Finance Manager - Record To Report

Altera; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Altera is seeking an experienced RTR leader to establish and manage Record-to-Report operations in Penang, Malaysia. The successful candidate will oversee the general ledger, month-end close, and ensure compliance with accounting standards across multiple entities.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting, relevant professional certifications, and over 12 years of experience in general accounting and reporting. The role provides an opportunity to lead a high-performing team and drive financial transformation.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of relevant experience in general accounting, reporting, and tax compliance.
• Hands-on experience in SSC setup, transitions, or finance transformation projects preferred.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with accounting standards (US GAAP is a plus).
• Exposure to system implementations or process transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the setup and operational management of RTR functions.
• Oversee general ledger accounting and month-end close.
• Drive standardization and process optimization across global finance operations.
• Support ERP implementation and finance transformation initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Financial reporting

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or equivalent

Professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, MIA, ICAEW or equivalent)

Tools

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle)

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a seasoned RTR leader to establish and lead Record-to-Report operations. This role will oversee general ledger, month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany accounting, consolidation, fixed asset accounting, and statutory reporting processes across multiple entities and regions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the setup and operational management of RTR functions within the CAO
• Oversee:
  • General ledger accounting
  • Month-end and year-end close
  • Balance sheet reconciliations
  • Intercompany accounting
  • Financial reporting support
  • Fixed assets management
• Drive standardization and process optimization across global finance operations
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, corporate policies, and SOX requirements
• Support external and internal audits
• Partner with business units, FP&A, tax, treasury, and external auditors
• Develop and monitor KPIs, close calendars, and service delivery metrics
• Support ERP implementation, migration and finance transformation initiatives
• Lead process documentation and internal control enhancement initiatives
• Build and mentor a high-performing RTR organization

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or equivalent
• Professional qualification required: ACCA, CPA, MIA, ICAEW or equivalent
• 12+ years of relevant experience in general accounting, reporting and tax compliance.
• Hands‑on experience in SSC setup, transitions, or finance transformation projects preferred
• Strong knowledge and hands‑on experience with accounting standard (experience with US GAAP is a plus)
• Exposure to system implementations or process transformation initiatives
• ERP knowledge (SAP/Oracle preferred)
• Strong analytical, leadership, and stakeholder management skills

Job Type

Regular

Shift

Shift 1 (Malaysia)

Primary Location

Penang 15, Penang, Malaysia

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.