Global Liabilities & Prepayment Associate Accountant (Mandarin Speaker)

ACCA Careers; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Baxter in Malaysia is seeking a Global Liabilities & Prepaid Associate Accountant to manage liabilities and prepaid accounting within our shared services framework. The role requires strong US GAAP knowledge, solid analytical skills, and collaboration across finance and non-finance teams to support monthly close, reporting, and process improvements.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of relevant experience, proficiency with JDE, Blackline, and Excel, and the flexibility to travel internationally as

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years of professional experience.
• Proven experience in a multinational environment and/or audit.
• Good knowledge of US GAAP.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare manual journals as needed with adequate supporting documentation.
• Complete assigned account reconciliations in Blackline per deadlines.
• Respond to queries from local country finance in a timely manner.
• Provide audit support as needed.
• Support regional and global reporting requirements such as monthly Balance Sheet & P&L Flux analysis.
• Support monthly/quarterly/annual close processes.
• Ensure adherence to policies, audits, and local regulations; strengthen financial controls.
• Support local, regional, and global projects; look for continuous process improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting

Part qualified ACCA/CIMA/CPA

Tools

JDE

Blackline

Alteryx

W-Desk

Job description

This is where your work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

Summary

• The Global Liabilities & Prepaid Associate Accountant is responsible for the liabilities and prepaid accounting within the shared service centers process.
• The role requires understanding of complex accounting matters, quick problem-solving skills and strong collaboration with other finance and non-finance teams.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepare manual journals as needed for related activity with adequate supporting documentation
• Complete assigned related account reconciliations in Blackline per established deadlines
• Respond to queries from local country finance in a timely manner
• Provide audit support as needed
• Support regional and global reporting requirements such as monthly Balance Sheet & P&L Flux analysis
• Support monthly/quarterly/annual close processes
• Ensure adherence of processes to company's policies and procedures, internal and external audit requirements and local rules and regulations; support strengthening of financial processes and controls
• Support local, regional, and global projects, as required
• Maintain focus on continuous process improvement opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant professional experience.
• Proven experience in a multinational environment and/or audit
• Good knowledge of US GAAP
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills, diplomatic, flexible and “can do” mind-set
• Fluent in both written and spoken English
• Strong reporting tools including MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Education And/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting or part qualified ACCA/CIMA/CPA
• Ability and willingness to travel internationally as required
• Experience in JDE, Blackline, Alteryx and W-Desk is an advantage
• Additional hours at critical times (e.g., month-end) may be required. Also, and on an exceptional basis, the role may require work on public holidays