Global GL Accountant | Hybrid, Growth & Impact

Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

5-day work week

Learning opportunities

International environment

Job summary

Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a GL Accountant to oversee end-to-end general ledger activities and ensure compliant reporting for group and statutory purposes. You will support statutory reporting, perform month-end closes, and coordinate internal and external audits.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 2–5 years of accounting experience in a similar GL environment, with strong Excel and ERP system skills. Hybrid work arrangement offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Accounting or Finance.
• 2–5 years of experience in finance accounting and reporting.
• Experience in a General Ledger environment is advantageous.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word and ERP systems (e.g. IFS, SAP, Oracle).
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.
• Additional European/Middle Eastern/Asian language skills are advantageous.
• High level of accountability, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end GL bookkeeping and monthly journal entries.
• Support statutory reporting and tax filings where required.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Perform account reconciliations, analysis, and P&L / balance sheet reviews.
• Monitor cash flow forecasting with Treasury team.
• Coordinate internal and external audits.
• Maintain fixed asset and investment records.
• Support process improvements and assist junior team members.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Cultural awareness

Analytical skills

Attention to deadlines

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

IFS

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a GL Accountant to oversee end-to-end general ledger activities and ensure compliant reporting for group and statutory purposes. You will support statutory reporting, perform month-end closes, and coordinate internal and external audits.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 2–5 years of accounting experience in a similar GL environment, with strong Excel and ERP system skills. Hybrid work arrangement offered.