Finance Executive (Korean Speaking)

Mi Equipment; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Penang is seeking a Finance Operations Assistant to provide day-to-day support to outsourced professionals in Korea. The ideal candidate will act as a liaison between teams, manage finance operations, and provide Korean-English translation support. Qualifications include a Bachelor's in Finance, proficiency in Korean and English, and strong analytical skills. This role values attention to detail and requires good communication skills to ensure effective operations.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant working experience is preferred.
• Professional qualifications such as MIA/CPA/ACCA/CIMA or similar will be considered a plus.
• Well versed in accounting standards, procedures, and practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day assistance to outsourced professionals in Korea.
• Act as a liaison between Korea team and regional/global teams.
• Support BU Manager in managing finance operations.

Skills

Korean proficiency

English proficiency

Analytical skills

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field

Tools

Finance software

PowerPoint

Job description

Provide day-to-day assistance to outsourced professionals in Korea

Act as a liaison between Korea team and regional/global teams to ensure smooth communication and operations

Review and prepare the Korea entity’s financial statements in HQ-prescribed format

Ensure timely and accurate submission to support SEBU’s consolidated financial reporting

Finance Operations Assistance

Support BU Manager in managing finance operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting

Assist in ensuring compliance with internal control processes

Language & Translation Support

Provide Korean-English translation support across Finance, HR, and Office Operations

Facilitate effective communication between Korean-speaking staffs and non-Korean speaking stakeholders

Cross-Regional Backup Support

Serve as backup support for Taiwan entity and HQ operations when needed

Collaborate with regional teams to ensure continuity of operations during staff absences or peak period

Undertake other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the superior, ensure timely and complete execution to meet the goals and objectives of the company and the Finance department

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field required
• At least 2 years of relevant working experience is preferred
• Proficiency in Korean and English (spoken and written) is required; ability to translate business documents accurately is an added advantage
• Professional qualifications such as MIA/CPA/ACCA/CIMA or similar will be considered a plus
• Well versed in accounting standards, procedures, and practices
• Keep abreast with the latest accounting standards and the relevant regulatory and statutory requirements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Finance software
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Excellent analytical skills with ability to analyze and summarize complex information
• Strong understanding of business and finance principles in order to interpret data and make strategic recommendations
• Appreciate the importance for a high level of accuracy in data produced
• Demonstrate creative and critical thinking skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)