General Ledger Specialist

JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global food and beverage company in Malaysia is seeking a GL Specialist responsible for managing all accounting activities, including P&L, balance sheets, and statutory reporting. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, at least 5 years of related experience, and knowledge of IFRS and SAP. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for collaborating with various business units and ensuring compliance with internal controls.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in finance, preferably in manufacturing or FMCG.
• Knowledge of IFRS and compliance requirements.
• Experience with statutory reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support accounting activities for marketing and sales units.
• Liaise with external service providers for outsourcing.
• Prepare and report P&L and balance sheets according to IFRS.

Skills

Financial analysis

Communication

SAP R3

IFRS knowledge

Operational control

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP BPC

Job description

The GL Specialist is handling all Accounting activities of the FEC. This includes various tasks which are the basis for Corporate and statutory reporting as well as legal requirements. He/she acts as a contact for the Controlling departments of Branded Consumer, Food Solutions, Food Ingredients and Operations (MU’s), local HR, local Tax people as well as Corporate functions.

Responsibilities / Key Activities

• Support Marketing & Sales Unit and Manufacturing Unit in accounting activities
• Liaise with external service provider for relevant outsourced accounting activities
• Timely and adequate monthly creation and reporting of P&L, balance sheets IFRS and set up of financial reporting statements according statutory accounting rules
• Process accurately.
• Provide analytical support and data.
• Work in a timely and consistent manner.
• Apply and check against standard company procedures.
• Prepare reliable forecasts and track and report on variances in the process.
• Analyze issues and risks that require additional investigation by performing thorough analysis in conjunction with project teams.
• Executes ad-hoc analyses for business needs and/or pro-actively.
• Maintain fully compliance to internal control framework.
• Control and report on operational expenses of the clustered shared services team.

Qualifications

• Academic Program: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance (or related field).
• MIA member (nice to have)
• Experienced: At least 5 years in professional experience in finance, preferably similar role in manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• Skillset:
  • Working experience with relevant controlling background
  • Knowledge of IFRS and on compliance
  • Knowledge of SAP R3 and SAP BPC preferred
  • Knowledge on statutory reporting and regulations requirements
• Personal traits: You have a structured approach, a driven and energetic personality, excellent communication and people skills, and the ability to work both in a team and independently.