Finance Analyst

Detmold Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global packaging company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Finance Analyst to support an ERP implementation project focusing on data migration and reconciliations. This role will lead data migration efforts and ensure smooth reconciliations across business functions. Candidates should have a degree in finance or accounting and strong analytical skills. The position also offers opportunities for professional growth in a supportive, inclusive environment.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Inclusive workplace

Innovative work environment

Qualifications

• Meticulous attention to detail with strong analytical thinking.
• Strong English-language verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in a role involving reconciliation and issue resolution.

Responsibilities

• Lead data migration of all open records for the ERP project.
• Ensure timely and accurate reconciliation of systems.
• Support in remapping the chart of accounts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Time management

Education

Degree in finance or accounting

Job description

About the Role

Finance Analyst

The Detmold Group is undertaking a project to Replace their Group Wide ERP System. This Project has a further 18 months before completion. This is a role to initially support the ERP Implementation project primarily around Data Migration & reconciliation, investigating and resolving issues and supporting business functions in other reconciliations, for example ensuring all deliveries are invoiced and accurate.

The role encompasses reconciliations from across the business, including Sales, Manufacturing & Finance.

At the conclusion of the Project, the role would transition into a similar Group Commercial role supporting the businesses with balance sheet reconciliations, supporting financial analysis and general trouble shooting.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading data migration of all open records (e.g. AP, AR, Inventory) – from preparation and cleanse, and resolution of any issues.
• Working with the Commercial Leads to ensure the timely and accurate reconciliation of the new system to the legacy system.Including business splits for our internal reporting.
• Support the Commercial Leads in remapping the chart of account, enabling the timely upload of the opening Trial balance.
• Lead the Process of transitioning the Existing Fixed Asset registers into the new Software, including ensuring appropriate data structures & reconciling with the Commercial Leads after migration.
• Establish a standard process for the month end process, including what can be automated and/or centralized.Train and support the Commercial Leads on the process.
• Following implementation, monitor transactions & balance sheets for issues – including interim or out of cycle balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support the business with any other reconciliations required to ensure successful implementation.
• Support the business to check for data gaps and update as appropriate, focusing on areas of financial importance which drive the general ledger.
• Support the business in other transactional areas as required.
• Work with team members to manage identified Issues within the Finance stream through to resolution.

What You’ll Bring

• Degree or higher – or the equivalent, preferably in finance, accounting
• Meticulous attention to detail with strong analytical thinking
• Ability to work with diverse teams and key internal and external stakeholders in the organization.
• Strong English-language verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to bridge technical and business worlds.
• Experience in a role involving reconciliation and issues resolution.
• Demonstration of outstanding communication skills internally and externally, across teams, functions and levels.
• Demonstration of attention to detail, strong organization and planning skills.
• Pro-active worker and able to manage own time.
• Proactive communication to multiple stakeholders
• Ability to learn new software and technology, getting up to speed quickly
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Live into Detmold Group’s strategic themes and company values at every opportunity.
• Champion health and safety practices at work for themselves and all others, including wearing PPE where appropriate, taking all necessary action to ensure best practice, policies and procedures are upheld, and obeying reasonable instructions relating to health, safety, and wellbeing.

Why Join Us?

At Detmold Group, we’re committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and high-performing workplace. You’ll be part of a team that values innovation, supports professional growth, and makes a meaningful impact across our global operations.

About Us

The Detmold Group is a family-owned and operated global business, partnering with some of the world’s largest and most iconic food and retail brands to create world-class packaging for a better tomorrow.

Our business is focused on making a positive impact for our people, our partners and our planet whilst keeping our customers at the core of everything we do. Relentlessly looking for ways to improve quality, service, and efficiency, we are driven to improve the way the world experiences packaging.

If you would like to provide a cover letter as part of your application, please attach it to your resume and upload as one document.