Finance Executive - GL

ShopBack; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

ShopBack, Asia-Pacific’s leading shopping, rewards, and payments platform, is seeking a General Ledger Finance Executive to join our finance team in Kuala Lumpur. You will manage the general ledger, ensure accurate recording of transactions, and support monthly closes, while collaborating with multiple departments to maintain financial integrity.

We value initiative and precision; you will drive GL process improvements, support audits, and stay up to date with accounting standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Proven work experience in a GL accountant or general accounting role.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and month-end close processes.
• Adept at navigating ERP systems and Oracle NetSuite expertise considered a significant asset.
• Demonstrated use of AI tools to improve workflow efficiency.
• ACCA (part-qualified or pursuing) is a plus.
• Experience supporting multi-market or regional finance operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities, including preparation of journal entries and monthly management account.
• Conduct analysis of financial data in management account to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather necessary information and support.
• Provide support during internal and external audits, including preparation of audit schedules and responding to audit inquiries.
• Stay updated with changes in accounting standards and regulations to ensure compliance and recommend necessary adjustments.
• Provide guidance and accounting advice to team members whenever necessary.
• Identify opportunities to improve GL processes and drive efficiency through automation and AI tools

Skills

GL accounting

General accounting

Journal entries

Month-end close

ERP systems

AI tools

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Oracle NetSuite

Job description

Our Journey

The ShopBack Group is Asia-Pacific’s leading shopping, rewards, and payments platform, serving over 20 million active members across 13 markets. In 2025, the Group continued its global growth with its expansion into North America. Driven by the vision to make every day more rewarding, ShopBack is dedicated to saving members money and time, and delivering delight every day. The platform also enables merchants and brands to engage with their members in a cost-effective manner. Founded in 2014, ShopBack now powers over US$5.5 billion in annual sales for over 20,000 online and in-store partners, and has rewarded shoppers with more than US$900 million (over S$1 billion) in Cashback to date. Through its innovative offerings, ShopBack continues to create value for both members and merchants. Notably, its payment solution, ShopBack Pay, offers members a convenient and rewarding payment option at checkout.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our finance team as a General Ledger (GL) Finance Executive. As a GL Finance Executive, you will play a key role in managing the financial activities of the organization, ensuring accurate recording and reporting of financial transactions, and maintaining the integrity of the general ledger. You will collaborate closely with various departments within the organization to provide financial insights and support decision‑making processes.

What You'll Own

• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities, including preparation of journal entries and monthly management account
• Conduct analysis of financial data in management account to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to gather necessary information and support.
• Provide support during internal and external audits, including preparation of audit schedules and responding to audit inquiries.
• Stay updated with changes in accounting standards and regulations to ensure compliance and recommend necessary adjustments.
• Provide guidance and accounting advice to team members whenever necessary.
• Identify opportunities to improve GL processes and drive efficiency through automation and AI tools

What We're Looking For

Must-have:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Proven work experience in a GL accountant or general accounting role, preferably in shared services and audit.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and month‑end close processes
• Adept at navigating ERP systems and specialized accounting platforms, with Oracle NetSuite expertise considered a significant asset.
• Demonstrated use of AI tools to improve workflow efficiency

Nice-to-have:

• ACCA (part‑qualified or pursuing) is a plus
• Experience supporting multi‑market or regional finance operations

ShopBacker Traits

• Agency - We take ownership and act, rather than waiting for permission. When something's blocking progress, we find a way through it and follow through until it's done.
• Judgement- We aim for high‑impact decisions, not just easy wins, and we put the bigger picture ahead of individual interests. That means moving quickly and confidently, while staying thoughtful about when a call really matters.
• Learning Velocity - We pick up new skills fast and let go of old habits just as quickly when something better comes along. We benchmark ourselves against the best and keep raising our own bar.
• Tenacity - We stay in it when things get hard, keeping a level head under pressure. We debate openly before deciding, then commit fully — and support each other along the way.

What's in it for ShopBackers

• Career growth opportunities to take on greater challenges that help you realise your ambitions.
• Be part of a winning team on a journey to global scale.
• Competitive compensation based on performance.
• Candid, open, and collaborative culture where feedback is valued.