RtR Team Lead - Global Accounting & Process Improvement

Alfa Laval; Petaling Jaya; Hybrid; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Alfa Laval is seeking an experienced RtR Lead to manage day-to-day accounting operations in Malaysia. You will lead Reporting and General Accounting activities, ensure timely month-end close across entities, monitor KPIs, and uphold internal controls.

The role requires 6–10 years in RtR, plus 3+ years of people management, and solid ERP exposure. You will drive process improvements and partner with business stakeholders to ensure accuracy and timely financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.
• 6-10 years of professional experience in General Ledger / RtR.
• Proven people management experience (minimum 3 years) leading accounting teams.
• Strong practical knowledge of RtR processes, accounting principles, and financial controls.
• Experience with diverse ERP systems and coordinating team activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all RtR activities, ensuring timely month-end close across entities.
• Oversee KPI monitoring, internal policies, IFRS, and financial controls.
• Ensure accuracy and quality of RtR processes and deliverables.
• Manage end-to-end RtR operations, including task assignment and workload balancing.
• Act as escalation point for RtR issues and drive timely resolutions.
• Conduct quality reviews, audits, and compliance checks of policies and principles.
• Identify improvement opportunities and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support standardization and optimization of RtR processes.
• Analyze end-to-end RtR processes and recommend enhancements.
• Coordinate communication with business counterparts for effective partnership.
• Contribute to readiness for new transitions and onboarding of staff.
• Motivate, develop, and coach team members; conduct reviews.

Skills

People management

Financial analysis

ERP system navigation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Alfa Laval is seeking an experienced RtR Lead to manage day-to-day accounting operations in Malaysia. You will lead Reporting and General Accounting activities, ensure timely month-end close across entities, monitor KPIs, and uphold internal controls.

The role requires 6–10 years in RtR, plus 3+ years of people management, and solid ERP exposure. You will drive process improvements and partner with business stakeholders to ensure accuracy and timely financial reporting.