General Ledger Manager

DIC (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

DIC (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. is seeking a Senior Finance & Accounting professional to lead the Shared Services Centre, standardizing accounting processes and centralizing transactions to support the group’s global infrastructure.

You will oversee policies, monthly management reporting, GL, AP/AR, inventory reconciliations, and drive automation, with a focus on people leadership and stakeholder management. This role is based in Shah Alam, Malaysia, and requires strong collaboration with regional

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline.
• Professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CIMA or equivalent is preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant Finance & Accounting experience, with strong experience in General Ledger, financial reporting, month-end closing and account reconciliations.
• At least 3 years of supervisory or managerial capacity, with proven team leadership and people management experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and process improvement skills.
• Good stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel, SAP experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Standardize and centralize accounting transactions across the SSC.
• Establish accounting policies and procedures to ensure postings are accurate and compliant.
• Oversee vendor and customer creation and maintenance with tax and e-invoicing per policies.
• Provide timely monthly reports to Management and highlight concerns.
• Manage AP/AR aging, GL liability reconciliations, and inventory analysis.
• Drive process improvements and automate SSC service delivery.
• Coordinate with auditors and provide required information.
• Lead and coach SSC team to drive growth and value.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Process improvement

Communication

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance

ACCA/CPA/CIMA (preferred)

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Responsible in the standardization and centralization of accounting related transactions as part of DIC’s Management Plan to establish a global infrastructure and system to facilitate the implementation of business strategies.

Establishes and maintains accounting policies and procedures to ensure all accounting postings are accurate, timely, and compliant with DIC’s policies and internal control requirements.

Set overall functional expectations to meet management and business targets while maximizing productivity and cultivating a strong focus on achieving critical business objectives and targets;

Provide oversight of vendor and customers creation and maintenance while taking into account of all tax implications and electronic invoice processing in accordance DIC’s policies; Ensure proper controls, safeguards, contingency plans and segregation of duties are in place;

Provide timely and accurate monthly reports to Management for review and highlight any concerns if needed;

Manages the accounts payable aging analysis, accounts receivables aging analysis, inventory analysis and reconciliation of general ledger liability accounts;

Drive functional excellence and continuous improvement of SSC service delivery by increasing productivity, constantly review process improvements, and optimize automation opportunities to facilitate the implementation of high quality and effective new services for improved efficiencies;

Compiles and communicates relevant information in response to requests from external and internal auditors;

Acts as knowledgeable resource to provide leadership and technical direction for projects and information needs related to accounts payable and other accounting associated accounting issues;

Provides leadership and coaching of individuals to promote career development in the SSC team. Attract, develop, recognize and retain talent needed to drive SSC to higher level of growth & value add to the DIC Group.

Job Requirements

Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.

Professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CIMA or equivalent is preferred.

Minimum 8 years of relevant Finance & Accounting experience, with strong experience in General Ledger, financial reporting, month-end closing and account reconciliations.

Good understanding of accounting standards, internal controls and audit requirements.

At least 3 years of experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity, with proven team leadership and people management experience.

Strong analytical, problem-solving and process improvement skills.

Good stakeholder management and communication skills.

Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel, SAP experience is an advantage.

Experience in a Shared Service Centre (SSC) or regional finance environment is an advantage.