RTR Team Lead

Michael Page; Kampung Malaysia Tambahan; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary.

Comprehensive shared services package.

Permanent position based in Kuala Lump

Job summary

Michael Page in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a seasoned Regional Financial Accountant to lead RTR activities in a global finance environment. You will manage month-end close, intercompany processes, and statutory reporting for regional entities.

The role requires 5+ years of APAC experience, an accounting degree (CA/CPA desirable), and strong stakeholder communication. You will mentor teams, optimise processes, and partner with the UK parent to deliver accurate financial results.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English.
• Undergraduate degree in Accounting.
• CA/CPA desirable.
• 5+ years as Regional Financial Accountant in APAC.
• Experience accounting for regional entities.
• Strong stakeholder communication.
• Delivery-focused with service excellence.
• Proficient in MS Office and Outlook.
• Strong presentation and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail, organisation and time management.
• Ability to manage several priorities and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end close and intercompany accounting routines.
• Review monthly reporting, cash forecast, and KPIs for UK parent.
• Monitor cash flow and intercompany payments.
• Prepare and review bank reconciliations and GL reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with local and group policies.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Coordinate with auditors and regulatory bodies.
• Provide financial reporting for group entities.
• Manage direct reports and key stakeholders.
• Lead global projects and continuous improvement.

Skills

English fluency

Stakeholder communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CA/CPA desirable

Tools

MS Office

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

• Opportunities to work in a Global Company

• Attractive Remuneration Package
• Opportunities to work in a Global Company

About Our Client

Putting people at the heart of everything we do. That's our Purpose and it's at the heart of our business. Since our inception in 1976, we have continued to grow and Build on existing strengths and ensuring we hold true to what we are famous for - People. Our global community of 9,000 recruiters live and breathe our core values: We continuously strive to Grow Connections, Earn trust, and ultimately - Make a Difference. At Michael Page, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants from all diverse background

Job Description

Financial Accounting

• Month end closing and processing of all accounting journals - intercompany, prepayment, depreciation, provisions, accruals etc.
• Reviewing of monthly reporting, cash forecast, and group KPIs to the UK (parent company).
• Monitor cashflow and monthly intercompany payments.
• Complete/review the monthly bank reconciliation and investigate any unusual item.
• Complete/review monthly general ledger reconciliations and investigate any unusual item.
• Ensure compliance to company policies and maintain strong internal controls.
• Assist in Budgeting, forecasting, cost control initiatives and variance analysis.
• Tax compliance - Service Tax, GST/VAT, Withholding Tax, Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing.
• Reviewing of audit schedules and liaise with auditors.
• Finalization of Financial Reports and ensure compliance in all statutory reporting.
• Participate and lead global projects.People Management
• Manage direct reports, internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee day to day finance operation, not limited to revenue processing, updates and reporting.
• Ensure bank accounts are properly reconciled on a monthly basis.
• Monitor cash flow, monthly cash report and cash flow forecast to UK.
• Review and post all accounting journals - intercompany, prepayment, depreciation, provisions, accruals etc.
• Preparation of monthly/quarterly/annual group financial results for submission to the UK.
• Review of monthly group KPIs to the UK.
• Oversee monthly intercompany payments.
• Reviewing monthly general ledger reconciliations.
• Oversee local tax compliance in each country for the region.
• Liaise with auditors, bankers, and local government bureaus as required.
• Regular communication with stakeholders, both internal & external.
• Provide assistance to the Finance Directors and stakeholders as required.

The Successful Applicant

A Successful RTR Team Lead Should Have

• Fluency in English
• Completed an undergraduate university degree in Accounting.
• CA/CPA is desirable.
• 5+ years experience as a Regional Financial Accountant in the APAC region.
• Experience in doing the financial accounting for regional entities is desirable.
• Ability to communicate effectively with different stakeholders.
• Committed to deliver to service excellence.
• Strong MS Office and sound knowledge of Microsoft Outlook.
• Strong presentation and analytical skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage several priorities simultaneously.
• As your role within Page Group includes operating as part of a team, you are expected to work as a team member, show appropriate behaviours and respect to all our employees and work with a spirit of co-operation.

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive shared services package.
• Permanent position based in Kuala Lumpur.

Quote job ref: JN-092026-7112871