years in accounting within hotels or resorts, and can collaborate with multiple departments while ensuring compliance with internal controls and statutory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 2-3 years of relevant working experience in accounting or finance, preferably with exposure to General Ledger functions.
• Hospitality experience in 4- or 5-star hotels/resorts is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, General Ledger operations, and month-end closing procedures.
• Hands-on experience in preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and prepayments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with hotel accounting systems is a plus.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet reporting deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for cross-department collaboration.
• Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the General Ledger, ensuring accurate recording of transactions.
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries, accruals, prepayments, provisions, and month-end adjustments.
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and substantiate accounts.
• Assist in preparation and review of monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Coordinate month-end and year-end closing activities and ensure timely reporting.
• Monitor expenses, revenue postings, and account balances for proper classification.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, statutory requirements, and procedures.
• Liaise with departments to obtain financial information and resolve variances.
• Coordinate with auditors and provide schedules and explanations during audits.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting accuracy.
• Perform other finance-related duties as required.

Skills

General Ledger

Journal Entries

Month-end Closing

Financial Reporting

Excel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

ACCA/CPA/CIMA or equivalent

Job description

Nestled on the pristine Pantai Tengah beach, the PARKROYAL Langkawi Resort is an idyllic seaside haven where balance, simplicity and joy come to life, offering the ultimate beach holiday.

Located on the longest stretch of beach in Langkawi, PARKROYAL Langkawi Resort is a collection of 300 modern guest rooms, suites, and 7 spacious exclusive villas, equipped with unique facilities and amenities. Each private villa features a private dip pool with direct access to the beach. Dining options include a speciality restaurant, an all-day dining, an ocean view lounge, and a swim-up bar.

Take a swim at the infinity pool on level 5 overlooking the Straits of Malacca and unwind with a drink or two. Featured amenities include 24-hour front desk, business center, gymnasium and a kids' club. Nourish your soul, body and mind with an invigorating spa treatment at our SUASANA Spa.

The Role

• Maintain and update the General Ledger, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded and comply with established accounting standards and company policies.
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries, accruals, prepayments, provisions, and other month-end adjustments.
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and ensure all accounts are properly substantiated, with discrepancies investigated and resolved in a timely manner.
• Assist in the preparation and review of monthly financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.
• Coordinate and execute month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Monitor expenses, revenue postings, and account balances to ensure proper classification and accuracy of financial records.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, financial policies, statutory requirements, and established accounting procedures.
• Liaise with relevant departments to obtain financial information, investigate variances, and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors, providing the necessary schedules, supporting documents, and explanations during audit exercises.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• Perform other finance-related duties and assignments as required.

Talent Profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. Professional accounting qualifications (ACCA, CPA, CIMA or equivalent) will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 2 - 3 years of relevant working experience in accounting or finance, preferably with exposure to General Ledger functions.
• Previous experience in the hospitality industry, particularly within a 4-star or 5-star hotel or resort, will be an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, General Ledger operations, and month-end closing procedures.
• Hands-on experience in preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and prepayments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel. Familiarity with hotel accounting systems will be an added advantage.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Able to work independently, manage priorities, and meet strict reporting deadlines.
• Possess good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with different departments.
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism.