RTR Manager

ACCA Careers; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Office near public transport

Job summary

ACCA Careers seeks an RTR Manager in Kuala Lumpur to oversee the Record-to-Report process with a focus on accurate reporting and compliance. The role is permanent with a hybrid work arrangement and easy access to public transport.

You will lead GL transformation, drive governance and risk management, and partner with stakeholders to optimise month-end close and ensure high-quality financial reporting across multiple entities and geographies.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of GL processes and financial close
• Experience leading finance transformation and process improvement
• Strong governance, risk and control mindset
• Proven ability to collaborate with global/process owners and partners
• Leadership experience coaching managers and building teams

Responsibilities

• Lead GL transformation and finance transition initiatives to improve efficiency and scalability
• Collaborate with Global Process Owners and Shared Services to align with global standards
• Strengthen control environment with RACM compliance and internal audit coordination
• Establish governance frameworks, policies, and regulatory compliance across GL
• Provide leadership to manage complex issues, escalations, and service improvements
• Drive KPI-based performance management and service excellence in GL operations
• Own GL service catalogue and operating model, drive standardisation across entities
• Build relationships with stakeholders as trusted business partner for strategic initiatives
• Lead month-end and year-end close optimisation for timely, accurate reporting
• Provide strategic governance for General Ledger operations across regions and countries
• Develop high-performance culture through objective setting and talent development
• Plan workforce and resources via recruitment and cross-training for resilience and growth
• Continuously evaluate structures and models for agility and efficiency to meet needs

Skills

GL processes

Financial close

Governance and controls

Stakeholder management

Process improvement

Leadership

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance/Accounting/Business

Job description

The RTR Manager role in Kuala Lumpur within the technology and telecoms industry focuses on overseeing the Record-to-Report process, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance. This permanent position offers a hybrid working arrangement and proximity to public transport.

Client Details

The SSC is based in Kuala Lumpur.

Description

• Lead and drive the General Ledger (GL) transformation agenda, overseeing finance transition initiatives, process optimisation programmes, and continuous improvement efforts to enhance operational effectiveness, control, and scalability across the organisation.
• Collaborate with Global Process Owners, Shared Services stakeholders, and business partners to ensure GL processes are aligned with global standards, governance requirements, and industry best practices.
• Strengthen the control environment by overseeing risk management activities, internal controls, and Risk and Control Matrix (RACM) compliance, while partnering with Internal Audit and key stakeholders to proactively identify and address control gaps.
• Establish and maintain robust governance frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance, operational integrity, and sustainable process excellence across the General Ledger function.
• Provide leadership in managing complex operational issues and stakeholder escalations, ensuring timely resolution, root cause remediation, and continuous service improvement.
• Drive service excellence through effective performance management, leveraging KPIs, service metrics, and data-driven insights to enhance efficiency, quality, and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Own the GL service catalogue and operating model, identifying opportunities for standardisation, process harmonisation, and service enhancement across all in-scope entities and geographies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, acting as a trusted business partner to align operational priorities with organisational objectives and strategic initiatives.
• Lead initiatives to optimise and accelerate the month-end and year-end close processes, improving cycle times, reporting accuracy, and compliance while supporting timely business decision-making.
• Provide strategic leadership and governance for General Ledger operations across all in-scope entities and countries, ensuring the delivery of consistent, high-quality services and achievement of agreed service levels.
• Establish and drive a high-performance culture by setting clear objectives, performance expectations, and success measures aligned with functional and organisational goals.
• Lead, coach, and develop managers and teams to foster accountability, strengthen technical and leadership capabilities, and enhance overall performance.
• Develop and execute talent management strategies, including succession planning, leadership development, cross-functional exposure, and capability-building initiatives to ensure a sustainable talent pipeline.
• Optimise workforce planning and resource allocation through effective recruitment, talent development, and cross-training programmes to support operational resilience and business growth.
• Maintain overall accountability for attracting, developing, and retaining a high-performing General Ledger organisation that delivers operational excellence and supports the strategic objectives of the Shared Services Centre.
• Continuously evaluate organisational structures, operating models, and resource allocation to ensure agility, efficiency, scalability, and alignment with evolving business requirements.

Profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a recognised professional accounting qualification
• Significant experience within a Finance Shared Services, Global Business Services (GBS), or multinational finance environment
• Has min 3 years of leadership or management capacity.
• Demonstrated success in building, leading, and developing high-performing teams, with strong experience in coaching, succession planning, talent development, and organisational capability building.
• Extensive knowledge of General Ledger processes, financial close and reporting activities, balance sheet governance, accounting controls, and regulatory compliance requirements.

Job Offer

• Hybrid working arrangement for flexibility and balance.
• Convenient office location near public transport.