Financial Accountant (6 months, up to 10k)

APAC Michael Page; Malaysia; Hybrid; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a Financial Accountant in Malaysia. The role involves overseeing financial reporting processes, preparing reconciliations, and managing lease accounting. Candidates should hold a degree in Accounting or Finance, with professional certification preferred. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement and the chance to develop expertise in the retail industry's financial operations.

Benefits

Hybrid work arrangement

Fixed-term contract

Opportunities for expertise development

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional accounting certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards and tax regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end closing and group reporting.
• Prepare and review Balance Sheet reconciliations.
• Manage IFRS 16 lease accounting.
• Support FP&A analysis and reviews.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent analytical skills

Proficiency in accounting software

Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Professional accounting certification (e.g., ACCA, CPA)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

The Financial Accountant will oversee critical financial reporting and analysis tasks to ensure accurate and timely accounting processes. This role in the retail industry is ideal for professionals who thrive in a structured environment and enjoy contributing to the success of a team.

Client Details

The employer is a well-established large organization in the retail industry with a strong presence in Malaysia. Known for its focus on efficiency and innovation, the company offers a professional environment that values expertise and precision.

Description

• Oversee month-end closing and group reporting, including transition from local GL to HFM
• Prepare and review Balance Sheet reconciliations
• Handle various accounting tasks and journal entries
• Prepare SOX control workpapers for in-scope controls
• Manage IFRS 16 lease accounting and fixed assets
• Oversee DCC outsourced business revenue and cost of sales processes and analysis
• Support FP&A analysis and reviews
• Perform any other ad-hoc tasks as required

Profile

A successful Financial Accountant should have:

• A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional accounting certification or equivalent qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA) is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards and tax regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Attention to detail and excellent analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience in the retail industry is an advantage but not mandatory.

Job Offer

• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility and convenience.
• Fixed-term contract with exposure to a large organization's accounting practices.
• Opportunities to develop expertise in the retail industry's financial operations.

If you are ready to take on this exciting Financial Accountant role, we encourage you to apply today!

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Angie Teh on [phone].