General Ledger (GL) Accountant (1 year contract)

Integrated Health Plans Sdn Bhd; Bayan Lepas; Hybrid; MYR 78,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Integrated Health Plans Sdn Bhd is seeking a General Ledger Accountant on a 1-year contract based in Bayan Lepas, Penang. The role sits in our Finance Department and offers a hybrid working arrangement with the shared services team.

The candidate will manage GL entries, month-end close, reconciliations and financial reporting, with experience in GL review or supervisory capacity preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience including 2 years in GL review or supervisory capacity.
• Degree holder with membership in a recognised accounting body is preferred.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office Suite required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee GL entries for two entities and ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Manage month-end close, reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Support system migration projects and data integrity.
• Handle monthly accruals and balance sheet analysis.
• Coordinate with FP&A for reconciliations and schedules.
• Ensure accurate revenue and expense recording and postings.

Skills

GL accounting

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

General Ledger (GL) Accountant (1 year contract)

We are looking for a General Ledger (GL) Accountant to join our Finance Department on a 1-year contract basis. This is a hybrid role based in Bayan Lepas, Penang, offering the opportunity to work with our shared services team.

The role will be responsible for general ledger activities, month-end closing, reconciliations, financial reporting and other accounting activities. If you have strong GL accounting experience and are looking for an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic finance team in a hybrid working environment, we would love to hear from you.

Duration: 12 months

Expected commencement: October 2026

Key Responsibilities

Oversee GL entries for two entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Review and streamline work processes for efficiency.

Support system migration projects and ensure data integrity.

Handle monthly accruals and analyse balance sheet items.

Work with the FP&A team on account reconciliations and schedules.

Ensure accurate recording of revenue and expenses.

Review postings for accuracy and compliance.

Record receipts and reconcile AR ageing.

Perform and reconcile bank statements.

Complete month-end closing activities on time.

About You

Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience, including at least 2 years in a GL review or supervisory capacity.

Degree holder, preferably with membership in a recognised accounting professional body.

Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently, collaboratively and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.