Mergers & Acquisition Accounting Manager

APAC Michael Page; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering solutions company in Malaysia is seeking a Mergers & Acquisition Accounting Manager to oversee complex accounting operations and ensure compliance with standards. The role requires a degree in accounting or finance, at least 5 years of experience, and strong interpersonal skills. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity for stability in a global organization.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

Stability and growth opportunities

Work in a global organization

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a public accounting firm.
• Strong understanding of industrial accounting processes.
• Knowledge of US GAAP is a plus but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Oversee compliance with accounting standards for significant activities.
• Conduct due diligence for M&A and assess financial impacts.
• Lead integration/divestiture accounting and stakeholder coordination.

Skills

Technical accounting experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in accounting, finance, or related field

CPA or equivalent certification

Job description

The Mergers & Acquisition Accounting Manager will oversee complex accounting operations and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations. This position requires a strong understanding of industrial/manufacturing accounting processes and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.

Client Details

Our client is a global leader large‑scale engineering solutions. They work closely with major manufacturing, energy, and technology companies to provide critical materials, innovative gas applications, and world‑class project execution.

Description

Your main job duties will include;

• Ensure transactions (capital deployment, M&A, divestitures, and other significant/non‑routine activities) comply with US GAAP and internal finance standards, supported by clear accounting documentation.
• Conduct or support due diligence, assess financial impacts, and identify risks for regional M&A and capital projects in partnership with cross‑functional teams.
• Review agreements and provide accounting insights to guide business negotiations and transaction decisions.
• Lead accurate and timely integration/divestiture accounting, including developing plans, preparing US GAAP opening balance sheets, coordinating stakeholders, and ensuring smooth handover on closing.
• Maintain strong communication with HQ and Technical Accounting teams, providing timely updates and aligning on complex accounting treatments.
• Determine functional currency for new legal entities.
• Assist with implementation of new US GAAP accounting standards.
• Support updates and development of internal finance policies and standards.
• Handle ad‑hoc accounting and project requests.

Profile

A successful Mergers & Acquisition Accounting Manager should have:

• A degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CPA or equivalent is preferred.
• At least 5 years of technical accounting experience in a public accounting firm or auditing.
• US GAAP knowledge is a plus but not mandatory.
• Great interpersonal and communication skills is a must.

Job Offer

• Competitive annual salary.
• Opportunity to work in a global organisation.
• A permanent position offering stability and growth opportunities.

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