Head of Accounting

APAC Michael Page; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the trading industry is seeking a Head of Accounting to ensure compliance with financial regulations while driving initiatives in the SEA market. This role involves leadership over financial reporting, consolidation, and audit coordination, requiring strong managerial skills and a robust accounting background.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification (CPA or ACCA).
• Proven experience in trading/manufacturing sectors.
• Regional exposure within APAC or SEA.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly and quarterly financial reporting.
• Direct quarterly regional financial consolidation.
• Serve as the primary contact for external auditors.
• Support M&A and new business ventures.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

CPA

ACCA

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Job description

The Head of Accounting will oversee the Accounting & Finance department, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and driving strategic initiatives. This leadership role requires strong technical and managerial expertise.

Client Details

Join one of the largest market leaders within the trading industry that is rapidly expanding their footprint within the SEA market.

Description

Oversee Monthly & Quarterly Financial Reporting: Manage timely and accurate month-end and quarterly closing for the SEA Region, including managerial and statutory reporting, with a focus on reconciling flash-to-actual differences and reviewing post-closing reports like AR analysis and FX exposure.

Manage Financial Consolidation and Statements: Direct quarterly regional consolidation, ensuring high-quality financial statement reviews, intercompany reconciliations, and tax schedules, as well as preparing regional consolidation presentations with key financial analysis.

Lead Audit Coordination: Serve as the primary contact for external auditors, coordinating audit scope, planning, and year-end processes to ensure timely completion of financial statements for both group and local statutory filings, while supporting all audit queries.

Provide Regional Financial Leadership: Act as the regional head for all accounting activities, offering leadership and technical guidance, implementing accounting policies and standards, and ensuring compliance with regulations and internal policies.

Support M&A and New Business Ventures: Offer expert advice and support on financial aspects of new business initiatives, mergers, acquisitions, and other technical accounting topics relevant to regional operations.

Profile

A successful Head of Accounting should have:

• A professional accounting qualification such as CPA, ACCA, or equivalent.
• Proven expertise in managing accounting and finance functions in the trading / manufacturing / heavy industrial sector.
• Regional exposure within APAC or SEA is necessary.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills to manage a diverse team.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities to support strategic decision-making.
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems.

Job Offer

• Comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Leadership role with significant influence on organizational success.

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Janice Oon on [phone].
Agensi Pekerjaan Michael Page International (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd | Registration No.914741-W.