Regional Financial Accounting Team Lead – Hybrid & Growth

Vistra; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement

Training and development

Hybrid working arrangement

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Optical coverage

Study leave

Professional membership coverage

Job summary

Vistra in Malaysia is seeking a Team Lead - FA to guide the financial accounting team and ensure the accuracy and timeliness of client reports. Based in Malaysia, you will report to the Practice Lead, drive engagement plans, and develop the team to deliver quality service across regional clients.

The role requires 5+ years in accounting leadership, with ERP experience (Navision, Xero, Oracle, SAP) and a proven ability to improve processes within a client service environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of end-to-end accounting functions.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Navision, Xero, Oracle, or SAP.
• Strong English communication; Mandarin a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience leading a team in a client service or SSC environment.
• Professional accounting qualifications preferred (ACCA/MIA/CPA).

Responsibilities

• Oversee accuracy and timeliness of accounting reports and deliverables.
• Prepare and update matters/reports per schedule.
• Respond to client inquiries on accounting and operations.
• Plan engagements to meet client needs and deliver quality service.
• Set team goals and delegate tasks.
• Report to Operations Manager & Practice Lead.
• Review and approve staff work before final accounts.
• Manage client accounting closing processes.
• Support process improvements and workflow efficiency.
• Attend client/management meetings and ensure SOP adherence.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Teamwork

Communication (English)

Ownership & accountability

Delivery focus

Interpersonal skills

Education

SPM/ Diploma/ Degree

ACCA/MIA/CPA (adv)

Tools

Microsoft Navision

Xero

Oracle

SAP

Job description

Vistra in Malaysia is seeking a Team Lead - FA to guide the financial accounting team and ensure the accuracy and timeliness of client reports. Based in Malaysia, you will report to the Practice Lead, drive engagement plans, and develop the team to deliver quality service across regional clients.

The role requires 5+ years in accounting leadership, with ERP experience (Navision, Xero, Oracle, SAP) and a proven ability to improve processes within a client service environment.