Senior Accountant

What sets Archer apart is our people. By merging resources, competence and technology between our Wireline, Platform Drilling and Oiltools divisions, we deliver our world class well services. We aim to meet the future by developing cross discipline competence for safer and stronger quality delivery, and to give you the opportunity to develop and build a career with Archer.

Archer is fully committed to the principle of equal opportunity and complies with the letter and spirit of all laws regarding fair employment practices and non-discrimination, which is outlined in our Human Rights policy and Code of Conduct.

The Senior Accountant is responsible for financial reporting and day to day accounting, primarily but not limited to, supporting Well Services in Archer Malaysia and Indonesia. The Senior Accountant is expected to have a strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls. Experience with financial systems, advanced analytical skills, and the ability to manage complex accounting tasks is required. This includes constant review of processes and practices to improve efficiency and effectiveness and willingness to lead process improvement to meet divisional and team objectives.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare and review monthly and quarterly financial reports including budget vs actual analysis, key performance indicators.
• Preparation of monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Record and classify financial transactions in accordance with accounting standards.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including ledgers, journals, and invoices.
• Ensure general ledger is accurate and up to date.
• Perform and manage day-to-day general accounting activities.
• Perform regular reconciliation of all accounts.
• Ensure all expenses are recorded accurately and categorized properly.
• Review provisions and accruals monthly to ensure that appropriate provisions are made.
• Assist in preparation of tax return and ensure compliance with laws.
• Reconcile tax accounts and ensure tax related transactions are accurately reflected.
• Prepare tax-related financial reports, including tax provisions and disclosures for inclusion in financial reports.

Accounts Payable

• Managing company outgoing payments, ensuring that all invoices are processed, verified, and paid accurately and on time. This role involves reconciling accounts, handling vendor communications, maintaining detailed financial records, processing expense reports, and supporting month-end closing activities.

Accounts Receivables

• Managing company incoming payments, ensuring that all invoices are accurately billed, recorded, and collected in a timely manner. This role involves monitoring customer accounts, processing payments, reconciling accounts, and following up on overdue invoices. AR works closely with customers to resolve billing issues, maintain accurate financial records, and support month-end closing activities.

Others

• Support external and internal audit requirements.
• Other ad-hoc assignments from reporting managers.
• Support general administrative duties such as banking, post office, groceries, office maintenance, organizing flight and staff travel.

Education

• Degree in Accounting or equivalent.

Experience

• 8-10 years’ experience in finance and related field in an MNC’s working environment.
• Sound accounting knowledge.
• Knowledge and experience in ERPs.
• Audit background is an added advantage.
• Month and year-end closing experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (MS Excel especially) for managing and analyzing large volumes of data.

Personal Skills

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Dependable and able to work independently.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong English skills, both verbal and written.
• Self-starter, able to prioritize and organize targeted and strategic projects or assignments.
• Able to deal with a wide range of situations and personalities; good interpersonal skills.

Limits of Authority

Full responsibility for all accounting activities within the philosophies and constraints laid out in the job description and according to company accounting/HR authorization matrix and formal delegation given from immediate manager.

The company reserves the right to amend or change the activities listed, taking into account the job holder’s qualifications and experience to enable the business needs to be met.

Job Location

Candidate will be based at Archer's regional office in Kuala Lumpur. There may also be a requirement to visit and work at other company locations.