Finance Associate

Keysight Technologies Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.; Penang; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Keysight Technologies Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. is seeking a detail-oriented accounting analyst in Penang to manage inventory and cost accounting processes.

You will prepare, review, and interpret variance reports for Keysight businesses, support monthly close activities, and help resolve issues to optimize cost efficiency across global ERP initiatives. Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply; the role requires strong MS Excel and PowerPoint skills, plus familiarity with data analytics, BI tools, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Economics/Business Admin or related field; professional accounting qualification (ACCA/CIMA/CPA) is a plus.
• Fresh graduates encouraged to apply; internships/university projects are considered an advantage.
• Strong communication, analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
• Self-motivated, eager to learn, and able to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Proficient with MS Excel and MS PowerPoint; data analytics/BI tools are beneficial.
• Exposure to ERP systems (Oracle SAP) through studies or internships is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare/review/interpret analysis and inventory variance reports for Keysight businesses and investigate to provide business solutions.
• Conduct monthly close activities for cost accounting processes.
• Manage/monitor cost accounting helpdesk for inventory-related operations; participate in ad-hoc projects and issue resolution.
• Support corporate and global initiatives concerning inventory and inventory-related automation or ERP upgrades.
• Participate in internal, external, and SOX process audits and walk-throughs/reviews.
• Update inventory-related process documents in Knowledge Portal and department portal for consistency and US GAAP/SOX compliance.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Presentation skills

Self-motivated

Teamwork

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Data analytics

AI/BI knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or professional accounting qualification (ACCA/CIMA/CPA)

Tools

Power BI

Oracle ERP

SAP

Job description

Keysight Technologies Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. 4.6 View all jobs

is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~16,800 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more

Our culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions.We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

Overview

is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~16,800 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more

Our culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions.We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

Responsibilities

Job Description

• Prepare / Review/ Interpret analysis/reports on inventory-related variances for Keysight Businesses and perform investigations and provide business solutions where necessary.
• Performing monthly financial close activities for cost accounting processes.
• Manage / Monitor cost accounting helpdesk for inventory-related operations and participate in ad-hoc work tasks or projects on issue resolution.
• Provide support for Corporate and other worldwide initiatives concerning inventory and inventory-related automation programs or ERP upgrades.
• Participate / Support internal, external and SOX process audits, walk-through and / or reviews.
• Review and update inventory-related process documents in Knowledge Portal and department web portal for consistency and compliance with US GAAP and SOX requirements.

Qualifications

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field; or a professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, or CPA).
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply. Relevant internships, university projects, or extracurricular activities will be an added advantage.
• Strong communication, analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
• Self-motivated, eager to learn, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly MS Excel and MS PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of data analytics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business Intelligence (BI), Power BI, or data visualization tools will be an added advantage.
• Exposure to ERP systems (e.g., Oracle ERP, SAP) through academic projects, internships, or training is preferred.

***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***