Mandarin Speaker - Senior Finance Analyst RTR (GL&Reporting)

WPP; Selangor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global advertising firm in Selangor, Malaysia, seeks a General Ledger Reporting professional proficient in Mandarin. This role involves managing period-end closes, fixed asset accounting, and various financial reporting duties. Ideal candidates have 1-4 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and a bachelor's degree in accounting. The company promotes a collaborative culture, encouraging creativity and inclusivity, offering hybrid work arrangements.

Benefits

Opportunity for creative projects

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of relevant experience in accounting for Analyst roles.
• 3–4 years of experience for Senior roles.
• Prior experience in audit and tax is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy and timeliness in processing general ledger entries.
• Work closely with OpCo Finance to reflect all changes in financial statements.
• Clear aged balance sheet items in collaboration with OpCo.

Skills

Fluent in Mandarin (read/write/speak)

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills

Meticulous with high attention to detail

Proactive and self-driven

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field

Professional qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, MIA)

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Selangor, Malaysia

General Ledger Reporting (RTR)

The role will responsible for period end close activities, fixed asset management, intercompany transactions, bank transactions, balance sheet reconciliation, financial and management reporting, local statutory and tax support for WPP subsidiaries.

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 escape 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.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field, and/or professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, MIA).
• 1–2 years of relevant experience in accounting for Analyst roles.
• 3–4 years of experience for Senior roles.
• Prior experience in audit and tax is an added advantage.
• Exposure to MNC environments and consolidated group accounts is beneficial.
• Experience with ERP systems (Added Value).
• Fluent in Mandarin (read/write/speak)
• Strong knowledge of accounting entries, processes, and standards.
• Meticulous with high attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Proactive and self-driven.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Who you are

We’re 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.

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.

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?

#LI-Onsite

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.

Company Address: Level 14, Surian Tower. No.1 Jalan PJU 7/3 Mutiara Damansara 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia.

Public Transport: Surian Tower, Level 14 (reachable via MRT Mutiara Damansara, next to The Curve).

Parking Facility: Surian Tower Parking, RM9.00 Maximum charge per day.