RtR Team Manager

Alfa Laval Mid Europe GmbH; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Alfa Laval Mid Europe GmbH in Malaysia seeks an experienced finance professional to lead day-to-day reporting and general accounting, ensuring accurate month‑end close across entities and maintaining a robust control framework. You will oversee RtR operations, monitor KPIs, and act as the main escalation point for RtR issues.

You will manage a team, coach staff, and conduct mid‑year and year‑end reviews, while partnering with business stakeholders to standardize processes and drive continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 6–10 years of professional experience in the General Ledger / RtR area, ideally within an SSC environment.
• Proven people management experience (minimum 3 years) leading accounting teams.
• Strong practical knowledge of RtR processes, accounting principles, and financial controls.
• Ability to operate in environments with diverse ERP systems, coordinating team activities and resolving system‑related challenges.
• High numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, including root cause analysis, forecasting impacts, and corrective actions.
• Strategic mindset with proactivity, decision‑making capability, and change management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all RtR activities across assigned entities.
• Manage day‑to‑day accounting operations and month‑end close.
• Act as main escalation point for RtR issues and drive timely resolutions.
• Maintain and update process documentation; ensure policy compliance.
• Coach, develop, and conduct performance reviews for team members.
• Collaborate with business counterparts to ensure effective partnerships and issue resolution.

Skills

People management

Leadership

Financial analysis

Communication skills

ERP systems

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping. As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start‑up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too. Who You Are You are a self‑motivated team player with the ability to easily network in an international and cross‑cultural environment, working in line with Alfa Laval drivers; Action, Interaction, and Satisfaction. You are driven and see solutions rather than problems, effectively prioritizing and executing tasks. A focus on continuous improvement is in your DNA. You build trust, by clear communication with no prestige.

If the above sounds like you, this position might be just what you’re looking for!

About The Job

Manage the day‑to‑day accounting operations within area of responsibility.

Job Description

Lead and supervise all Reporting and General Accounting (RtR) activities, ensuring timely and accurate month‑end close across assigned entities. Oversee operational effectiveness by monitoring KPIs, ensuring adherence to internal policies, IFRS, and a robust financial control framework. Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and high‑quality execution of all RtR processes. Manage end-to-end RtR operations, including task assignment, workload balancing, and change management within the team. Act as the main escalation point for RtR‑related issues, driving timely resolutions and stakeholder satisfaction. Maintain and continuously update process documentation and identify deviations from accounting principles and company policies. Conduct quality reviews, audits, and compliance checks to ensure consistent application of company policies and accounting principles. Identify enhancement opportunities and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Support standardization and optimization of RtR processes through process expertise, benchmarking, and knowledge retention. Proactively analyze the end-to-end RtR process and recommend improvements. Manage communication and collaboration with business counterparts, ensuring effective partnership and issue resolution. Contribute to operational readiness for new transitions, including supporting recruitment and onboarding of staff. Motivate, develop, and coach team members; provide regular feedback and corrective actions where needed. Conduct mid‑year and year‑end performance reviews and ensure clear development paths for team members.

What You Know

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 6–10 years of professional experience in the General Ledger / RtR area, ideally within an SSC environment.
• Proven people management experience (minimum 3 years) leading accounting teams.
• Strong practical knowledge of RtR processes, accounting principles, and financial controls.
• Ability to operate in environments with diverse ERP systems, coordinating team activities and resolving system‑related challenges.
• High numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, including the ability to identify root causes, forecast impacts, and implement corrective actions.
• Strategic mindset with demonstrated proactivity, decision‑making capability, and the ability to drive change.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with business stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills, including task prioritization, delegation, and workflow coordination.

What’s In It For You

We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success.