Global Liabilities & Prepayment Associate Accountant (Mandarin Speaker),

Baxter International Inc.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Baxter International Inc. is seeking a Global Liabilities & Prepaid Associate Accountant in Malaysia. You will manage liabilities and prepaid accounting within the shared service center, collaborating with finance and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate reporting and timely close.

The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in major reporting tools. Travel may be required for regional/global initiatives, and the environment emphasizes accountability and

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience in a multinational environment and/or audit.
• Good knowledge of US GAAP.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and a flexible, can-do mindset; diplomatic.
• Fluent in both written and spoken English.
• Strong reporting with MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Prepare manual journals with adequate supporting documentation.
• Complete account reconciliations in Blackline per deadlines.
• Respond to queries from local country finance.
• Provide audit support as needed.
• Support regional and global reporting (Balance Sheet & P&L Flux).
• Assist monthly/quarterly/annual close processes.
• Ensure adherence to policies and controls; support process improvements.
• Support local, regional and global projects as required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

English fluency

US GAAP knowledge

Multinational experience / audit

Education

Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting or part-qualified ACCA/CIMA/CPA

Tools

Blackline

JDE

Alteryx

W-Desk

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

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

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally.