General Ledger Accountant

Huntsman; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global specialty chemical company is seeking a General Ledger Accountant based in Kuala Lumpur. The role involves preparing journal entries, performing month-end closings, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Candidates must have a degree and at least one year of accounting experience, communication proficiency in English, and a good command of MS Excel. A customer-oriented mindset and the ability to work under tight deadlines are also essential. Join a company that values diversity and offers robust career opportunities.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Diverse work culture

Global presence

Qualifications

• Degree with 1 year of accounting experience.
• Proficient in MS Office; MS Excel is a must.
• Good written and communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries for budget accrual estimation.
• Ensure compliance with USGAAP and SOX guidelines.
• Perform month-end closing and reconciliations.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service oriented

Time management

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Accounting

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

Job description

Job Description

Huntsman Corporation is now looking for a dynamic individual as a General Ledger Accountant. The General Ledger Accountant position is accountable for preparing journal entries relating to budget accrual estimation, prepayment allocation, bank reconciliation, and balance sheet account analysis (reconciliation) which is essential for accurate corporate accounting reporting.

The incumbent will work closely with various stakeholders in multiple countries globally (e.g., Country Accountant, Local Business & etc) to ensure that the accounting service is delivered on time with quality.

The incumbent will also be responsible for ensuring that all daily operational tasks performed are in accordance with USGAAP and Sarbanes Oxley Act (SOX) Control guidelines.

This position will be based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Complete month end closing within timelines
• Perform month-end closing (non‑trade related calculation and journal entries posting) and relevant tasks
• Maintain general ledger data integrity via balance sheet reconciliation and identify issues, unreconciled and aged items
• Generate debit or credit notes (non‑trade) in accordance to SOX control requirements
• Ensure that all tasks performed are SOX & GAAP compliant
• Provide support and service requests from the business globally in a timely manner
• Involve in implementing systems and procedures changes
• Involve in ad hoc projects and migration
• Assist with requests from internal and/or external auditors
• Follow instructions and perform other duties as may be assigned by superior
• Assist other employees in the accomplishment of Huntsman company goals
• Participate in and complete company‑required training programs
• Participate in Environmental, Health, & Safety initiatives as set forth by the company

Qualifications

• Degree with 1 year of accounting experience
• Prior work experience in a shared‑service and accounting environment
• Ability to complete moderately complex tasks under supervision
• Ability to follow standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained
• Ability to exercise judgement and apply job skills, company policies and procedures to complete assigned tasks and resolve repetitive problems
• Proficient in MS Office; MS Excel is a must
• Ability to prioritize and work under tight timelines
• Good written and communication skills in English; ability to work in a diverse culture
• Able to excel in a fast‑paced environment
• Customer service and task‑oriented – committed to responding efficiently to customer needs and delivering quality work at all times
• Experience with accounting systems such as SAP is a plus
• Communicates tactfully and effectively, both verbally and in writing, and maintains effective work relations with those encountered during the course of employment
• Flexibility and adaptability to new instructions and/or dynamic organizational priorities is critical for job success

What can we offer?

Huntsman offers unsurpassed opportunities to build a successful future. We are a global specialty chemical company with locations in 25 countries around the world, employing over 6,000 associates. Our diverse portfolio creates a range of career fields including manufacturing, research and development, technical services, sales and marketing, customer service – and the list goes on.

Here, you can make an impact and make a difference. Come join us.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Huntsman is proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all qualified applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identification, sexual orientation and/or expression or any other characteristic protected by law in every location in which we have facilities, national or local.

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Application Process

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