Financial accounting manager – Strategic Accounting

Micron Semiconductors; Kampung Sekolah Simpang Ampat; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company located in Penang, Malaysia is seeking a Financial Accounting Manager to join their Strategic Accounting team. This role involves leading projects that drive digital transformation, ensuring compliance, and managing cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in accounting, proficiency in digital tools, and over 5 years of experience in SAP ERP. This position offers the opportunity to work in an innovative environment that values collaboration and excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience in digital transformation, automation, and AI adoption.
• 5+ years of experience in SAP ERP with process automation.
• Experience in Six Sigma, LEAN thinking.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional projects for automation and AI implementation.
• Build and update dashboards for key performance metrics.
• Ensure compliance with internal reviews and audits.

Skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Project management expertise

Proficiency in digital tools

Analytical approach

Strong communication skills

Collaborator engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

CPA or ACCA certification

MBA or equivalent experience

Tools

Power Automate

UiPath

Power BI

Snowflake

SAP ERP

Job description

Financial accounting manager – Strategic Accounting

1mo ago , from MICRON SEMICONDUCTOR ASIA OPERATIONS PTE LTD

Join our Strategic Accounting team to guide digital transformation and governance excellence. At Micron, you will find an outstanding chance to work in an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. As a Financial Accounting Manager, you will hold a meaningful role crafting the future of our finance operations. Your work will help us maintain leadership in the dynamic technology sector.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management / Data Analysis Focus

• Lead all aspects of large, cross-functional projects, ensuring world‑class execution.
• Build and update dashboards for reviewing key performance indicators.
• Continuously review the relevancy of critical metrics to market trends, benchmarking against outstanding entities.
• Research, benchmark, and analyze data to make actionable recommendations for the shared service industry.
• Drive continuous process improvement for shared services, evaluating progress and determining functional focus and metrics for success.

Digital Collaboration & Efficiency

• Lead and manage cross‑functional projects to successfully implement automation and AI solutions that boost efficiency.
• Identify and deploy AI opportunities within scope, ensuring a flawless execution.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to leaders and projects, driving digital transformation.

People Focus

• Build and foster long‑term partnerships within the organization and with cross‑functional partners.
• Plan and lead engagement activities and special events to improve team collaboration.
• Lead people development training programs to ensure world‑class performance.
• Quickly assess and address challenges that hinder organizational efficiency and team performance.

Governance & Assurance

• Ensure compliance and strengthen governance through internal reviews, audits, and effective control management.

Key Skills & Proficiencies

• Flexibility and adaptability to handle dynamic priorities.
• Proven project management expertise with strong execution capability.
• Proficiency in digital tools (Power Automate, UiPath, AI, Power BI, Snowflake, and other automation platforms).
• Analytical approach with experience in dashboard/reporting.
• Strong communication and collaborator engagement skills.
• Outstanding collaborator with experience in a dynamic organization.
• Ability to explain financial matters succinctly to non‑finance personnel.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, or equivalent are an advantage.
• Hands‑on experience in digital transformation, automation, and AI adoption.
• Strong collaborator management skills and ability to work independently.
• Over 5 years of experience in SAP ERP, including proven experience in process automation.
• Experience in Six Sigma, LEAN thinking.
• Additional certifications in Project Management or Digital Tools are highly desirable.
• MBA or equivalent experience preferred.