Offshore Accountant / Finance Executive

athGADLANG; Remote; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company is seeking an Offshore Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting operations and assist with month-end closures for their Oman-based finance team. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, along with 3–5 years of accounting experience and familiarity with GCC entities. Responsibilities include transaction processing, reconciliations, and reporting support under remote supervision. Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting systems is required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on accounting experience.
• Prior experience supporting GCC / Middle East entities is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations and assist with month-end closures.
• Perform monthly bank and cash reconciliations.
• Assist in the monthly closing of accounts for assigned entities.
• Work closely with the Oman-based accountant to align on workflows.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent working under remote supervision

Verbal and written communication in English

Proficiency in MS Excel

Experience with accounting/ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or Commerce

Part-qualified ACCA / CA Inter / CMA

Job description

Role Purpose

The Offshore Accountant will support the Oman-based finance team by managing day-to-day accounting operations and assisting with month-end closures for assigned entities. The role is designed to reduce operational workload on the onshore team, improve reporting timelines, and ensure accurate accounting records under remote supervision.

Key Responsibilities

1. Transaction Processing & Daily Accounting

Record daily receipts and payments (cash, cheques, and bank transfers). Maintain petty cash records with proper documentation and controls. Post receipt and payment adjustment entries as required. Ensure accurate and timely general ledger postings.

2. Reconciliations & Financial Controls

Perform monthly bank reconciliations and cash-on-hand reconciliations. Reconcile supplier and customer ledgers on a monthly basis. Verify supplier invoices and reconcile them with Statements of Account (SoA). Identify, explain, and clear reconciliation variances in a timely manner.

3. Month-End Closing & Reporting Support

Assist in monthly closing of accounts for assigned entities. Prepare monthly rebate entries for customers. Support the preparation of monthly management and performance reports. Ensure financial data is available on time for management review and compliance.

4. Coordination & Offshore Workflow Management

Work closely with the Oman-based accountant to align on workflows, priorities, and deadlines. Ensure proper handover of accounting data, schedules, and reconciliations. Maintain clear documentation to support audits and internal reviews.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or Commerce. Part-qualified ACCA / CA Inter / CMA preferred. 3–5 years of hands-on accounting experience. Prior experience supporting GCC / Middle East entities is highly desirable. Strong understanding of: General ledger accounting, Bank, supplier, and customer reconciliations, Month-end close processes.

Skills & Competencies

Strong attention to detail with a reconciliation-focused mindset. Ability to work independently under remote supervision. Good written and verbal communication skills in English. Comfortable handling of multiple entities and strict deadlines. Proficient in MS Excel and accounting/ERP systems (ERP exposure is a plus).