KERING Senior Accountant - R2R

Kering South East Asia Pte Ltd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury goods organization in Malaysia is seeking a finance professional with strong accounting expertise. The role involves preparing financial accounts, assisting in audits, and supporting internal control processes. Candidates should have a degree in accounting with significant experience in public accounting and MNC environments. Additionally, familiarity with transformational finance projects and applicable tax standards will be beneficial. Join us for a diverse workplace that values talent and adaptability.

Qualifications

• 5 years of working experience with 2-3 years in a public accounting firm (Big 4 preferred).
• Experience with financial systems transformation projects.
• Good knowledge of South-Asia Pacific tax requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accounts for monthly and year-end reporting.
• Assist in year-end statutory reporting and audits.
• Support the Finance Manager with internal controls framework.

Skills

Analytical mindset

People management

Problem-solving

Ability to multi-task

Education

Degree/diploma in accounting

Professional qualification (e.g. ACCA, CPA)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Blackline

Job description

Kering is a global, family‑led luxury group, home to people whose passion and expertise nurture creative houses across ready‑to‑wear and couture, leather goods, jewelry, eyewear and beauty: Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, McQueen, Brioni, Boucheron, Pomellato, DoDo, Qeelin, Ginori 1735, as well as Kering Eyewear and Kering Beauté. Inspired by their creative heritage, Kering’s houses design and craft exceptional products and experiences that reflect the Group’s commitment to excellence, sustainability and culture. This vision is expressed in our signature: Creativity is our Legacy. In 2024, Kering employed 47,000 people and generated revenue of €17.2 billion.

How you will contribute

• Prepare full set of accounts (PL, BS, CF and audit schedules) for the month and year‑end reporting with a strong controllership mindset and ensuring that the financials prepared comply with applicable accounting standards.
• Assist the Finance Manager in all areas relating to year‑end statutory reporting including audits, corporate tax and local regulatory required submissions (includes preparation of audit schedules, financial statements, managing audit queries and issues).
• Fully support the Finance Manager in the roll‑out of Group’s internal controls framework (COSO) policies and processes and participate in any other transformation or process‑improvement projects.
• Support SSC’s objective of becoming 100% paperless (re‑designing controls, practices and processes).
• Assist Manager/Assistant Manager in providing guidance and supervising other team members.
• Assist in decision‑making by providing insights to management.
• Support on driving fast‑close accounting.
• Assist the Finance Manager in taking over a country R2R process, leading and managing stakeholder expectations to align with the global core process.
• Perform any other ad‑hoc assignments, from time to time.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree/diploma in accounting, preferably professional qualification e.g. ACCA, CPA, ICAEW.
• 5 years of working experience with an initial 2–3 years in a public accounting firm (Big 4 highly preferred), followed by 1–2 years of relevant accounting and commercial experience in an MNC environment with a hybrid reporting matrix.
• Candidates without public accounting firm experience but with strong managing accounting and commercial finance experience will also be considered.
• Experience on major transformational projects relating to financial systems and processes (SAP, Oracle, Blackline) is preferred.
• Good knowledge of South‑Asia Pacific countries’ applicable tax requirements and accounting standards.

Soft skills:

• An independent operator and fast learner.
• Self‑driven with a good analytical mindset, agile and inquisitive.
• Ability to multi‑task, work under pressure and/or tight reporting deadlines.
• People‑management.
• Highly meticulous and a problem‑solver.

Why work with us?

Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively, and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.