Korean Speaker | Accounts Reporting, Payable, Receiveable (GL/AP/AR)

WPP Business Services Sdn Bhd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Selangor is looking for a Korean-speaking Analyst to handle accounting responsibilities such as managing general ledger entries, preparing financial reports, and resolving Aged balance sheet items. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Accounting and relevant experience, along with strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Competitive salary and supportive work environment offered.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant accounting experience required.
• Experience with consolidated group accounts is advantageous.
• Must be meticulous and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Process general ledger entries and manage bank transactions.
• Prepare financial reports and reconcile balance sheets.
• Collaborate with various teams to resolve outstanding issues.

Skills

Korean language proficiency

English language proficiency

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

ERP systems

SOX compliance knowledge

Job description

Korean Speaker | Accounts Reporting, Payable, Receiveable (GL/AP/AR)

GL - Account Reporting (RTR)

Overview

The role will be responsible for period-end close activities, fixed asset management, intercompany transactions, bank transactions, balance sheet reconciliation, financial and management reporting, and local statutory and tax support for WPP subsidiaries. Able to speak, read and write in KOREAN.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy and timeliness in processing general ledger entries, fixed assets transactions, banking transactions, preparing financial and management reports, balance sheet reconciliation, and supporting local statutory and tax (direct and indirect) in accordance with WPP policies and procedures, local accounting standards and requirements.
• Work closely with WPP Operating Units (OpCo) Finance to understand current activities and ensure all changes are reflected in financial statements.
• Collaborate with OpCo to clear aged balance sheet items.
• Regularly track and resolve outstanding issues being identified and escalate to relevant parties as necessary.
• Liaise with internal/external stakeholders as and when necessary.
• Ensure service level agreements (SLA) and monthly performance and productivity KPIs are met.
• Ensure the ownership of all applicable internal controls related to RTR processes.
• Proactively work with the Team lead/manager to identify, propose, and implement continuous process improvement opportunities in existing processes.
• Participate in continuous process improvement projects and plans.
• Involvement in ad hoc activities or projects.

Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field, and/or professional accounting qualification (ACCA/CPA/MIA, etc.).
• Minimum 1 - 2 years relevant experience in the accounting function for the Analyst role. Prior experience in Audit and tax is an added advantage.
• Exposure to the MNC working environment and Consolidated Group Accounts will be an added advantage.
• Experience in using an ERP system; Knowledge of SOX and local regulations.
• Able to speak, read and write in KOREAN. Fluent in English.
• Good knowledge of accounting entries, processes, and standards. Meticulous with attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork; proactive and analytical with problem-solving abilities.

Accounts Payable and Receiveable (PTP/OTC)

Purpose of Role

Bill and Pay is part of a team responsible for performing day-to-day tasks within the Billing and Payable function, covering Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Billing, Cost Allocation and Reconciliation as well as the Month End Closing process and some other specific accounting activities related to the stream. The Senior Analyst will be required to handle activities for any of the subfunctions within the OTC and PTP functions as assigned by the Finance Operations Manager. This position will work with management to drive the implementation of global process initiatives to streamline and/or automate the PTP and OTC process, which includes system enhancement and process improvement.

Able to Speak, Read and Write in KOREAN.

Accounts Receivable & Billing

• Identify client billing processes and document accordingly for reference; review and finalize invoices with required supporting documentation.
• Approve and post accounting entries; dispatch invoices and supporting documentation to clients per billing process.
• Review and finalize drafts for credit notes or raise credit notes with necessary documentation; dispatch credit notes to clients.

Accounts Payable & Invoice Processing

• Receive and file vendor invoices; ensure documentation; process invoices in line with WPP policies and SOX; post invoices, credit memos, and ensure timely processing per SLA/KPI.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve discrepancies with OpCo; reconcile vendor statements and intercompany transactions.
• Manage month-end close related activities and ensure proper intercompany postings.

Other Responsibilities

• Resolve issues, respond to client/vendor queries, and escalate as needed; drive AR aging reporting and review calls with OpCo.
• Ensure quality, accuracy, and timely delivery of scope in line with SLAs/KPIs; handle high-complexity issues with limited guidance.
• Support system enhancements, UAT, migrations, data mapping or cleansing; participate in improvement projects.
• Comply with accounting principles, company policies, SOPs, TOM, and internal/external regulations; mentor new team members as needed.

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