Manager, General Accounting

Becton Dickinson; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD) is seeking an experienced senior accountant leader to direct general ledger, close processes, balance sheet reconciliations, and governance across a multinational setup. The role requires driving improvements, coordinating with regional finance teams, and ensuring robust internal controls.

Ideal candidates have strong US GAAP/IFRS knowledge, SAP experience, and a track record of leading outsourced accounting partners while guiding cross-functional stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8-10 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Minimum 5 years of people leadership experience.
• Experience in a regional or global Shared Services environment.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and/or IFRS.
• Experience managing outsourced service providers and cross-functional stakeholders.
• SAP experience required; BlackLine experience is an advantage.
• Professional accounting qualification (CPA, CA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger activities and ensure accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial records.
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities to ensure timely financial reporting.
• Oversee balance sheet and subledger reconciliations; drive remediation of aged items and discrepancies.
• Ensure SOX compliance and maintain internal control framework; liaise with auditors.
• Lead outsourced accounting service providers and monitor KPIs/SLAs.
• Provide leadership and coaching to accounting teams and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Drive accounting process standardization across ERP platforms and regions; pursue automation opportunities.
• Lead accounting-related projects and integration of acquired businesses.

Skills

Technical accounting

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Process improvement

Global collaboration

Leadership & coaching

US GAAP/IFRS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

BlackLine

Job description

We are the people who give possibilities purpose BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description

General Accounting & Financial Close

Oversee general ledger activities and ensure accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial records. Review and approve journal entries, including accruals, reclasses, payroll, stock compensation, and expense-related postings. Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities to ensure timely financial reporting. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, corporate policies, and internal controls.

Balance Sheet Reconciliation & Controls

Oversee balance sheet and subledger reconciliations, ensuring timely resolution of discrepancies. Drive analysis and remediation of aged items, abnormal balances, and recurring issues. Monitor and manage accruals, prepayments, amortizations, and other key balance sheet accounts. Prepare and review quarterly balance sheet reconciliations and flux analysis.

Audit, Compliance & Governance

Ensure compliance with SOX requirements and internal control frameworks. Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external audits. Partner with auditors and stakeholders to address audit findings and strengthen control effectiveness. Maintain a robust governance framework across all accounting processes.

Third-Party Provider Management

Lead and govern outsourced accounting service providers to ensure quality, timeliness, and compliance. Monitor performance against established KPIs, SLAs, and operational objectives. Drive service improvements and manage escalations effectively.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

Provide leadership, coaching, and performance management to accounting teams and BPO partners. Collaborate with Regional Shared Operations, Corporate Finance, Business Units, Controllers, and Technical Accounting teams. Provide accounting guidance across multiple legal entities and regional operations. Communicate financial and operational updates to senior leadership.

Process Improvement & Transformation

Drive accounting process standardization across multiple ERP platforms and regions. Identify and implement automation opportunities and efficiency improvements. Support finance transformation initiatives, acquisitions, system implementations, and process integration activities. Maintain accurate and audit-ready process documentation and operating procedures.

Project Management

Lead accounting-related projects and strategic initiatives. Support integration of acquired businesses into existing accounting processes and controls. Ensure successful delivery of projects aligned with business objectives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8-10 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Minimum 5 years of people leadership experience.
• Experience in a regional or global Shared Services environment.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and/or IFRS.
• Experience managing outsourced service providers and cross-functional stakeholders.
• SAP experience required; BlackLine experience is an advantage.
• Professional accounting qualification (CPA, CA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) is preferred.

Key Skills

• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting expertise.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication abilities.
• Proven experience driving process improvement and automation.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across global teams and cultures.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development capabilities.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, multinational environment.
• Flexibility to support global operations and teams working across different time zones.

Why Join Us?

Join a high-performing global finance organization where you'll have the opportunity to lead strategic accounting operations, drive transformation initiatives, influence regional finance decisions, and help shape the future of finance excellence.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Primary Work Location MYS Kuala Lumpur - Jalan Kerinchi