Finance Specialist [VBA and Automation] - Record to Report (RTR)

WPP Business Services Sdn Bhd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Finance Specialist to standardize and simplify Record to Report processes. This role involves managing month-end RTR processes, ensuring compliance with policies, and acting as a Subject Matter Expert in systems and operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance and accounting, with expertise in Excel VBA and ERP systems. Join a company that values creativity and innovation, offering a collaborative environment where your contributions can make a significant impact on the team's success and the overall financial operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in General Ledger operations.
• Bachelor's Degree in Finance or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end RTR process and ensure timely completion.
• Provide training and best practice sharing on RTR-related processes.

Skills

Excel VBA

Power Query

Power Automate

Power BI

General Ledger operations

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance

Professional qualification (ACCA/CPA/MIA)

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Finance Specialist [VBA and Automation] - Record to Report (RTR)

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The RTR Specialist is an individual contributor. The incumbent is responsible for standardizing & simplification of RTR processes and is the Subject Matter Expert (SME) in systems and processes. He/She to ensure accurate and timely recording, collection, and processing of all general accounting and reporting, fixed assets, statutory accounting, and direct and indirect tax transactions while adhering to policies and procedures, including Target Operating Model (TOM), Service Level Agreement (SLA) & Internal Control Financial Reporting (ICFR).

2. Key Results / Accountabilities

Record To Report:

• Manage month-end RTR process as a reviewer to ensure timely completion of closing and reporting
• Be the Subject Matter Expert to assist the team in understanding the systems and operations
• Ensure all processes align with TOM & SLA
• Partner with Team Lead/Assistant manager/Manager to ensure the team’s accurate and timely delivery of general accounting and reporting, fixed assets, statutory accounting, and direct and indirect tax services (i.e. journal postings, GL maintenance, report preparation, reconciliations, tax submissions, etc.) in accordance with SLAs
• Partner with the Team Lead in resolving outstanding issues and escalate to the Finance Operations Assistant Manager/Manager and necessary parties if required
• Provide training and best practice sharing to the team on RTR-related processes, policies, and systems
• Support Manager in client relationship management including Service Review Meetings, KPI, SLA
• Backup for team members
• Liaise with internal/external stakeholders as and when necessary
• Implement best practices and proactively identify, propose, and implement continuous improvement opportunities in existing processes within the team
• Participate in continuous process improvement projects and plans roll out internally, region, and global

Others:

• Involve in managing transition activities with the Project Team
• Involve in ad hoc activities or project
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Manager

3. Qualification & Experience and Competencies

Education and Experience

• A Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field, and professional qualification (ACCA/CPA/MIA etc.)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in General Ledger operations
• Shared service center experience
• Experience in using ERP system
• Well versed in Excel VBA, Power Query, Power Automate, Power BI, etc.

Competencies and Skills

• Proficient in speaking, reading, and writing Japanese, with Mandarin as an additional skill (Good to have)
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Strong interpersonal and people management skills
• Collaborative and team-oriented
• Assertive and confident in communication
• Skilled in problem-solving and critical thinking

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Company Overview

WE ARE THE CREATIVE TRANSFORMATION COMPANY. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities.

WPP has started its operation for Finance Shared Service in Malaysia since 2015. WPP Business Services Sdn Bhd (WPP SSC Malaysia) based in Mutiara Damansara supports Asia Pacific region, providing finance and accounting services to WPP group companies. It is a 100% owned subsidiary of WPP Group. Its primary business activities are the provision of finance and accounting processing services for all WPP Group operating companies in Malaysia as well as in various countries in Asia Pacific.

WPP’s leading global agency networks – across all communications, experience, commerce and technology disciplines.

• Public relations and Public Affairs

• Brand Consulting

Through our companies and associates, WPP offers a comprehensive and, when appropriate, integrated range of communications services to national, multinational and global clients. Our major networks include The Brand Union, Ogilvy Group, Ogilvy Commonhealth Worldwide, JWT, Grey, Group M, Young & Rubicam, Mindshare, Maxus, MediaCom, MEC, TNS, Research International, Millward Brown, Hill & Knowlton, Burson Marsteller, Wunderman and WPP Digital. Across 110+ countries, WPP employs 115,000 people (including associates). It services 307 of the Fortune 500 companies, and all 30 of the Dow Jones 30. WPP won Creative Company of the Year at Cannes Lions 2022 (second year in a row), 6th in the FTSE 100 Rankings for Women on Boards (2022: 8th), Leader in the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index, and 100% in the Human Rights Campaign Foundation Equality Index (2021: 100%)

Our purpose:

Building better futures for our people.We invest in our people’s future, create inclusive working environments, and build cultures based on the values of openness, optimism and a commitment to extraordinary work.

Building better futures for our planet.We’re using our creativity, expertise, relationships and scale to help build a more sustainable and equitable world.

Building better futures for our clients.We bring together talented people, unrivalled capabilities and outstanding creativity to deliver transformational results for our clients.

Building better futures for our communities.The work we do with charities and NGOs – often on a pro-bono basis – and with our government and commercial clients can bring about change for the better in our communities.

Read more at www.wpp.com/about

Company Overview

WE ARE THE CREATIVE TRANSFORMATION COMPANY. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities.

WPP has started its operation for Finance Shared Service in Malaysia since 2015. WPP Business Services Sdn Bhd (WPP SSC Malaysia) based in Mutiara Damansara supports Asia Pacific region, providing finance and accounting services to WPP group companies. It is a 100% owned subsidiary of WPP Group. Its primary business activities are the provision of finance and accounting processing services for all WPP Group operating companies in Malaysia as well as in various countries in Asia Pacific.

WPP’s leading global agency networks – across all communications, experience, commerce and technology disciplines.

• Public relations and Public Affairs

• Brand Consulting

Through our companies and associates, WPP offers a comprehensive and, when appropriate, integrated range of communications services to national, multinational and global clients. Our major networks include The Brand Union, Ogilvy Group, Ogilvy Commonhealth Worldwide, JWT, Grey, Group M, Young & Rubicam, Mindshare, Maxus, MediaCom, MEC, TNS, Research International, Millward Brown, Hill & Knowlton, Burson Marsteller, Wunderman and WPP Digital. Across 110+ countries, WPP employs 115,000 people (including associates). It services 307 of the Fortune 500 companies, and all 30 of the Dow Jones 30. WPP won Creative Company of the Year at Cannes Lions 2022 (second year in a row), 6th in the FTSE 100 Rankings for Women on Boards (2022: 8th), Leader in the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index, and 100% in the Human Rights Campaign Foundation Equality Index (2021: 100%)

Our purpose:

Building better futures for our people.We invest in our people’s future, create inclusive working environments, and build cultures based on the values of openness, optimism and a commitment to extraordinary work.

Building better futures for our planet.We’re using our creativity, expertise, relationships and scale to help build a more sustainable and equitable world.

Building better futures for our clients.We bring together talented people, unrivalled capabilities and outstanding creativity to deliver transformational results for our clients.

Building better futures for our communities.The work we do with charities and NGOs – often on a pro-bono basis – and with our government and commercial clients can bring about change for the better in our communities.

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