Korean Speaker - Senior Finance Analyst - RTR (Account Reporting) - WPP SSC MY

WPP; Selangor; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative transformation company in Selangor is seeking a Senior Finance Analyst responsible for accounting processes, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with local regulations. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, 3-4 years of experience, and strong analytical skills. This role offers a collaborative and inspiring work culture, where creativity thrives.

Benefits

Challenging and stimulating work

Scale and opportunity to influence projects

Passionate and inspired colleagues

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 - 2 years of relevant experience in the accounting function for the Analyst role.
• Minimum 3 - 4 years for the senior role.
• Prior experience in Audit and tax is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy in processing general ledger entries and preparing financial reports.
• Work closely with WPP Operating Units Finance to reflect changes in financial statements.
• Liaise with stakeholders to resolve outstanding issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Proactive

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field

Professional accounting qualification (ACCA/CPA/MIA)

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Overview

Korean Speaker - Senior Finance Analyst - RTR (Account Reporting) - WPP SSC MY

Selangor, Malaysia

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities.

Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore.

WPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500.

Our people are the key to our success. We\'re committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.

Why we\'re hiring:

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.

What you\'ll be doing:

2. Key Results / Accountabilities

• 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.

What you\'ll need:

3. Qualification & Experience and Competencies

Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor\'s Degree in Accounting or related field, and/or professional accounting qualification (ACCA/CPA/MIA etc.)
• Minimum 1 - 2 years of relevant experience in the accounting function for the Analyst role
• Minimum 3 - 4 years for the senior role.
• Prior experience in Audit and tax is an added advantage
• Exposure to an MNC working environment and Consolidated Group Accounts will be an added advantage
• Experience in using an ERP system
• Good knowledge of accounting entries, processes, and standards
• Meticulous with attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Teamwork
• Proactive
• Analytical skills
• Problem-solving skills

Who you are:

You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.

You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures for our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.

You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.

What we'll give you:

Passionate, inspired people We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.

Scale and opportunity We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.

Challenging and stimulating work Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?

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We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That\'s why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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