Finance Associate - Remote

APAC Michael Page; Remote; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A private investment platform is seeking a Finance Associate to support fund accounting and financial reporting functions. The role involves preparing NAV packs, managing cash flow, and ensuring accurate financial statements. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 3-5 years of relevant experience. This is a fully remote position based in Kuala Lumpur, offering collaboration with senior leadership and broad exposure to fund accounting and audits.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in Fund accounting or asset management.
• Experience in audits and regulatory submissions in a financial context.
• Strong reconciliation and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of financial statements and investor reporting.
• Assist with fund accounting activities such as journal bookings and valuations.
• Conduct cash management activities including bank reconciliations.

Skills

Accounting principles

Fund accounting

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

Financial reporting tools

Job description

The Finance Associate will support the finance, fund accounting, and financial reporting functions of the firm. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate fund accounting, timely investor reporting, and strong financial controls while working closely with the Finance Director and external service providers.

Client Details

Our client is a Singapore-based private investment platform with a strong presence across the Asia‑Pacific region. The organisation focuses on providing financing solutions to established middle‑market businesses. Backed by experienced investment professionals and long‑term institutional capital, it emphasises disciplined origination, structured lending, and prudent risk management. Since its establishment, the platform has built a solid track record through direct investments and partnerships, supporting growth for sponsor‑backed and entrepreneur‑led companies. Recognised by institutional investors for its capabilities in private debt, the organisation offers a professional environment within a specialised and growing segment of the alternative investment space.

Description

• Support the preparation of NAV packs, investor reporting, and monthly/quarterly fund financial statements
• Assist with fund accounting activities, including booking journals, accruals, valuations, and supporting schedules
• Perform cash management activities, including bank reconciliations, payment processing, and cash flow tracking
• Liaise with external fund administrators, auditors, and accountants to support audits and regulatory filings
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of accounting entries, reconciliations, and financial documentation
• Support annual audits, regulatory submissions, and compliance reporting requirements
• Review and validate data received from fund administrators and other third parties
• Maintain proper documentation and audit trails in line with internal controls and regulatory standards
• Support ad‑hoc finance and reporting requests as required by the Finance Director

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• 3‑5 years of relevant experience in Fund accounting, Investment fund audit (Big 4 preferred), fund administration or asset management environment
• Strong exposure to investment funds, NAV reporting, and financial statements
• Solid understanding of fund accounting, valuations, and financial reporting
• Experience supporting audits and regulatory filings
• Strong reconciliation, analytical, and documentation skills
• Proficient in Excel and financial reporting tools

Job Offer

• Contract: 1 Year
• Fully remote role based in Kuala Lumpur
• Close collaboration with senior leadership
• Broad exposure across fund accounting, reporting, and audits

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Ariff Kamri on [phone].
Agensi Pekerjaan Michael Page International (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd | Registration No.914741-W.