RTR Associate: Finance Close & Compliance Specialist

Thornton Tomasetti; Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott in Malaysia (Imazium, Selangor) seeks an Associate, RTR to support divisions and countries with understanding entity requirements and processes. The role covers audits, closing activities, and process improvements across the region.

The position requires a accounting/finance degree, strong English, and experience with ERP systems; emphasis on accuracy, data quality, and SOX/GAAP/IFRS compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance; Chartered Accountant preferable.
• Intermediate Excel skills; good with large data volumes.
• Agile with various enterprise systems (e.g. JDE, BPCS, SAP); open to manual processes and process improvements.
• Excellent English communication skills; energetic and innovative with a passion to make things happen.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; passion for data and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Support External/Internal Audit; prepare Financial Statements and Tax schedules.
• Communicate with Divisions to ensure smooth month-end/year-end closing.
• Ensure compliance with Abbott accounting policies and regulatory requirements.
• Perform monthly/year-end closing tasks: journal postings, accruals, reconciliations, product costing, intercompany matters.
• Back-up other team members; update SOPs as required.
• Manage day-to-day activities; monitor inventory provisions; GL vs sub-ledger tie-in.

Skills

English communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

Chartered Accountant

Tools

JDE

BPCS

SAP

Excel

Job description

Abbott in Malaysia (Imazium, Selangor) seeks an Associate, RTR to support divisions and countries with understanding entity requirements and processes. The role covers audits, closing activities, and process improvements across the region.

The position requires a accounting/finance degree, strong English, and experience with ERP systems; emphasis on accuracy, data quality, and SOX/GAAP/IFRS compliance.